Pharmacology


The Department of Pharmacology is a branch of medical science that focuses on the study of drugs and their interactions with living organisms. It plays a crucial role in understanding how drugs affect the body, identifying potential therapeutic agents, and ensuring the safe and effective use of medications.

Objective

The students are provided with strong foundation of the basic principles of pharmacology including pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of drugs, drug-receptor interaction and the mechanism of drug actions. The department facilitates practical experience of pharmacological techniques and methods through laboratory experiments besides ethical and regulatory issues related to the use of pharmaceuticals.

The students are also familiarized with the major class of drugs used in clinical practice including their mechanism of action, therapeutic use.

Strength of Department

● Highly qualified and experienced faculty.
● Well-equipped laboratory.
● Use of innovative teaching methods and ICT tools in teaching.