Pharmacology

Course Overview:
The Medical Pharmacology course provides an in-depth understanding of how drugs interact with the human body to prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases. It bridges the gap between basic medical sciences and clinical medicine, emphasizing rational drug use, mechanisms of action, and adverse effects.

This course equips students with the essential knowledge to prescribe medications safely and effectively. With system-based lessons, drug classifications, and clinical case discussions, learners develop strong pharmacological reasoning and therapeutic decision-making skills.

Key Topics Covered:

General Pharmacology:

• Introduction to Pharmacology and Drug Nomenclature

• Routes of Drug Administration and Absorption

• Distribution, Metabolism, and Excretion of Drugs

• Mechanisms of Drug Action and Dose-Response Relationships

• Adverse Drug Reactions and Drug Interactions

• Principles of Clinical Pharmacology and Prescription Writing

Systemic Pharmacology:

• Autonomic Nervous System Drugs

• Cardiovascular Drugs (Antihypertensives, Antianginals, Diuretics, etc.)

• Respiratory System Drugs

• Central Nervous System Pharmacology

• Gastrointestinal and Endocrine Pharmacology

• Antimicrobial Agents: Antibiotics, Antivirals, Antifungals, Antiparasitics

• Chemotherapy and Cancer Pharmacology

• Hematopoietic and Immunomodulatory Drugs

Applied and Clinical Pharmacology:

• Drug Toxicity and Management

• Rational Use of Medicines and Essential Drug Concepts

• Recent Advances and New Drug Development

• Pharmacovigilance and Adverse Event Reporting

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Understand the mechanism of action, uses, and side effects of major drugs.

• Apply pharmacological principles in clinical and therapeutic situations.

• Prescribe rationally with knowledge of drug interactions and contraindications.

• Interpret and analyze case-based pharmacological problems.

• Stay updated with new and emerging drug classes.

Who Should Enroll:

• MBBS, BDS, Nursing, and Paramedical Students

• NEET PG, INICET, and TNPSC Medical Services Aspirants

• Healthcare Professionals and Pharmacists

• Anyone interested in learning the science of drugs and therapeutics

Course Features:

• Concept-based Video Lectures and Charts

• Drug Classification Tables and Mnemonics

• Topic-wise Quizzes and Clinical Case Discussions

• Summary Notes for Rapid Revision

• Certificate of Completion