Pharmacology A

OPTO20391 Pharmacology A 10 Semester 1 Undergraduate Level 2 Ayse Latif Unit coordinator 1 FHEQ level (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications) ' Middle part of Bachelors ' European Credit Transfer & Accumulation System Rating : 5.0 Pharmacology A will introduce you to principles underpinning the use of drugs in optometric practice. You will undertake detailed study of the major groups of drugs, including cycloplegics, mydriatics, local anaesthetics and staining agents, which are commonly used by optometrists. The legal constraints applying to these drugs, and in particular how this relates to Optometrists, will also be considered. Pharmacology A will introduce you to principles underpinning the use of drugs in optometric practice. You will undertake detailed study of the major groups of drugs, including cycloplegics, mydriatics, local anaesthetics and staining agents, which are commonly used by optometrists. The legal constraints applying to these drugs, and in particular how this relates to Optometrists, will also be considered. The unit aims to give the students an understanding of the fundamentals of pharmacology and the mechanisms of action and legal constraints surrounding the use of investigative drugs (cycloplegics, mydriatics, local anaesthetics & staining agents) in optometric practice. <div>Students will:</div><ul> <li>understand how the body handles drugs (ADME)</li> <li>understand the basic principles of pharmacokinetics and how this influences the formulation and use of ophthalmic medicines</li> <li>understand the basic principles of pharmacodynamics and how drugs interact with targets and produce downstream effects</li> <li>understand how the ophthalmic medicines affect the physiological mechanisms of the eye</li> <li>use and understand pharmacological terminology and use in combination with physiological and anatomical knowledge</li> <li>evaluate and further their knowledge using online and library resources</li> <li>develop an understanding of how to apply this knowledge to clinical situations.</li></ul> Analytical skills Analysing questions in revision sessions and information during lectures. Group/team working Discussion during revision sessions. Oral communication Students are encouraged to ask and answer questions during lectures and actively participate in scheduled revision sessions. Problem solving Online quizzes. Research Researching background information for coursework essay. Written communication Coursework essay (mid-semester). Essay questions in exam. <ul> <li>Twenty lectures in total will be delivered describing the basic principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics in relation to ophthalmic medicines.</li> <li>This will be followed by instruction on basic physiological systems related to drugs used and a breakdown of different classes of investigational drugs, including their mechanisms, side effects, contraindications and legal constraints in clinical practice.</li> <li>Lectures will be supplemented by two interactive case study session and three sessions preparing students for the new exam structure and testing the students understanding and application of their knowledge in relation to use of the drugs on patients.</li> <li>Lastly, a Q+A session will be held to support student learning.</li></ul> 1 Written exam 100% Formative feedback given through e-learning quizzes and interactive sessions. General feedback on peer assessed mock essay will be provided and will provide guidance on expectations in the exam. OPTO10171 Functional Anatomy of the Eye Pre-Requisite Recommended OPTO10392 Anatomy and Physiology for Health Care Professionals II Pre-Requisite Recommended OPTO10391 Anatomy and Physiology for Health Care Professionals I Pre-Requisite Recommended Year 1 BSc Optometry BSc (Hons) Optometry BSc (Hons) Optometry Second Year Mandatory MSci Optometry MSci Optometry Second Year Mandatory N <ul> <li>Forrester J, Dick A, McMenamin P and Lee W (2007) The Eye: Basic Science in Practice (3rd Edition). Saunders (Chapter 6).</li> <li>Rang HP, Dale MM, Ritter JM & Flower, R (2007) Rang & Dale’s Pharmacology (8th Edition). Churchill Livingstone (Chapters 1-3; 8-10; 12-14).</li> <li>Bartlett, JD and Jaanus, SD (2007) Clinical Ocular Pharmacology (5th Edition). Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd (Chapters 1-4; 6,8,9, 16).</li></ul> Assessment written exam 24 Lectures 28 0 46