LSCI-611: Princ of Pharmacology

This introductory course covers key pharmacologic concepts related to the physiologic, cellular, and biochemical actions of major drug classes used in human medicine. Students will learn basic scientific concepts including the theoretical basis of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics as well as the molecular and physiologic actions of drugs that influence function of the autonomic nervous system, the somatic nervous system, the central nervous system, the cardiopulmonary/renal systems, the endocrine system, the immune system, and actions of drugs that target microbial infection. In addition, students will apply pharmacologic principles to understand impact of drugs of abuse, important drug interactions, and actions of dietary/botanical supplements. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Science program