5 ways to Study Pharmacology

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  1. Be good with classification: Pharmacology has way more classification than other subjects. Be good with them.
  2. Mechanisms: Have a good knowledge of mechanics and theirs ways of effect.
  3. Adverse effects: Some drugs have a specific set of side effects, be prepared with that.
  4. Main Drugs: Firstline drugs and emergency drugs should not be omitted.
  5. Antidotes: Antidotes play a major role in pharmacology.
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Mnemonics helps too … The grouping the suffix together too example :-

B blockers :- Olol

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First go through with classification and understand the pharmacokinetics and Mode of action of drug

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Pay attention to classification and mechanism of action.

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I used a book- Clinical Pharmacology Made Ridiculously Simple by James Olson M.D. Ph.D.
Helps get a good overview of the subject.

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To study pharmacology one can use following tricks :

-Flashcards : Create flashcards with drug names, mechanisms, side effects, and indications to reinforce memorization.
-Mnemonics : Use mnemonics to associate drug names with their effects or mechanisms, making them easier to remember.
-Case Studies : Analyze real-life case studies to understand how pharmacology applies to patient care and treatment.
-Drug Classification : Organize drugs by class (e.g., beta blockers, ACE inhibitors) to understand similarities and differences.
-Practice Questions : Use practice questions and quizzes to test your knowledge and identify areas for improvement.

These methods can help you develop a strong foundation in pharmacology.

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  • use mnemonics
  • make tables for comparison
  • related things clinically
  • revise regularly using flascards
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