Introduction to Pharmacology

Are you interested in developing a career in pharmacology? Or do you want to start a business venture in the drug manufacturing industry? This course is tailor-made for your needs. We go through the fundamental concepts related to pharmacology. Then we will identify the various sub-disciplines of the field. Finally, we will explore the issues pertaining to drug discovery, development and marketing.

Have you ever wondered how they create drugs for different vital organs and functions of the body? We will analyse the different issues faced by the body's cardiovascular, endocrine and central nervous systems. We investigate the essential drugs manufactured by studying various symptoms of these systems. Cancer is a huge conundrum in the world of medicine today. We will examine the treatment of cancer cells through drugs and chemotherapy.

The final sections will study the immune system and inflammation as it is fascinating how the human body fights infections and bacteria through its immune system. Harmful chemical agents in the environment and the food or water that we consume can be a source of tremendous health problems. Toxicology deals with how we can tackle this issue. The safe use and application of drugs, which is of utmost importance, will be studied in depth. So enrol now.