15 Points

Description

Considers the molecular mechanisms of drug action. The cellular and molecular mechanisms of drugs acting at receptors, ion channels, enzymes and intermediate messengers are covered. These concepts are applied through a detailed examination of cell cycle and apoptotic pathways, the molecular basis of drug addiction and the mechanisms of action of common recreational drugs.

Requisites

Prerequisite: MEDSCI 204 and 15 points from MEDSCI 205, 206, BIOSCI 203