Introduction to Pharmacology

This course explores the general principles of pharmacology, including pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, where the emphasis will be laid on the basic mechanisms of drug action in relation to both drug-receptor interactions and to the response of physiological and biochemical systems. We will also study autonomic pharmacology and local anaesthetics. This will help the learner acquire core knowledge in basic pharmacology for subsequent application in clinical pharmacy and other related courses in pharmacy.