Neuropharmacology
Abstract
The article contains sections titled:
1. |
Introduction |
2. |
Types of Neural Cells |
2.1. |
Neurons |
2.2. |
Glia |
3. |
Evolution and Organization of the Vertebrate Nervous System |
3.1. |
Evolution and Main Subdivisions |
3.2. |
Patterns of Neuronal Integration |
3.2.1. |
The Reflex Arc |
3.2.2. |
Voluntary Movement |
3.2.3. |
The Limbic System |
3.2.4. |
The Ascending Reticular Activation System |
4. |
Techniques for Investigating the Nervous System |
4.1. |
Neuroanatomy |
4.2. |
Neurophysiology |
4.3. |
Neurobiochemistry (Neurochemistry) |
4.4. |
Neuropharmacology |
5. |
Synaptic Transmission |
5.1. |
Historical Background |
5.2. |
Survey of Transmitters |
5.2.1. |
Low Molecular Mass Transmitters |
5.2.2. |
Neuropeptides |
5.2.3. |
Evolutionary Significance of the Two Types of Transmitter |
5.3. |
Transmitter Action |
5.3.1. |
Fast Ionotropic Action |
5.3.2. |
Slow Metabolotropic Action |
5.3.3. |
Receptors of Importance in Drug Action |
5.4. |
Axonal Transport |
