VBSC 438Introduction to Molecular Pharmacology
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to correlate their knowledge of basic and organic chemistry, biochemistry and physiology to the understanding of drug actions. The molecular interactions between drugs and their tissue receptors and possible modifications of drugs to target different receptors will be discussed. Drugs used to treat infectious disease, treat cardiovascular disease, modulate the immune system, and treat cancer will be examined for their molecular interactions. Students will understand the complexities of new drug design and development from the initial stages of laboratory development to final approval for use by the Food and Drug Administration.