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Drugs that Changed the World

  • PHAR1101
  • Semester 2 (see Timetable)
  • 6 points
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Lectures are grouped into 10 modules which focus on a distinct drug of historical significance. These are used as a springboard to subsequent research discoveries which allowed the development of even more effective medicines. <br/>Module 1: Introducing drugs <br/>Module 2: Alcohol—the oldest drug <br/>Module 3: Ether—the kindest drug <br/>Module 4: Penicillin—the miracle drug <br/>Module 5: Thalidomide—the horror drug <br/>Module 6: Nitroglycerin—the explosive drug <br/>Module 7: Chlorpromazine—the liberating drug <br/>Module 8: Mustard gas—the noxious drug <br/>Module 9: 'The pill'—the revolutionary drug <br/>Module 10: The... -- Course Website

Instructor: Professor Phil Burcham



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