Pharmacokinetics (ADME): an overview
Introduction Pharmacokinetics is the branch of pharmacology devoted to understanding what the…
Structure-Activity Relationships (SAR) in Drug Design
Introduction to Structure-Activity Relationships (SAR) Structure-Activity Relationships (SAR) explore the connection between…
Pharmacology of Androgens: A Comprehensive Guide
Introduction Androgens—the primary being testosterone and its potent intracellular metabolite dihydrotestosterone (DHT)—drive the development and…
Pharmacology of Anti-Androgens
I. Introduction to Anti-Androgens A. What are Anti-Androgens? Anti-androgens are a class…
Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Receptors: A Comprehensive Overview
Introduction The autonomic nervous system (ANS) plays a crucial role in regulating…
Pharmacology of Skeletal Muscle Relaxants
Introduction Skeletal muscle relaxants are a diverse group of medications that act…
Pharmacology of Neuromuscular Junction (NMJ) Blockers
Introduction The neuromuscular junction (NMJ) is a specialized synapse where a motor neuron communicates with a skeletal…
Pharmacotherapy of Angina Pectoris
Introduction Angina pectoris, often referred to simply as angina, is chest pain…
Cholinomimetic Drugs (Cholinergic Agonists / Parasympathomimetics)
Introduction Cholinomimetic drugs (also referred to as parasympathomimetics) are agents that mimic or enhance the actions of acetylcholine (ACh),…
Cholinergic Antagonists: A Comprehensive Guide to Parasympatholytics and Antimuscarinic Agents
Introduction Cholinergic antagonists, also known as parasympatholytics or antimuscarinic agents, are a…