Brief Introduction
Understanding pharmacokinetics, from basic principles to clinical applications.Course Summary
Learn about the science behind the dosing and monitoring of drugs with this clinical pharmacokinetics course. Gain a deeper understanding of how drugs are processed by the body and how to optimize drug therapies for patients.Key Learning Points
- Understand the principles of pharmacokinetics and how they relate to drug therapy
- Learn how to calculate drug doses based on patient-specific factors
- Explore the impact of disease and other factors on drug therapy
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Calculate drug doses based on patient-specific factors
- Evaluate the impact of disease and other factors on drug therapy
- Optimize drug therapies for patients
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic understanding of biology and chemistry
- Familiarity with medical terminology
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- Pharmacology: Drug Development and Therapeutics
- Pharmacology: Understanding Clinical Toxicology
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Dr. David Juurlink
- Dr. Mary Lynn McPherson
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is for professionals or students looking to build their clinical pharmacokinetic knowledge. You might be an undergraduate pharmacy student, a postgraduate pharmacy student or a pharmacist in clinical practice.
Knowledge
- The fish tank – A simplified model of first-order eliminationDosing basics – How to determine the right amount of drug for a patientThe ups and downs of predicting changes in drug concentrationThe challenges of assessing renal and hepatic clearanceWhat pharmacists need to know about dosing aminoglycosides and vancomycinClinical application - vancomycin and gentamycin case practice
Summary of User Reviews
Read reviews for the Clinical Pharmacokinetics course on FutureLearn. Students loved the practical examples provided in the course. However, some found the course content to be too advanced for beginners.Pros from User Reviews
- Practical examples provided in the course are highly appreciated by many students.
- The course covers a wide range of topics and provides a detailed understanding of the subject matter.
- The course is well-structured and easy to follow.
- The instructors are highly knowledgeable and provide useful insights on the subject matter.
Cons from User Reviews
- The course content may be too advanced for beginners.
- Some students found the course to be too theoretical.
- The course is time-consuming and requires a significant commitment.
- The assessment criteria could be more clearly defined.
- Some students felt that the course did not provide enough opportunities for interaction with instructors.
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