Fundamental in Pharmacology for Health Care I

3 cr · Graduate

This course will build on foundational knowledge of human physiology and examine basic pharmacokinetic (drug metabolism) and pharmacodynamic (drug action) principles of specific drug classes related to the autonomic nervous system, cardiovascular system (edema, hypertension, arrhythmia, angina, blood clotting, heart failure, hyperlipidemia), diabetes, thyroid, inflammation and pain. Remaining major drug classes will be covered in PHAC 7240 . Students may take one or both courses. Taking both courses must be done in the same academic year (Sept to April) or with permission from the Department Head. Course delivery will involve lectures followed by clinical case-based tutorials.