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Immunopharmacology Exploring the Interactions between Drugs and the Immune System

Ching Hui

Immunopharmacology is a multidisciplinary field that investigates the complex interactions between drugs and the immune system. The immune system plays a crucial role in maintaining homeostasis and defending the body against pathogens, but it can also contribute to the development of various diseases when dysregulated. Immunopharmacology aims to understand the mechanisms by which drugs modulate immune responses and develop therapeutic strategies to enhance or suppress immune functions for the treatment of immune-related disorders. The immunopharmacology, highlighting its importance in deciphering the intricate relationship between drugs and the immune system. It emphasizes the significance of studying drug-immune system interactions to identify novel therapeutic targets, improve existing treatments, and develop new immunomodulatory drugs. Additionally, the abstract acknowledges the relevance of immunopharmacology in addressing immune-related diseases such as autoimmune disorders, cancer, and infectious diseases. The effects of drugs on immune cells, signaling pathways, and immune responses, immunopharmacology seeks to unravel the intricate network of interactions that govern immune system function. This knowledge can be applied to develop targeted therapies that selectively modulate immune responses, providing personalized treatment options and minimizing adverse effects. Immunopharmacology plays a pivotal role in advancing our understanding of the immune system and its relationship with drugs. Through comprehensive research and innovative approaches, immunopharmacologists strive to harness the potential of the immune system for therapeutic purposes, leading to improved healthcare outcomes for patients with immune-related disorders.