In this essay we will discuss about the drugs used for treating the diseases of endocrine system. Essay # 1. Insulin and Oral Antidiabetic Drugs: Insulin is a protein hormone produced by the beta cells of the islets of Langerhans of the pancreas gland. It plays a key role in the regulation of carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism. Lack of [...]
In this essay we will discuss about the first line and second line drugs used for the treatment of tuberculosis. Essay # 1. First Line Drugs: These include isoniazid, rifampicin, pyrazinamide, streptomycin and ethambutol. They have high anti-tubercular efficacy and low toxicity and are used routinely. i. Isoniazid (INH): INH is highly effective, and is always included in any anti-tubercular [...]
In this essay we will discuss about antibiotics and its types. Essay # 1. Meaning of Antibiotics: Antibiotics (Gk. anti = against, bios = life) constitute the major part of chemotherapeutic agents of modern times that are used for treatment of diseases. They were defined by S.A. Waksman in 1945 as chemical substances produced by microorganisms which can kill or [...]