Biology
Pharmacokinetics of Oral Sustained-Release Formulations
Quick fact
A sustained-release pill can keep drug levels in the therapeutic range for up to 24 hours with a single dose, compared to a conventional pill that may need to be taken every 4-6 hours.
Why this is interesting
Have you ever wondered why you only need to take some medications once a day, while others require multiple doses? The secret lies in how those pills are designed to release their drug over time.