Graded dose-response relationships in pharmacodynamics involve how drug effects depend on concentrations at receptor sites. The potency and efficacy of drugs can be determined through these relationships. Potency refers to the amount of drug needed for a specific effect, while efficacy relates to th

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Barbiturates are derivatives of barbituric acid, acting as depressants on the central nervous system by potentiating GABA. First synthesized in 1864, they have a rich history in medicine. Types include Amobarbital, Phenobarbital, and Pentobarbital. The synthesis of barbituric acid involves a condens

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Adrenergic agents play a crucial role in pharmacology by influencing the sympathetic nervous system through adrenergic receptors. These agents, such as sympathomimetics and sympatholytics, impact essential functions like cardiac activity, blood vessel dilation, and insulin release. Adrenergic neurot

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The nervous system comprises the Central Nervous System (CNS) and Peripheral Nervous System (PNS), with the PNS further divided into the Somatic Nervous System (SNS) and Autonomic Nervous System (ANS). The SNS controls voluntary movements of skeletal muscles, while the ANS regulates involuntary proc

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Analgesic agents play a crucial role in managing pain, ranging from mild to severe, with different categories such as opioids, NSAIDs, and triptans. The origin of pain can vary from physiological to neuropathic causes. Opioids target opioid receptors, with discoveries in endogenous ligands like enke

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Explore the intricate workings of the pituitary gland in endocrinology, delving into hypo- and hyperfunction aspects, hormonal regulation, and physiological characteristics. Learn about the crucial role of hormones, their actions on target organs, and the specificity of their interactions with cellu

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Explore the classification, mechanism of action, and pharmacological effects of indirect-acting cholinergic drugs such as anticholinesterases. Learn about the importance, main uses, adverse effects, and contraindications of these drugs. Discover how anticholinesterases increase acetylcholine concent

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Antipsychotic drugs, also known as neuroleptics, are essential in treating schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. They work by targeting dopamine and serotonin receptors in the brain, managing symptoms like hallucinations and delusions. Learn about the dopamine-serotonin hypothesis of schizoph

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Histamine is a vital autacoid synthesized and stored in mast cells, playing a key role in various physiological processes and allergic reactions. This article delves into its synthesis, storage, release, and receptors like H1, H2, and H3, along with the pharmacology of antihistamines. Explore the in

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Explore the intricate processes of synaptic transmission, neurotransmitters, spatial summation, temporal summation, chemical substances acting as neurotransmitters, and the effects of various factors and drugs on synapse function. Delve into the clinical significance of sedative-hypnotic drugs and t

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Sensory evaluation in food science involves analyzing human responses to the characteristics of food and beverages using the senses of sight, smell, taste, touch, and hearing. This scientific discipline aims to elicit, measure, analyze, and interpret reactions to the sensory attributes of food produ

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Insects perceive light through various receptors such as compound eyes, ocelli, and stemmata. Compound eyes, made up of ommatidia, play a key role in capturing light stimuli ranging from UV to red wavelengths. Different types of compound eyes, like dioptric and holoptic, form images differently for

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Histamine, a potent chemical mediator, is synthesized and stored in various cells like mast cells and basophils. It is involved in allergic reactions, immune responses, and neurotransmission in the central and autonomic nervous systems. This substance is released in response to stimuli like tissue i

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Learn about the types, locations, and actions of cholinergic receptors, the mechanism of action of direct-acting cholinomimetics, pharmacokinetics of cholinergic drugs, and the pharmacological actions and uses of cholinomimetics. Explore the roles of nicotinic and muscarinic receptors in the nervous

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This information delves into the intricate pathways of proprioception, focusing on the somatotopic organization of ascending sensory pathways, types of receptors involved, dorsal column tracts like gracilus and cuneatus, spinocerebellar tracts, and the role of the cerebral cortex in perceiving propr

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Pharmacodynamics involves studying the effects of drugs on biochemical and physiological levels, focusing on drug actions through receptor-mediated and non-receptor mechanisms. The interaction between drugs and targets like proteins and enzymes impacts cellular functions. Different binding forces, s

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Cells communicate through extracellular signalling molecules that bind to specific receptors on target cells, leading to changes in cellular behavior. Hormones such as steroid and peptide hormones, neurotransmitters like nor-adrenaline and acetylcholine, play crucial roles in cell signaling. Recepto

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Corticosteroids, including glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids, play vital roles in intermediary metabolism, immune responses, and inflammation regulation. They bind to specific receptors in the cell, entering the nucleus to influence gene transcription and protein production. These hormones have

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Corticosteroids are steroid hormones produced by the adrenal cortex, classified into glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids. Glucocorticoids have diverse effects on metabolism, immune responses, and inflammation, whereas mineralocorticoids regulate electrolyte balance. Mechanistically, corticosteroi

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The stomach plays a crucial role in food processing, acting as a reservoir, preparing chyme for digestion, and facilitating absorption. Divided anatomically and physiologically, it functions as a storage unit and mixing chamber for food. Key motor functions include storage, preparation for digestion

