Pharmacology Ii

The course intends to provide medical students with information on the mechanisms of action, pharmacological properties and therapeutic application of drugs affecting 1) endocrine system; 2) cardiovascular system 3) respiratory System. An introduction to neuropharmacology is also provided together with the specific treatment of specific neurodegenerative disease and epilepsy.

Students will learn: - The pharmacological treatment of neurological diseases (Parkinson, Alzheimer, Epilepsy...) - The pharmacological treatment of endocrine diseases (Diabetes, thyroid disfunctions, metabolic disfunctions ) - The pharmacological treatment of cardiovascular diseases - The pharmacological treatment of pulmonary diseases (Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder).