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Multi-System Module — 3rd Year MBBS

📘Step 1. Curriculum Coverage

💊 Pharmacology

 

Eicosanoids and Prostaglandins

  • Classify eicosanoids.
  • Describe the mechanism of action of Prostaglandins.
  • Describe the organ system effects of Prostaglandins.
  • Describe the clinical uses of Prostaglandins.
  • Describe the prostaglandins used in the management of glaucoma.
  • Describe the pharmacologic effects of Thromboxane A₂.

Dermatologic Preparations

  • Describe dermatologic formulations like creams, ointments, gels, lotions, pastes, powders, tinctures and wet dressings.
  • Describe the choice of dermatologic formulation with reference to the nature of the lesion.

Scabies

  • Enlist the drugs used for the treatment of Scabies.
  • Describe the method of application of Permethrin, Crotamiton and Benzyl benzoate for treating scabies.

Acne Vulgaris

  • Enlist the drugs used for treating Acne including antibiotics and hormonal agents.
  • Describe the mechanism of action and adverse effects of Benzoyl peroxide, Tretinoin and Isotretinoin.
  • Describe the teratogenicity of Isotretinoin.

Psoriasis

  • Enlist the drugs used for treating Psoriasis.
  • Describe the teratogenicity of Acitretin.

Herbal Medications and Supplements

  • Describe the terms herbal medications, botanicals and nutritional supplements with special reference to drug regulatory factors.
  • Describe the pharmacologic effects and intended uses of Garlic (Allium sativum).
  • Describe the drug interactions of Garlic with Warfarin and Aspirin.
  • Describe the possible medicinal use of Kalonji (Nigella sativa).
  • Describe the pharmacologic effects and intended uses of Ginseng.
  • Describe the drug interactions of Ginseng with antipsychotic and hypoglycemic medications.
  • Describe the intended clinical uses of Coenzyme Q10.
  • Describe the drug interactions of Coenzyme Q10 with Warfarin.

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