PT 227 — Pharmacology 2 3 unit(s)
Anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pharmacology of the following classes of pharmaceutical products: Gastrointestinal and related disorders, Renal System, Cardiovascular Diseases, Muscle and Joint Disease, Pain, Hormonal Disorders, Topical, Ophthalmic, otic, Chemotherapy, Vitamins, Electrolytes, Nutritional Status, antidotes and bioterrorism. Drugs are discussed in the context of drug classes, indications, mechanics of action, disease types, and body systems. The goal is to provide pharmacy technicians with sufficient background information needed to analyze health care information so that they will be able to play a key role in various pharmacy support functions. Top 101-200 of the top 200 drugs will be covered during this course.