Dr. Matt and Dr. Mike's Medical Podcast Introduction to Pharmacology
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Jun 1, 2024 Dr. Matt and Dr. Mike explore the basics of pharmacology, including drug origins, effects on the body, and testing journey. They discuss the history of tonic water, Coca-Cola, and Coca-leaves, as well as drug delivery methods and drug naming origins. The dialogue delves into drug interactions, clinical trials, and the financial complexities of drug development, captivating listeners with engaging insights into the world of pharmacology.
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Pharmacology and Drug Effects
- Pharmacology is the study of drugs and how they affect and interact with the body.
- Drugs leverage existing physiological functions; they cannot create entirely new body functions.
Medicine Versus Drug Distinction
- A medicine has a therapeutic intention to treat disease, while a drug broadly changes physiology.
- Techniques like CRISPR blur lines between drugs and biotechnological interventions.
Therapeutic and Side Effects
- Drugs have intended therapeutic effects (drug indication) and produce side effects.
- Effects not intended are categorized as side effects, adverse effects, or toxic effects.