Description
Introduces the study of the properties, effects and therapeutic value of the primary agents in the major drug categories. Upon completion, students should be able to place major drugs into correct therapeutic categories and identify indications, side effects and trade and generic names.
Grading Basis
Graded
Prerequisites
Acceptance into the Pharmacy Technician Program or Instructor Permission
Course Learning Outcomes
Core Topics
- Introduction to drug usage.
- Drug dosage forms.
- Determine factors of dosages.
- Routes of Drug Administration
- Drug actions and body responses.
- Drugs by body system including gastrointestinal, respiratory, cardiovascular, endocrine, genitourinary.