Which steps of the ADME cycle must be slowed down to increase the efficacy of the drug by increasing the time it has to act in the body? Select all that apply.administrationabsorptiondistributionmetabolismexcretion

Metabolism and excretion remove or break down a drug, lowering its amount in the body. Slowing these steps can keep the drug active for longer and give it more time to act. The correct choices are metabolism and excretion.

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