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Learn about antigens, immunogenicity, antigenicity, and epitopes in immunology. Antigens are substances with distinct immunologic properties, while immunogenicity refers to the ability of an antigen to induce an immune response. Antigenicity is the ability of an antigen to combine specifically with

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This study explores the patterns and correlates of pregabalin use among individuals who frequently inject drugs in Australia. Pregabalin, a GABA analogue with analgesic and anti-convulsant effects, has been increasingly used and misused in the country. The research aims to identify prescribed and no

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Explore the world of indirect acting cholinergic drugs, also known as anticholinesterases, which work by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase to increase acetylcholine levels at cholinergic receptors. Learn about their mechanisms of action, classification, kinetics, dynamics, uses, adverse effects, contr

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Presynaptic inhibition plays a crucial role in stabilizing neural networks by rapidly counteracting recurrent excitation in the face of plasticity. This mechanism prevents runaway excitation and maintains network stability, as demonstrated in computational models by Laura Bella Naumann and Henning S

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Pharmacodynamics explores how drugs interact with receptors in the body, affecting the magnitude of drug effects based on concentration. Graded dose-response relationships, potency, and efficacy play key roles in determining drug efficiency. Potency reflects the amount of drug needed for a specific

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The regulation of respiration involves sensory and efferent pathways, with afferent pathways comprising stretch receptors, C-fibres, and irritant receptors, while efferent pathways include parasympathetic and sympathetic nerves. Cough physiology is a protective reflex initiated by various stimuli to

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Taste, also known as gustation, involves taste buds containing taste receptors that pick up sensations like salty, sweet, sour, bitter, and umami. These taste buds are mostly found on the tongue's papillae, with different types such as circumvallate, fungiform, and filiform papillae. Taste sensation

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Propofol is a widely used IV hypnotic with a unique mechanism of action involving GABA receptors and dopamine modulation. Its history, from initial anaphylactic reactions to current emulsion formulations, is intriguing. Understanding its pharmacokinetics, including metabolism in the liver and kidney

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The nervous system plays a crucial role in connecting the central nervous system (CNS) to limbs and organs through the peripheral nervous system (PNS). It consists of sensory neurons that transmit impulses from sensory receptors to the CNS, allowing us to perceive and respond to various stimuli. The

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Posture is the maintenance of an upright position against gravity, involving anti-gravity muscles and postural reflexes. It depends on factors like muscletone, pathways in the central nervous system, and sensory receptors. Postural reflexes are crucial for maintaining balance and coordinating moveme

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Anticonvulsant drugs play a crucial role in managing epilepsy, a common neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures. This article discusses the classification of epileptic seizures, mechanisms of action of anticonvulsants, and the role of GABA A receptors as targets for anticonvulsant

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Opioids are essential in treating severe and chronic pain, whether malignant or nonmalignant. They are classified based on chemical structure, aiding in identifying potential cross-sensitivity in patients. Opioid agonists interact with specific receptors in the central nervous system and peripheral

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The content explores the neuromuscular transmission process in frog rectus abdominis, focusing on the release of Ach and its effects on Nm receptors. It also discusses the impact of different drugs on skeletal muscles, both centrally and peripherally acting, including those that act presynaptically

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Platelets play a crucial role in hemostasis and bleeding disorders. This lecture by Dr. Mohammed Alotaibi covers the ultrastructure of platelets, functions of organelles and surface receptors, mechanisms of platelet functions, and the relationship of membrane receptors and granule content in normal

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Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy (PRRNT) is a targeted approach using radiopharmaceuticals to deliver radiation to neuroendocrine tumors expressing specific receptors. This therapy, involving 90Y-DOTATOC or 177Lu-DOTATATE, has shown promising results in treating NETs with minimal side effects.

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TOXICOLOGY research on Nuclear Receptor-Mediated Toxicity by Prof. Zdeněk Dvořák delves into the evidence, molecular properties, structures, and signaling pathways of nuclear receptors such as Aryl Hydrocarbon Receptor (AhR). Detailed information on the impact of AhR-mediated toxicity, including

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Narcotic analgesics, such as opiates and opioids derived from opium, interact with specific opioid receptors in the body to produce analgesic effects. Different opioid receptors have varying effects, with mu (MOP) being a good analgesic but with adverse effects, delta (DOP) and kappa (KOP) have nuan

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Opioids have a complex history, with substances like opium, morphine, and heroin playing significant roles. The opioid epidemic has highlighted the dangers associated with these drugs, including rising deaths due to fentanyl and synthetic opioids. Questions arise about why the brain has opioid recep

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Tyrosine kinase receptors (RTKs) are vital cell surface receptors that regulate cellular processes such as growth and differentiation. They function through a mechanism that involves ligand binding, receptor dimerization, autophosphorylation, and signal transduction, leading to various cellular resp

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Dr. Barbara Lynne Phillips, Assistant Professor of Neurology at WSU BSOM, has expertise in lacosamide trials and treatment targets focusing on ion channels, GABA/glutamate, and other areas. Her main disclosures include participation in Phase II and III trials of lacosamide, a notable medication in t

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