Pharmacokinetics and Drug Metabolism

Summer 2020 > Health Sciences > PHRM.6600 > 081

Course No: PHRM.6600-081; SIS Class Nbr: 1107; SIS Term: 2940
Course Status: Registration Closed

Course Description

This course focuses of the study of the biochemical and physiological effects of drugs and the mechanisms of their actions. The quantitative aspects of drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion will be explored. The philosophy of pharmacokinetic modeling and its application in practice will be introduced. An overview of the structure, function and regulation of major drug metabolic enzymes and transporters will also be emphasized.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

  • Prerequisites: Graduate level or Instructor permission.
  • Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
  • Instructor: Brenda Geiger
  • UMass Lowell Bookstore

When Offered & Tuition

  • Online Course
  • 2020 Summer: May 18 to Jul 12
  • Chat Hours: Thu 8-9pm*
  • Course Level: Graduate
  • Tuition: $1725
  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

*Chat Hours provide an opportunity for the instructor and students to communicate in "real time". It is an informative and interactive session where course related questions, answers, and discussions take place. While student attendance during chat hours is not required, it is highly recommended. Weekly chat sessions are archived for students who are not able to participate in the live chat sessions at the scheduled times.

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