PCOL436

042948

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of cardiovascular pharmacology, focusing on the mechanisms of action, therapeutic uses, adverse effects, and interactions of drugs commonly used in the management of cardiovascular diseases. Students will learn about the underlying pathophysiology of cardiovascular disorders and explore the pharmacological interventions targeting various aspects of cardiovascular function. This includes antihypertensives, cholesterol-lowering drugs, anti-ischemic therapy, and drugs to treat heart failure Additional material will cover dysrhythmias and arrhythmias and anticoagulants and their reversal agents. Renal dynamics as well as the renin-aldosterone-angiotensin system will be reviewed as well as common concepts in hemodynamics, afterload and preload, and the contribution of the CNS to heart function. Students will leave with a greater understanding of cardiovascular physiology supplemented with fundamental pharmacological concepts that allow them significant advantages when exploring healthcare careers.

GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E

Undergraduate

019247