Herbal and Natural Supplements
Herbal and Natural Supplements: Information on the Use, Safety, and Potential Interactions of Herbal Remedies and Natural/Dietary Supplements In recent years, there has been a surge in interest in herbal…
Pharmacology of Antihypertensive agents
Antihypertensive agents are medications used to lower blood pressure and treat hypertension. They are classified into several different categories, each with its own mechanism of action, uses adverse effects, contraindications,…
Pharmacology Definitions and Terminology
Pharmacology is the study of drugs and their interactions with living organisms. It encompasses various terms and concepts related to drug action, classification, and administration. Here are some common definitions…
Antiarrhythmic Drugs
Antiarrhythmic drugs are used to treat various types of abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias). They are classified into four main classes (Class 1, 2, 3, and 4) according to the Vaughan-Williams…
Pharmacology of Cephalosporin antibiotics
Cephalosporins are a broad class of beta-lactam antibiotics closely related to penicillins in structure and function. They have been developed over time into five distinct generations, each with its unique…
Drugs for Congestive Cardiac Failure
Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a condition in which the heart is unable to pump blood effectively, leading to fluid accumulation in the lungs and other body tissues.
Structure-Activity Relationship (SAR)
Introduction Structure-Activity Relationship (SAR) are an important aspect of chemistry that has been applied in many fields, particularly in drug design. It is a scientific method used to understand the…
Antimicrobial Drugs: All classes
Antimicrobial agents can be broadly classified into six main categories: antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals, antiprotozoals, anthelmintics, and antiseptics. Antibiotics can be classified into several classes based on their chemical structure, mechanism…
Pharmacology of Penicillins
Introduction Among the most historically significant and widely used classes of antibiotics, penicillins have revolutionized the treatment of bacterial infections. Their discovery by Sir Alexander Fleming in 1928 laid the foundation for…
CNS infections and their treatment
Central nervous system (CNS) infections are medical conditions caused by various pathogens, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites, that affect the brain, spinal cord, or other tissues within the…
