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Corticosteroids are a class of drug that are used to reduce inflammation in the body as well as to control overactive immune system activity and hormonal imbalances. Corticosteroids mimics cortisol, a hormone that is naturally produced in the adrenal glands. Cortisol plays an important role in metabolism, as well as in immune and stress response. … Read more
Cholinergic agonists are agents that act on the parasympathetic nervous system. These are drugs that mimic or modify the effects of acetylcholine (ACh) increasing the activity at the ACh receptor sites. ACh is the primary neurotransmitter of the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS). Cholinergic agonists activate the PNS and are thus known as parasympathomimetics. Types of … Read more
Statins are chemically modified drugs that are prescribed to lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or “bad cholesterol” levels in the body. They are also known as hydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA (HMG-CoA) reductase enzyme inhibitors and are synthesized from the products of fungi. Statins are widely used in the treatment of cardiovascular conditions in conjunction with diet and exercise. They … Read more
Lisinopril is a prescription drug used to treat high blood pressure in adults and children at least 6 years of age. By lowering blood pressure, it prevents stroke, heart attack, and kidney disease. It is also given to treat heart failure and help to improve recovery among patients who had a heart attack. Lisinopril is … Read more