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Mechanism of action - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (113 words)
In pharmacology, the term mechanism of action refers to the specific biochemical interaction through which a drug substance produces its pharmacological effect.
A mechanism of action usually includes mention of the specific molecular targets to which the drug binds, such as an enzyme or receptor.
For example, the mechanism of action of aspirin involved irreversible inhibition of the enzyme cyclooxygenase, which suppresses the production of prostaglandins and thromboxanes thereby reducing pain and inflammation.
FHI - Methods of Contraceptive Action (2593 words)
The primary mechanism of action of COCs is the inhibition of ovulation.
This mechanism is the alteration of the cervical mucus.
If the mechanism of action of IUDs was to prevent implantation of fertilized eggs in the uterine cavity, then rates of ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy in the fallopian tubes) should be unaffected by IUD use.
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