SUMMARY
The overall learning objectives are to understand the pharmaceutical field and its complexity from a societal perspective. We cover an introduction to rational pharmacotherapy, the ATC code system, unintended incidents, drug consumption in the primary/secondary sector, expensive drugs, drug substances, generic and trade names as well as an introduction to the pharmacological dictionary.
Pharmacology II is the second of three modules in this course. In this module, we review side effects and interactions in key high-risk populations and give you a general understanding of how drugs work in these patient groups. In addition, we review the main sources of reliable information on pharmacology.
The three modules are mandatory courses for the Pharma Consultant Diploma.
Other course participants say
"I got a better understanding of medication, interactions, and the CYP450 system which I find very valuable."
Key account manager, The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson
"The lecturers were very knowledgeable and still able to communicate complex topics in a way that everyone could follow."
Martin Grue Andreassen, Key Account Manager, Glaxosmithkline Pharma A/S
"The course contained good, relevant content that was understandable even without a scientific background."
Susanne Reichel, Content Officer, Pfizer Denmark
"I found the course relevant and informative, even though I previously worked as a nurse. I can certainly use the learnings in my current position."
Tina Have Lundgaard, Therapy Area Specialist, Pfizer ApS
Keywords
- Pharmacology terminology
- Drug interaction
- High-risk populations
- Side effects
- Polypharmacy
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Course leader & lecturers
- Simon ReuterCourse leaderData Lead Project Director, MD, PhD.
Novo Nordisk A/S
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Is this course for you?
This course is for you who want a fundamental understanding of pharmacology and wish to broaden your knowledge when working with or advising on pharmaceuticals in sales and marketing, market access, or public affairs.
What you will learn
- To search for knowledge of and identify side effects of medications
- To seek knowledge of and understand how medications affect each other.
- To identify risk regarding drug treatment and understand the impact of medications on these risk groups
What your company will get
An employee who…
- has a basic knowledge of pharmacology
- can interact with healthcare professionals
- can solve drug-related tasks with a theoretical and clinical approach
Course calendar
Day 1
- Recap of Pharmacology I
- Side effects and interactions incl. casework
- Risk groups – Pregnant and breastfeeding women
- Examples of exam questions
Day 2
- Risk groups – Liver/kidney disease incl. casework
- The polypharmacy patient and the elderly incl. cases
- Recap
Registration
Registration deadline2 Apr 2025
Lersø Parkallé 101
2100 København Ø
Day 1
- Recap of Pharmacology I
- Side effects and interactions incl. casework
- Risk groups – Pregnant and breastfeeding women
- Examples of exam questions
Day 2
- Risk groups – Liver/kidney disease incl. casework
- The polypharmacy patient and the elderly incl. cases
- Recap
Registration
Registration deadline1 Oct 2025
Lersø Parkallé 101
2100 København Ø
Course information
Literature
Before the course, you get access to mandatory and optional readings via your personal Atrium log-in.
Please get familiar with the mandatory readings before starting the course. The mandatory readings are also part of the exam curriculum.
Prerequisites
This course ( Pharmacology I, II and III) is designed for those with knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology equivalent to the Anatomy & Physiology and Pathology courses. Therefore, we recommend you take the above courses beforehand.
There are no further entry requirements, but we recommend that you have at least a bachelor's degree or similar.
Examination
The exam is held online, usually 4-6 weeks after the course.
The exam covers Pharmacology I, Pharmacology II and Pharmacology III and is a written 24-hour assignment.
To participate in the exam, you must have attended all three Pharmacology modules.
This course is a part of a diploma
Design a medical training programme that fits your professional interests. Relevant if you work with or advice on drugs, maybe as a professional in sales and marketing, market access or public affairs in the pharma industry
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