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Belladonna: General Introduction, Composition, Chemistry, Bio-Sources, Therapeutic Uses, and Commercial Applications

General Introduction Belladonna (Atropa belladonna), also known as deadly nightshade, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Solanaceae family. It is renowned for its toxic properties and medicinal uses…

DeepakRajput September 17, 2024

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Parasympatholytics or anticholinergics or parasympathetic blockers

Parasympatholytics, also known as anticholinergics or parasympathetic blockers, are a class of drugs that antagonize the effects of acetylcholine (ACh) at muscarinic receptors in the parasympathetic nervous system. These drugs…

DeepakRajput March 30, 2024

Chapter 4

Therapeutic activity and pharmaceutical applications of alkaloids

Alkaloids, a diverse group of naturally occurring organic compounds, exhibit various therapeutic activities. Many alkaloids have been harnessed for their pharmacological effects and find applications in various pharmaceutical formulations. Here's…

DeepakRajput November 16, 2023

Chapter 3

Mydriatics

Mydriatics are a class of drugs used in ophthalmology to dilate the pupil. These drugs work by relaxing the iris sphincter muscle, which causes the pupil to enlarge. Mydriatics are…

DeepakRajput November 5, 2023

Chapter 2

Anticholinergic drugs

Anticholinergic drugs, also known as anticholinergic drugs, block the effects of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that activates cholinergic receptors in the body. These drugs work by inhibiting the action of acetylcholine…

DeepakRajput November 5, 2023