Pharmacology & therapeutics II (2 hrs Lecture+1 hr Tutorial)

Description

This course addresses the pharmacology and therapeutic use of drugs for major cardiovascular disorders, including dyslipidemia, hypertension, coronary artery disease and acute coronary syndromes, heart failure, cardiac dysrhythmias, thromboembolic disorders, and stroke. It integrates epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, clinical and laboratory data, treatment goals, evidence-based guidelines, drug selection, dosage regimens, monitoring, adverse effects, and clinically relevant drug-drug and drug-food interactions. Tutorial sessions use patient cases to develop therapeutic decision-making, individualized care planning, and problem-solving skills.

Program

Bachelor of Pharmacy - PharmD

Objectives

• 1.1 Classify the major drug groups used in the management of cardiovascular disorders and identify representative agents.

  1.2 Explain the mechanisms of action and pharmacological properties of drugs used in the management of cardiovascular disorders.

  1.3 Describe clinically relevant pharmacokinetic considerations, contraindications, adverse effects, and drug-drug and drug-food interactions of cardiovascular drugs.

  2.1 Retrieve, interpret, and critically evaluate evidence-based drug information and current clinical guidelines to support cardiovascular therapeutic decisions.

  3.1 Relate the epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, laboratory findings, and clinical features of cardiovascular disorders to their pharmacotherapeutic approaches.

  3.2 Recommend safe and rational cardiovascular pharmacotherapy, including appropriate drug selection and dosage regimens, based on patient- and drug-specific factors.

  3.3 Design and monitor individualized patient-centered pharmacotherapeutic care plans, including therapeutic goals, monitoring parameters, and management of drug-related problems.

  4.1 Demonstrate responsibility for team performance and effective time management during tutorial and case-based activities.

  4.2 Apply critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to cardiovascular pharmacotherapy cases independently and collaboratively.

  4.3 Communicate pharmacotherapeutic recommendations effectively in oral and written formats using appropriate presentation technologies and media.

  4.4 Practice independent and self-directed learning for continuous professional development.