CYP3A4

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Also known as:  Cytochrome P-4503A4

 

Description

CYP3A4 is a type of Cytochrome P-450 Enzyme.  It comprises approximately 28% of total Cytochrome P-450 enzyme activity.

 

Function of CYP3A4

 Like all Cytochrome P-450 enzymes, CYP3A4 is responsible for the (Phase I) detoxification of various substances in the Intestines and Liver.  The following substances are acted upon by CYP3A4:

 

Alkaloids

 Caffeine

 

Hormones

 Cortisol

 Estradiol

 Estriol

 Estrone

 Progesterone

 Testosterone

 

Prescribed Medications

 Alprazolam

 Amiodarone

 Amlodipine

 Anastrazole

 Astemizole

 Atorvastatin

 Bepridil

 Budesonide

 Buspirone

 Busulfan

 Carbamazepine

 Cerivastatin

 Chlorpheniramine

 Chlorpromazine

 Cimetidine

 Cisapride

 Clarithromycin

 Clomipramine

 Clonazepam

 Codeine

 Cyclobenzaprine

 Cyclophosphamide

 Cyclosporine

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