Enzyme inducer

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An enzyme inducer is a type of drug which binds to an enzyme and increases its metabolic activity.

Classic examples: barbiturates (phenobarbitone), antiepileptics and rifampin. For example, carbamazepine is an enzyme inducer. By enzyme induction it can reduce efficacy of haloperidol & oral contraceptives.

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