Drug Metabolism & Pharmacokinetics (DMPK)

Decision-ready DMPK data from discovery through IND-enabling studies.

From in vitro ADME and in vivo PK/TK studies to bioanalysis and non-GLP toxicology, BioDuro helps teams understand exposure, metabolism, and safety earlier in development. Our scientists support small molecules, peptides, proteins, ADCs, and other therapeutic modalities with high-quality data generation, rapid study execution and immediate project availability.

Comprehensive DMPK Services for Drug Discovery

BioDuro provides integrated DMPK services that help teams evaluate absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion, pharmacokinetic performance, PK/PD relationships, and preclinical safety throughout discovery and preclinical development. Our scientists generate decision-ready data that supports lead identification, lead optimization, candidate selection, and IND-enabling studies across small molecules, peptides, proteins, antibodies, ADCs, PDCs, PROTACs, RIBOTACs, and other advanced therapeutic modalities.

In Vitro ADME

Comprehensive and high-throughput in vitro ADME assays designed to evaluate metabolism, binding, stability, and drug interaction potential during early discovery.

  • Physiochemical properties
  • Chemical stability assays
  • passive permeability
  • Metabolic stability assays
  • CYP450 inhibition and induction studies
  • Plasma protein and tissue binding assays
  • CYP-enzyme based and transporter-mediated interaction studies
  • Rapid metabolite identification

In Vivo PK/TK Studies

Integrated pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic studies supporting exposure assessment, PK/PD, dose evaluation, and compound disposition analysis in target tissues.

  • PK and PD biomarker studies
  • Pre-formulation screening
  • Dose-exposure dependent PK/PD studies
  • Tissue distribution studies
  • Excretion pathway analysis

Non-GLP Toxicology Services

Integrated non-GLP toxicology studies designed to support preclinical candidate selection and reduce development risk before IND-enabling studies. BioDuro’s toxicology and DMPK teams work together to evaluate safety, exposure, and species relevance, helping sponsors make informed development decisions earlier.

  • Toxicology species selection based on metabolite profiling, target specificity, and sequence homology
  • Toxicity study design informed by PK/PD and exposure data
  • Maximum tolerated dose (MTD) studies
  • Dose range finding (DRF) and toxicokinetic (TK) evaluations
  • Standard in-life observations and safety assessments
  • Clinical pathology including hematology, serum biochemistry, and coagulation
  • Necropsy and histopathology evaluations

Bioanalytical Services

Robust bioanalytical workflows supporting quantitative bioanalysis, metabolite characterization, and pharmacokinetic evaluation across discovery programs.

  • LC-MS/MS quantitative bioanalysis
  • LBA based bioanalysis (ELISA, PCR, Gyrolab)
  • Method development and validation
  • Metabolite profiling and pathway analysis
  • Structural characterization of metabolites

Advanced Modality Support

Specialized DMPK approaches supporting peptides, proteins, ADCs, oligonucleotides, and other complex therapeutic modalities where traditional models may not fully predict in vivo behavior.

  • Peptide metabolism assessment
  • Gastrointestinal and plasma stability models
  • Soft-spot identification
  • Structure–metabolism relationship analysis
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From rapid in vitro screening to complex pharmacokinetic and bioanalytical studies, BioDuro provides the expertise, infrastructure, and responsiveness needed to support modern drug discovery programs. Connect with our team to discuss your project and study requirements.