Pharmacology

(2 Credits)

This pharmacology course presents the students with basic principles of pharmacology as well as specific information relating to selected groups of drugs. The drug groups are chosen based upon their therapeutic importance for the general population. Throughout the drug-oriented lectures basic principles are reinforced, and the interactions of drugs are presented. Instruction will be in a lecture format, but class participation will be encouraged. Appropriate handout material is provided. (Prerequisites: Chemistry for Allied Health, Principles of Dental Hygiene II Lecture and Clinic) (Fall)