Autoinduction

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000985",
  "term": "Autoinduction",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The process by which a drug or chemical compound increases the activity of the enzymes responsible for its own metabolism. This leads to a faster breakdown of the substance over time, potentially reducing its therapeutic effect. Carbamazepine is a known example of a drug that exhibits autoinduction.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2013, 85, 1725. 'Glossary of terms used in medicinal chemistry. Part II (IUPAC Recommendations 2013)' on page 1728 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-12-11-23)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/autoinduction/"
}