Aminophylline
Aminophylline is stable mixture of theophylline (bronchodilator) and ethylene diamine in ratio 2:1. Ethylene diamine makes theophylline more water soluble. It is more soluble in […]
G-protein Coupled Receptor- location, structure, classification, physiological and pharmacological role
• G-protein coupled receptors or GPCR are large group of transmembrane receptors that act as molecular switches by converting between on and off state and convert […]
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors
• Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are among the most commonly prescribed class of antidepressants worldwide. They are extensively used because of their better safety […]
Ionotropic Receptors
• Receptors are specific protein macromolecules present in the cell membrane, cytosol or nucleus. Receptors bind to ligand (including drugs) and produce effect. There are […]
Genu valgum
Genu valgum also known as knock-knees or valgus knee is a condition in which knees are turned inward. When the people with knock-knees stand up […]
Achalasia Cardia
Achalasia cardia is a motility disorder of esophagus which causes incomplete relaxation of lower esophageal sphincter (LES) with increase in tone and absence of esophageal […]
Organic Nitrates
• Organic nitrates are polyol esters of nitric acid (HNO3). They are potent vasodilators. They have been used as mainstay treatment of angina for more […]
Gingival Hyperplasia
Gingival hyperplasia is an overgrowth of gum tissue around the teeth. It is also known as: gingival overgrowth, hypertrophic gingivitis or gingival hypertrophy. It may […]