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About This Event
Pharmacology is the study of Drugs and their effects on the human body. Chronic medical conditions such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, endocrine disorders and neurological conditions are very prevalent worldwide. In this course, we discuss the top 10 prescribed drugs in North America. We review the pharmacological actions, adverse reactions, and drug interactions associated with their use. Emphasis is given to the effects of these medications on the oral cavity and any necessary dental modifications for these patients. Specific focus will be on interactions between commonly prescribed drugs and those used in dental treatment such as local anaesthetics, analgesics, antibiotics, and antifungals.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the top 10 prescribed drugs.
- Recognize the indications and contraindications of these commonly prescribed drugs.
- Discuss the mechanism of action, adverse reactions and drug interactions of the most commonly prescribed medications.
- Discuss the top 10 prescribed drugs and their interactions with dental treatment and commonly prescribed dental drugs.
Additional Event Information
Event Format
On-demand
CE Credits
3*