ATR 3210 Basic Pharmacology
This course is meant to serve as an introduction to pharmacology for students pursuing careers in Athletic Training or other avenues of health care. Principles underlying the actions of drugs are presented, including pharmacokinetics, drug-receptor interactions, and drug metabolism. Mechanisms of action, therapeutic effects, adverse effects and therapeutic indications are covered for major classes of drugs commonly used in sports medicine. Common social and performance enhancing drugs will also be covered. The student will gain an understanding of the fundamental principles of therapies for various conditions.