Course Content
Neuroscience & Nervous System Module โ€” 4th Year MBBS

๐Ÿ“˜ Step 1. Curriculum Coverage

๐Ÿ’Š Pharmacology

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  • Neurotransmitters, neuromodulators and neurotropic/neurotrophic factors.
  • Bloodโ€“brain barrier and its clinical significance.
  • Principal CNS neurotransmitters and their receptors.
  • Voltage-gated ion channels.
  • Ligand-gated/ionotropic receptors.
  • Metabotropic receptors.
  • Broad classification of CNS drugs.
  • Classification of CNS stimulants.
  • Respiratory analeptics: doxapram and nikethamide โ€” mechanism, uses and adverse effects.
  • Methylxanthines: theophylline, caffeine and theobromine โ€” mechanism, uses and adverse effects.
  • Sibutramine: mechanism and clinical use.

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