Fundamentals of Modern Pharmacology

Define pharmacokinetics and describe the four main processes: Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, and Excretion (ADME).

Explain key pharmacokinetic parameters including bioavailability, half-life, and the therapeutic window.

Define pharmacodynamics and explain dose-response relationships, including potency (ED50) and efficacy (Emax).

Describe the principles of receptor theory as a primary mechanism of drug action.

Differentiate between agonists, antagonists, and partial agonists based on their receptor interactions.

Outline the main families of receptors and their corresponding signal transduction pathways (e.g., GPCRs, enzyme-linked receptors).