Quality Use of Medicines A1 (PHRM2011)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2020
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Pharmacy School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Internal
Class hours
3 Lecture hours
2 Tutorial hours
Incompatible
PHRM2010
Restricted
Only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Pharmacy.
Assessment methods
Practical participation, oral, labelling and written examinations.
Course enquiries
Dr Jasmina Fejzic
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2024 (19/02/2024 - 15/06/2024) | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
This course continues to expand and develop students' knowledge and skills required of pharmacists. Students gain an understanding of the legal, professional and ethical aspects involved in dispensing and selling medicines and consulting with consumers in relation to their medicines and common ailments. Students will develop a process for safe and professional dispensing, and continue to gain skills and confidence in communicating with consumers and other health professionals about medicines. Students will gain knowledge and skills in a number of core areas of pharmacy practice, including: assessing evidence and using resources to answer therapeutic questions, use of medicines during pregnancy and breastfeeding, nutrition, categorising and assessing adverse drug reactions and regulation of complementary medicines. The management of a number of common conditions are discussed including: the common cold, allergic rhinitis, gastro-oesophageal reflux and pain.
