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Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) – A Comprehensive Guide

December 28, 2025July 8, 2023 by Pharmacology Mentor

Understanding NSAIDs: What are they? Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs, commonly known as NSAIDs, are a class of drugs primarily used for their analgesic (pain-relieving), antipyretic (fever-reducing), and, as their name suggests, anti-inflammatory effects. They’re a staple in medicine cabinets worldwide and for a good reason. But to truly appreciate these drugs, we need to delve deeper … Read more

Immunomodulators and a focus on immunosuppressants

January 26, 2025March 22, 2023 by Pharmacology Mentor

Immunomodulators are drugs that can either suppress or enhance the activity of the immune system. These are two types: Introduction Immunosuppressants comprise a diverse group of drugs that inhibit or modulate immune system activity. They serve crucial roles in solid-organ transplantation (preventing graft rejection), autoimmune diseases (hindering pathological immune attacks), and certain inflammatory conditions. By downregulating … Read more