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Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms and its Management

October 28, 2025April 10, 2023 by Pharmacology Mentor

1. Overview & Clinical Importance Alcohol withdrawal syndrome (AWS) is a potentially life-threatening condition that follows the abrupt cessation or reduction of heavy, prolonged alcohol consumption. It is common in hospital and psychiatric settings, and timely recognition and management are critical for optimal outcomes. Chronic alcohol intake leads to neuroadaptations in GABAergic and glutamatergic neurotransmission; withdrawal … Read more

Pharmacology: An Introduction

January 23, 2026February 22, 2023 by Pharmacology Mentor

What is Pharmacology? Pharmacology is the branch of science concerned with the study of drugs, their actions on living systems, mechanisms of action, uses in treatment, and adverse effects. Pharmacology serves as the critical link between basic sciences (chemistry, physiology, biochemistry) and clinical medicine, guiding rational therapeutics. Core Divisions of Pharmacology Division Description Pharmacodynamics Study of … Read more