Pharmacology - NSAIDs & Prostaglandin Analogs

Learn about NSAIDs and prostaglandin analogs in this comprehensive 11-minute pharmacology video. Explore the arachidonic acid cascade, the role of cyclooxygenases (COX-1 & COX-2) in inflammation, and the functions of thromboxane and prostaglandins. Discover the mechanism of action, therapeutic uses, and side effects of various NSAIDs, including selective COX-1 inhibitors, non-selective COX inhibitors, and selective COX-2 inhibitors. Examine prostaglandin analogs such as Prostaglandin E1, F2α, and prostacyclin analogs, along with their specific drug examples. Gain a thorough understanding of these important drug classes and their applications in treating pain, fever, inflammation, and other medical conditions.