Pharmacology

Métodos de ensino

The teaching methodology will follow an expository and participatory method, with application and resolution of
problems and/or clinical cases related to the topic of pharmacology. It will also include the preparation of specific
themes of the curricular unit, in an adaptation of the “task-based learning” methodology. Continuous assessment will
consist of two frequencies (50% + 50%). The student can opt for the final exam.

Objetivos de Unidade Curricular

Understand of the basic principles of pharmacology;
Identify pharmaceutical forms available and how different administration routes;
Describe the general cycle of drugs not body;
Understand concepts of pharmacodynamic processes that are associated with most common drugs used in
physiotherapy;
Recognize Adverse Effects and Possible Interactions;
Identify on a clinic situation, with bases and knowledge acquired, the problem and potential forms of resolution;
Understand and recognize the major drug classes used in physiotherapy, its mechanisms of action and its applications

Estagios

Nao

Programa

Introduction to Pharmacology and medicines legal framework in Portugal. Dosage form and route of administration.
Pharmacokinetics and molecular mechanism of drug action.
Functional aspects of central and autonomic nervous system.
Central nervous system pharmacology. Psychostimulants, anxiolytics, antiepileptics and antidepressants.
Pharmacology in the musculoskeletal system. Analgesics, non-steroidal and steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and
anaesthetic.
Cardiovascular system pharmacology. Cardiotonic, antiarrhythmic, antihypertensives and diuretic agents.
Respiratory system pharmacology. Bronchodilators, antitussives, expectorants, and mucolytic agents.
Clinical pharmacology in special populations.
Clinical case studies in physiotherapy.

Métodos de Avaliação

Exam Evaluation

Theorical Exam: 100.0%

Continuous Evaluation

2nd Test: 50.0%

1st Test: 50.0%

Itens Bibliograficos

Brunton,L.l.; Hilal-Dandan,R.;Knollmann, B.c.,Goodman &Amp; Gilman's(2018). The Pharmacological Basis Of Therapeutics.
13ª Ed. Mcgraw-Hill Education
Guimarães, S., Moura, D.&Amp; Soares Da Silva,P.(2014). Terapêutica Medicamentosa E Suas Bases Farmacológicas: Manual
De Farmacologia E Farmacoterapia. 6ª Ed. Porto: Porto Editora
Fonseca, M.b.; Teixeira,N.&Amp; Correia-Da-Silva,G.(2017). Cannabinoids As Modulators Of Cell Death: Clinical Applications
And Future Directions. Reviews In Physiology, Biochemistry And Pharmacology

Docente responsável

Marta Sofia Sampaio De Almada