Tag: Agonists

Screenshot 2024 03 14 182315 Agonists and Antagonists: Definition, Mechanism and Types
Mar 14

Agonists and Antagonists: Definition, Mechanism and Types

Agonists and Antagonists In pharmacology, agonists and antagonists are terms used to describe the effects of drugs on biological receptors. Agonists activate receptors, mimicking the action of endogenous compounds, while antagonists block or inhibit receptor activation. This comprehensive exploration will explore the mechanisms, types, and examples of agonists and antagonists, including competitive and noncompetitive antagonists. […]

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Dec 07

Receptors- Definition, Classifications, Properties

Receptors can be classified based on various criteria, including their location, mechanism of action, and the types of signals to which they respond. Here’s a broad classification and an overview of the properties of receptors: Based on Location 1. Cell Surface Receptors: Integral Membrane Proteins: These receptors are embedded within and typically span the plasma […]