BIO 365 - Introduction to Pharmacology

Credit Hours: 3

Introduces pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and basic dosing theory. Survey of anti-hypertensives, lipid-lowering drugs, pharmacology regarding coronary artery disease and angina pectoralis, diuretics, asthma management, anti-inflammatory drugs, sympathomimetic drugs, and management of diabetes mellitus. Case studies, readings, and class discussion. Medical terminology appropriate to the preceding topics.

Prerequisite: BIO 111, CHE 105, and junior classification