Chapter 5 Adrenergic Drugs I. Adrenoreceptor Agonists A. General 1. Endogenous catecholamines (norepinephrine, epinephrine, and dopamine) are found in peripheral sympathetic nerve endings, the adrenal medulla, and the brain. Endogenous…
1 Introduction to pharmacology Objectives After reading this chapter, you will: • Understand the principles by which drugs act in the body • Know the main mechanisms by which drugs…
5 Central nervous system Objectives After reading this chapter, you will: • Understand the functions of the central nervous system and the diseases that can occur • Know the drug…
2 Cardiovascular system Objectives After reading this chapter, you will: • Be able to describe the functions of the heart and blood • Know which drugs affect heart function and…
10 Inflammation, allergic diseases and immunosuppression Objectives After reading this chapter, you will: • Understand the basic principles behind inflammation, allergies and immunosuppression • Know the different drug classes used…
11 Infectious diseases Objectives After reading this chapter, you will: • Have a basic understanding of bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic infections • Know how drugs act to defend against…
6 Endocrine and reproductive systems Objectives After reading this chapter, you will: • Understand the main functions of the endocrine and reproductive systems • Know which drugs affect the functioning…
4 Peripheral nervous system Objectives After reading this chapter, you will: • Have a good understanding of the peripheral nervous system and neurotransmitter action • Know the different classes of…
9 Pain and anaesthesia Objectives After reading this chapter, you will: • Have a basic understanding of the pain system and the principles of pain relief • Have a basic…
