DHYG 370 Basic and Applied Pharmacology

Presentation of general principles of pharmacology, including the pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetic adverse reactions, and contraindications of drugs. Emphasis will be placed on those drug groups especially relevant to dental practice including the general anesthetics, local anesthetics, sedatives, analgesics, antiseptics, autonomic drugs, anti-inflammatory drugs and antibiotics. Methods of instruction include guided facilitation, demonstration, case studies, and classroom activities.

This is a blended course.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

DHYG 324, DHYG 325, DHYG 332C, DHYG 362, and DHYG 440.

Corequisite

DHYG 375, DHYG 402, DHYG 405C, and DHYG 442.