Flashcards Farmacologia Basica Jun 2026

| Card # | Front (Question) | Back (Answer) | |--------|----------------|---------------| | 23 | Define . | Drug that binds and activates a receptor, producing a biological response. | | 24 | Define Antagonist . | Drug that binds but does not activate; blocks agonist effect. | | 25 | Potency vs. Efficacy ? | Potency: concentration needed for effect (EC50). Efficacy: maximum effect achievable (Emax). | | 26 | What is Spare receptor ? | Receptors in excess of those needed for maximal response. | | 27 | What is Down-regulation ? | Decrease in receptor number after prolonged agonist exposure (tolerance). |

They force you to retrieve information from your brain without prompts. This process, known as Active Recall , strengthens neural pathways, making the retrieval of pharmacological data faster and more reliable during exams and clinical practice. Flashcards Farmacologia Basica