PHRM 6410 Basic and Clinical Pharmacology

4 SCH. This course presents and introduction to major drugs used for the treatment and prevention of disease. The course begins with an overview of the general principles of pharmacology, including major concepts of pharmacodynamics (drug action) and pharmacokinetics (drug time course, dosing.) The remainder of the course examines the major classes of drugs that modify the functioning of the autonomic, cardiovascular, central nervous, hematopoietic, and endocrine systems; antibiotics and NSAIDs are also covered. Emphasis is placed on the therapeutic use and mechanism of action of major drugs by class. The format of the course is student self-directed study supported by interactive sessions with faculty.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade