Pharmacology B

Course aim

To develop an understanding the pathophysiology of selected disorders and the modification of these processes through manipulation of pharmacological pathways.

Course content

The pathophysiology and pharmacology relevant to central nervous system disorders including; depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety, insomnia, seizure disorders, Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, Parkinson’s disease, ADHD, emesis and migraine.

The pharmacology relating to substances of abuse including drugs for alcohol and nicotine dependence.

The pathophysiology and pharmacology relevant to endocrine disorders including; diabetes, thyroid disease, adrenal disease, osteoporosis, and male and female reproductive systems (including fertility).

Textbook(s)

Bryant, B.J. and Knights, K. 2011, Pharmacology for Health Professionals , Current Edition, Elsevier, Chatswood

Rang, HP, Dale MM, Ritter JM, Flower RJ and Henderson G 2012, Rang and Dale's Pharmacology, Current Edition, Elsevier, Edinburgh

Prerequisite(s)

Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
Group 1
BIOL 1050	Human Physiology 101
BIOL 1049	Human Physiology 100
Group 2
BIOL 1007	Molecules to Tissues A
BIOL 1012	Molecules to Tissues B

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Lecture	3 x 1 hour x 13 weeks
Tutorial	1 x 1 hour x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Examination, Test

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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