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What structural feature is characteristic of GPCRs?
What structural feature is characteristic of GPCRs?
- Seven membrane-spanning helical segments (correct)
- Single membrane layer
- Two membrane-spanning segments
- Five membrane-spanning segments
What happens to G alpha upon the stimulation of a GPCR by an agonist?
What happens to G alpha upon the stimulation of a GPCR by an agonist?
- G alpha dissociates from the receptor and exchanges GDP for GTP (correct)
- G alpha activates G beta-gamma
- G alpha is inactivated permanently
- G alpha remains bound to GDP
Where is the amino terminus located in a GPCR?
Where is the amino terminus located in a GPCR?
- Cytosolic side
- Membrane core
- Extracellular face (correct)
- Intra-cellular environment
What is the role of the G beta-gamma complex in relation to GPCRs?
What is the role of the G beta-gamma complex in relation to GPCRs?
What occurs in the cell when no external signaling molecules are present?
What occurs in the cell when no external signaling molecules are present?
What is the role of Gq proteins in cellular signaling?
What is the role of Gq proteins in cellular signaling?
Which type of receptors are located in the cytoplasm or nucleus and respond to lipid soluble messengers?
Which type of receptors are located in the cytoplasm or nucleus and respond to lipid soluble messengers?
What is required for a drug to bind to intracellular receptors?
What is required for a drug to bind to intracellular receptors?
How do intracellular receptors typically alter gene expression?
How do intracellular receptors typically alter gene expression?
Which G protein type is responsible for decreasing cAMP levels?
Which G protein type is responsible for decreasing cAMP levels?
What is the primary function of Gs proteins in signaling pathways?
What is the primary function of Gs proteins in signaling pathways?
What is one of the methods by which Gi proteins decrease cAMP levels?
What is one of the methods by which Gi proteins decrease cAMP levels?
How does the action of intracellular receptors compare to other classes of receptors?
How does the action of intracellular receptors compare to other classes of receptors?
What defines a full agonist in terms of receptor activity?
What defines a full agonist in terms of receptor activity?
What characterizes a partial agonist?
What characterizes a partial agonist?
Which statement best describes antagonists?
Which statement best describes antagonists?
In the context of receptor types, where are intracellular receptors typically located?
In the context of receptor types, where are intracellular receptors typically located?
What is the primary difference between full agonists and partial agonists in terms of effect?
What is the primary difference between full agonists and partial agonists in terms of effect?
How are receptors primarily classified based on their location?
How are receptors primarily classified based on their location?
What kind of response do antagonists produce when they bind to a receptor?
What kind of response do antagonists produce when they bind to a receptor?
Which of the following correctly categorizes receptor types?
Which of the following correctly categorizes receptor types?
What is the primary result of receptor desensitization?
What is the primary result of receptor desensitization?
What does the therapeutic index represent in pharmacology?
What does the therapeutic index represent in pharmacology?
Which of the following can be a consequence of desensitization?
Which of the following can be a consequence of desensitization?
In the context of drug holidays, what is the purpose of temporarily stopping a medication?
In the context of drug holidays, what is the purpose of temporarily stopping a medication?
What is the relationship described by the dose-effect curve?
What is the relationship described by the dose-effect curve?
What does LD50 represent in the context of the therapeutic index?
What does LD50 represent in the context of the therapeutic index?
Which of the following terms describes the minimum dose required to achieve a therapeutic effect?
Which of the following terms describes the minimum dose required to achieve a therapeutic effect?
What mechanism might lead to decreased therapeutic efficacy over time?
What mechanism might lead to decreased therapeutic efficacy over time?
What does the therapeutic index measure?
What does the therapeutic index measure?
Which of the following statements is true about drugs with a narrow therapeutic index (NTI)?
Which of the following statements is true about drugs with a narrow therapeutic index (NTI)?
If Drug A has an LD50 of 300 mg and an ED50 of 100 mg, what is its therapeutic index?
If Drug A has an LD50 of 300 mg and an ED50 of 100 mg, what is its therapeutic index?
What can be a consequence of a narrow therapeutic index drug?
What can be a consequence of a narrow therapeutic index drug?
Which of the following is characteristic of drugs with a wide therapeutic index?
Which of the following is characteristic of drugs with a wide therapeutic index?
What is indicated by the ratio of TD50 to ED50 in the context of drug safety?
What is indicated by the ratio of TD50 to ED50 in the context of drug safety?
Why are drugs with a narrow therapeutic index not preferred?
Why are drugs with a narrow therapeutic index not preferred?
How can the therapeutic index be improved for existing drugs?
How can the therapeutic index be improved for existing drugs?
Study Notes
G Protein Signaling Pathways
- Gs: Increases cAMP levels.
- Gi: Decreases cAMP levels and opens potassium channels.
- Gq: Increases calcium channel activity.
Types of G Proteins
- G proteins linked to calcium increase are primarily associated with Gq subtypes.
- Gi type causes a reduction in cAMP via two mechanisms: opening potassium channels and decreasing cAMP in selected tissues.
Intracellular Receptors
- Located in cytoplasm; respond to lipid-soluble chemical messengers that cross cell membranes.
- These receptors bind specific genes to modulate their expression, leading to slower responses compared to cell surface receptors.
Receptor Types
- Agonists: Have both affinity and maximal intrinsic activity.
- Partial Agonists: Display affinity and sub-maximal intrinsic activity.
- Antagonists: Possess affinity but no intrinsic activity.
Drug Concentration Response
- Full Agonist: Maximum response at high concentrations.
- Partial Agonist: Produces less than the maximum effect.
- Antagonist: Binds but does not produce any effect on the receptor.
Classification of Receptors
- Cell-Surface Receptors: Involves ligand-gated ion channels, enzyme-linked, and GPCR.
- Intracellular Receptors: Includes cytoplasmic and nuclear receptors.
- GPCRs consist of seven membrane-spanning helices and interact with G proteins upon ligand binding.
Receptor Activation Mechanism
- Ligand binding induces a conformational change in GPCR, causing G protein activation (GDP exchanges for GTP).
- G alpha subunit activates downstream signaling pathways, while G beta-gamma also plays a role.
Receptor Desensitization and Downregulation
- Refers to reduced cellular response following prolonged exposure to agonists.
- Mechanisms include transcriptional/translational changes, conformational alterations, and receptor localization changes.
- Can necessitate dose adjustments or drug holidays to maintain therapeutic efficacy.
Dose-Effect Relationships
- Increasing drug dose typically results in an enhanced effect on response.
Therapeutic Index
- Calculated as the ratio of LD50 (lethal dose) to ED50 (effective dose) in animals.
- In humans, calculated as TD50 (toxic dose) to ED50, without lethal dose considerations.
- Narrow Therapeutic Index (NTI): Riskier as small dose changes can lead to adverse reactions.
- Wide Therapeutic Index: Preferred due to a larger margin of safety.
Clinical Relevance
- Understanding the therapeutic index helps assess drug safety and efficacy.
- Knowledge of dose-response curves assists in determining appropriate therapeutic regimens.
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