Pharmacology of drugs acting on endocrine system (Unit:-5) Hand written Notes

Pharmacology of Drugs Acting on Endocrine System (Unit:-5) Hand Written Notes

Complete handwritten notes covering endocrine pharmacology including:

  • Hormone replacement therapies
  • Diabetes medications
  • Thyroid drugs
  • Steroid pharmacology
  • Reproductive system drugs

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Comprehensive Endocrine Pharmacology Notes

Major Endocrine Systems Covered

  • Pancreatic Hormones:
    • Insulin and analogs
    • Oral hypoglycemics
  • Thyroid Pharmacology:
    • Levothyroxine
    • Antithyroid drugs
  • Adrenal Steroids:
    • Glucocorticoids
    • Mineralocorticoids
  • Reproductive Hormones:
    • Estrogen/progestin preparations
    • Androgen therapy

Key Drug Classes

  • Insulin secretagogues (Sulfonylureas)
  • Biguanides (Metformin)
  • Thiazolidinediones
  • Selective estrogen receptor modulators
  • Aromatase inhibitors

Mechanisms of Action

  • Hormone receptor activation/blockade
  • Enzyme inhibition (DPP-4, SGLT2)
  • Ion channel modulation
  • Gene expression regulation

Clinical Applications

  • Diabetes mellitus management
  • Hypothyroidism treatment
  • Hormone replacement therapy
  • Osteoporosis prevention

Special Features

  • Hormone synthesis pathways
  • Dose titration guidelines
  • Adverse effect management
  • Drug interaction charts

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