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Pharmacological Classification

  • Drugs are classified based on their therapeutic effects or mode of action on the body.

  • This classification is important for doctors, pharmacists, and healthcare professionals.

Categories and Examples

Category

Examples

Analgesics (Pain relievers)

Morphine, Codeine

Antipyretics (Reduce fever)

Aspirin, Cinchona

Cardiotonics (Heart stimulants)

Digitalis, Strophanthus

Laxatives (Relieve constipation)

Senna, Aloe

Antibiotics (Kill bacteria)

Penicillin, Streptomycin

Anticancer drugs

Vinblastine, Vincristine

Advantages

  • Directly related to drug use in medicine, making it helpful for doctors.

  • Allows quick selection of drugs based on symptoms or disease conditions.

Disadvantages of Pharmacological Classification

  • Does not provide chemical composition details.

  • Some drugs have multiple pharmacological effects, making classification difficult.


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