drugchannel
Drug channel is a term used in pharmacology to describe the cellular and molecular gateways through which drugs exert their effects. It encompasses ion channels, transporter proteins, receptors, and signaling pathways that determine the onset, magnitude, and duration of drug action, as well as the routes by which drugs are delivered and distributed in the body. The concept highlights the interconnected roles of membranes, proteins, and chemical signaling in mediating pharmacological responses.
Key components of the drug-channel concept include ion channels (voltage-gated and ligand-gated) that can be blocked
Understanding drug channels informs drug discovery, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics, aiding dose optimization, prediction of adverse effects,