In this article we will discuss about the drugs that stimulate uterine contractions. Drug # 1. Prostaglandins (PG): Prostaglandins (PG) are the only autacoids that are used in therapy because of their cytoprotective activity in the GIT mucosa, antiplatelet activity, and uterine stimulant and vasodilator actions. Out of the prostaglandins (D2, E2, F2a and I2) formed; PGE2 and PGI2 exert [...]
This article throws light upon the three main routes of drug administration. The routes are: 1. Topical or External Application 2. Oral or Enteral Route 3. Parenteral Route (Injection). Route # 1. Topical or External Application: The drugs administration by this route generally affects to the part to which they are applied. However, some drugs applied topically are absorbed from [...]
After reading this article you will learn about: 1. Definition and Need of Metabolism 2. Types of Metabolism. Definition and Need of Metabolism: Metabolism is a process of alteration of drugs in the body so as to modify their activity and structure. If lipophylic drugs are not metabolized it will be reabsorbed by the kidney tubule and will circulate in [...]