The adrenergic receptors (or adrenoceptors) are a class of G- protein coupled receptors that is the target of catecholamines. Adrenergic receptors specifically bind their endogenous ligands, the catecholamines adrenaline and noradrenaline (also called epinephrine and norepinephrine) and are activated by these.
Many cells possess these receptors, and the binding of an agonist will generally cause the cell to respond in a flight-fight manner. For instance, the he ...
Antihypertensives are a class of drugs that are used in medicine and pharmacology to treat hypertension. There are many classes of antihypertensives, which—by varying means—act by lowering blood pressure. Evidence suggests that reduction of the blood pressure by 5-6 mmHg can decrease the risk of stroke by 40%, of coronary heart disease by 15-20%, and reduces the likelihood of dementia, heart failure, and mortality from vascular disease.
Which type of medication to use initially for hypertension has been the subject of sever ...
Diuretics help the kidneys eliminate excess salt and water from the body's tissues and blood.
Amiloride
Loop diuretic
bumetanide
ethacrynic acid
furosemide
Thiazide diuretics
chlorothalidone
epitizide
hydrochlorothiazide and chlorothiazide
indapamide
triamterene
Adrenergic receptor antagonists
Beta blockers
atenolol
metoprolol
oxpre ...
Diuretics help the kidneys eliminate excess salt and water from the body's tissues and blood.
Loop diuretic
bumetanide
ethacrynic acid
furosemide
torsemide
Thiazide diuretics
chlortalidone
epitizide
hydrochlorothiazide and chlorothiazide
Thiazide-like diuretics
indapamide
metolazone
Potassium-sparing diuretics
triamtere ...
