Mechanism of Action of Penicillins (β-lactam Antibiotics)
Introduction Penicillins are one of the oldest and most widely used classes of antibiotics, belonging to the β-lactam … Read more
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Mechanism of Action of Phenytoin
Introduction Phenytoin is one of the oldest and most widely used antiepileptic drugs (AEDs), primarily for treating focal … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Levetiracetam
Introduction Levetiracetam is a novel, broad-spectrum antiepileptic drug (AED) used in the treatment of partial seizures, myoclonic seizures, … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Lamotrigine
Introduction Lamotrigine is a broad-spectrum antiepileptic drug (AED) and an effective mood stabilizer, especially in bipolar depression. It … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Carbamazepine
Introduction Carbamazepine is a classic antiepileptic drug (AED) and mood stabilizer. It is mainly used to treat partial … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Atypical Antipsychotics (Second-Generation)
Introduction Atypical antipsychotics, also known as second-generation antipsychotics (SGAs), are widely used in the treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Typical Antipsychotics (First-Generation)
Introduction Typical antipsychotics, also known as first-generation antipsychotics (FGAs), are primarily used to treat schizophrenia, acute psychosis, and … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs)
Introduction Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) are one of the oldest classes of antidepressant medications. Although largely replaced by SSRIs … Read more
Mechanism of Action of SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors)
Mechanism of Action of SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) Introduction Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) are first-line antidepressants … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Alpha-Glucosidase Inhibitors
Introduction Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors are oral antidiabetic agents that reduce postprandial hyperglycemia by delaying carbohydrate digestion and glucose absorption … Read more