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antiarrhythmic drugs
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Antiarrhythmic drugs: Beta-adrenoceptor-blocking drugs (Class 2)

Introduction Among the diverse categories of drugs used to manage cardiac arrhythmias, beta-adrenoceptor-blocking drugs (beta blockers)โ€”classified as Class 2 antiarrhythmics under the Vaughan Williams schemeโ€”play a pivotal role in controlling aberrant…
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Posted by Pharmacology Mentor September 17, 2023
beta-blockers
Posted inANS Pharmacology

Pharmacology of Beta-Blockers

Introduction Beta blockers, also known as ฮฒ-adrenergic receptor antagonists, are a foundational class of cardiovascular drugs used to treat hypertension, ischemic heart disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, and other conditions. By…
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Posted by Pharmacology Mentor August 14, 2023
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Pharmacology of Alpha Agonists

Introduction to Alpha Agonists: Alpha agonists are a class of drugs that primarily act on alpha-adrenergic receptors. These receptors are part of the sympathetic nervous system and respond to the…
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Posted by Pharmacology Mentor August 11, 2023
Beta-agonists
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Sympathomimetics: Beta-Agonists

Introduction to Beta-Agonists: Beta-agonists are medications that stimulate beta receptors in the body. These receptors are found in various tissues, including the lungs, heart, and blood vessels. Due to their…
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Posted by Pharmacology Mentor August 11, 2023
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Posted inCVS Pharmacology

Angina Pectoris: A Comprehensive Guide

Angina pectoris, commonly known as angina, is a type of chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart. This article provides a detailed exploration of angina pectoris, including…
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Posted by Pharmacology Mentor July 11, 2023
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Posted inCVS Pharmacology

Treatment of Angina Pectoris: A Comprehensive Guide

Pharmacologic treatment of angina pectoris relies on antianginal agents that improve the myocardial oxygen supplyโ€“demand balance for symptom control and on adjunctive therapies tailored to mechanism (obstructive, vasospastic, microvascular), heart…
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Posted by anonymous July 11, 2023
Ischemic Heart disease
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Ischemic Heart Disease: Causes, signs and treatment options

1. Definition & Epidemiology Ischemic heart disease (IHD)โ€”also called coronary artery disease (CAD)โ€”is defined by impaired blood supply (ischemia) to the myocardium, usually due to narrowing or obstruction of the coronary…
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Posted by anonymous July 11, 2023
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Posted inCVS Pharmacology

How Ischemic Heart Disease is treated?

The treatment of ischemic heart disease aims to improve blood flow to the heart muscle.ย This can be achieved through a combination of lifestyle changes, medications, and in some cases, surgical…
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Posted by anonymous July 11, 2023
Congestive Cardiac Failure
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Drugs Used in Congestive Cardiac Failure – With new drug classes

Introduction to Congestive Cardiac Failure Congestive cardiac failure, also known as congestive heart failure (CHF), is a complex clinical syndrome that impairs the pumping capacity of the heart. It can…
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Posted by Pharmacology Mentor May 16, 2023
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Pharmacology of Antihypertensive agents

Antihypertensive agents form a diverse class of drugs that reduce elevated blood pressure and thereby diminish the risk of major cardiovascular morbidity and mortality, such as stroke, myocardial infarction, heart…
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Posted by Pharmacology Mentor April 18, 2023

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