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
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Mechanism of Action of SGLT2 Inhibitors
Introduction SGLT2 Inhibitors, or sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitors, are a newer class of oral antidiabetic drugs that reduce … Read more
Mechanism of Action of DPP-4 Inhibitors
Introduction Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (DPP-4) Inhibitors, commonly referred to as gliptins, are oral antidiabetic drugs that enhance the action … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Thiazolidinediones
Introduction Thiazolidinediones (TZDs), also known as glitazones, are oral antidiabetic drugs used to improve insulin sensitivity in patients … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Meglitinides
Introduction Meglitinides, also known as glinides, are short-acting insulin secretagogues used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes … Read more
Methotrexate – Mechanism of Action
Introduction Methotrexate is a cornerstone drug in both anticancer chemotherapy and immunosuppressive therapy. Structurally, it is a folic … Read more
Aspirin – Mechanism of Action
Introduction Aspirin, also known as acetylsalicylic acid, is a widely used Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID). It’s primarily known … Read more
MCQ Quiz- Determinants of Health
Determinants of health shape the conditions in which people live, grow, and age. For pharmacists, understanding these factors … Read more
MCQ Quiz-Health Disparities
Health disparities refer to the avoidable and unjust differences in health status seen among different population groups. For … Read more
Classification of Anticoagulant
Anticoagulants are medicines that stop blood from clotting too quickly. They help keep blood flowing smoothly. These drugs … Read more