bioavailability
noun
bio·avail·abil·i·ty
ˌbī-(ˌ)ō-ə-ˌvā-lə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
: the degree and rate at which a substance (such as a drug) is absorbed into a living system or is made available at the site of physiological activity
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This pairing enhances bioavailability, meaning effects may be felt faster (Healthline, 2022).
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Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2025
However, some curcumin products designed to enhance bioavailability (the amount of supplement available for your body to absorb) may increase the risk of side effects.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 24 Feb. 2025
Oral bioavailability, the bioavailability of drugs that are swallowed or otherwise delivered into the stomach, is affected by several factors, including the pH of the stomach and small intestine and enzymes and metabolism in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
—Paul McClure 13, New Atlas, 13 Feb. 2025
Stanley explained that Phase I trials were completed in Australia, finding positive results about the drug candidate’s bioavailability, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and so on.
—Benjamin Adams, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
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Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2025
However, some curcumin products designed to enhance bioavailability (the amount of supplement available for your body to absorb) may increase the risk of side effects.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 24 Feb. 2025
Oral bioavailability, the bioavailability of drugs that are swallowed or otherwise delivered into the stomach, is affected by several factors, including the pH of the stomach and small intestine and enzymes and metabolism in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
—Paul McClure 13, New Atlas, 13 Feb. 2025
Stanley explained that Phase I trials were completed in Australia, finding positive results about the drug candidate’s bioavailability, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and so on.
—Benjamin Adams, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
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“Bioavailability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bioavailability. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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bioavailability
noun
bio·avail·abil·i·ty
-ə-ˌvā-lə-ˈbil-ət-ē
plural bioavailabilities
: the degree and rate at which a substance (as a drug) is absorbed into a living system or is made available at the site of physiological activity
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