Pharmacology

Goal:

The broad goal of Pharmacology curriculum is to equip the Indian Medical Graduate (IMG) with the knowledge of scientific basis of therapeutics and the skills of rational prescribing during the second year of MBBS.


Objectives:

a) KNOWLEDGE;

At the end of the course the student should be able to:-

  • » Describe the pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of essential and commonly used drugs.
  • » Apply the knowledge of indications, contraindications, interactions and adverse reactions of commonly used drugs in therapeutics.
  • » Describe the principles of prescribing and calculate the dosage in special medical situations such as pregnancy, lactation, children, elderly and patients with renal dysfunction.
  • » Describe the basis of Evidence Based Medicine.
  • » Apply the concept of rational drug therapy and P drugs in clinical pharmacology.
  • » Describe the clinical presentation, diagnosis and management of Common poisonings, insecticides, common sting and bites.
  • » Describe drugs of abuse and the process of de-addiction.
  • » Describe the phases and the regulations involved in the development and introduction of new drugs.
  • » Explain the concepts and clinical relevance of Essential medicines, Fixed dose combinations, Over the counter drugs, Herbal medicines, dietary supplements andnutraceuticals.
  • » Describe occupational and environmental pesticides, food adulterants, pollutants and insect repellents.

  • b) SKILLS:

    At the end of the course the student should be able to:

    Write a rational prescription for a given condition and communicate the same to the patient.

    Recognize and report an adverse drug reaction of commonly used medications.

    Demonstrate the effects of drugs on blood pressure through computer aided learning and interpret the graph.

    Perform a critical evaluation of the drug promotional literature.

    Administer drugs through various routes in a simulated environment.


    c) ETHICS, ATTITUDE and COMMUNICATION:

    At the end of the course the student should be able to:

    Communicate effectively with the patient with regards storage and use of common medications.

    Explain to the patients the right way to use the various drug formulations.

    Communicate the importance of adherence to medications and motivate the patients.

    Demonstrate an understanding of the legal and regulatory aspects of prescribing medications.

    Understand and follow the ethical principles involved in prescribing medications.


    Faculty Profile:

    Faculty list updated as on 31-7-2024

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    Complete list of Research Publications by Department of Pharmacology can be viewed here.