PHRD-329: Introduction to Commonly Used Medications

This is the first of a six-series course designed to develop the basic knowledge necessary for pharmacy practice with commonly used medications, medical terminology, and medical abbreviations and their clinical use. This course will explore the relationship between a medication's mechanisms of action and its indication, adverse drug reactions (ADRs), warning, and precautions. Students will also develop study aids to help retain drug knowledge which they will need to provide medication education and counseling. At the end of this course, students will gain foundational knowledge and study techniques for commonly used medications. [ 1 credit ]