Antiepileptic Drugs

Epilepsy - antiepileptic drugs

Introduction Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder defined by recurrent, unprovoked seizures resulting from abnormal excessive or synchronous neuronal activity in the brain. Antiepileptic drugs (AEDs), now more accurately known as anti-seizure medications (ASMs), are used both for symptomatic seizure control and, in some cases, for prevention of epileptogenesis following brain injury. Since the discovery of … Read more

Sympatholytics/Adrenergic antagonists

adrenergic antagonists or sympatholytics

Introduction Have you ever wondered about the drugs that counteract the effects of the sympathetic nervous system? Sympatholytics, also known as adrenergic antagonists, are one such class of drugs. This article will dive into the classification, pharmacological actions, clinical uses, adverse effects, and contraindications of different types of sympatholytic drugs. So, let’s get started! Sympatholytics … Read more