DHYG 370 Basic and Applied Pharmacology

(formerly DHYG 270) 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.