Pharmacologyis a science that deals with the interaction of drugs and biological systems.. It encompasses both basic and clinical sciences, ensuring a comprehensive approach to drug application in diagnosing and treating diseases. This requires detailed knowledge of how drugs function within the body, ensuring they are safe, non-toxic, and non-harmful to fetuses and infants, as well as effective in treating diseases. Key considerations include the duration drugs remain in the body, their absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion, adverse and unintended effects, and drug interactions. Mastery of these elements allows for the safe and effective use of medications in humans. The field of pharmacology not only imparts this knowledge to students in health-related disciplines such as medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, midwifery, anesthesia, nutrition, physiotherapy, laboratory sciences, and public health but also spearheads research to elucidate these factors for various drugs. This discipline forms the foundation for drug discovery and development, equipping healthcare professionals with the necessary expertise to prescribe and utilize medications within the healthcare system.
The Pharmacology Laboratory at our Faculty of Pharmacy stands as one of the most significant and active laboratories. Catering to the educational and research needs of students from various disciplines and academic levels, it employs the most appropriate teaching methods to deliver top-notch practical education. Currently, this laboratory supports practical courses for pharmacy and medical students, as well as theses and research projects across different academic levels, including pharmacy, medicine, and master's programs.
Toxicology, a branch of biomedical sciences, focuses on the detrimental effects and damage caused by chemicals, toxins, and drugs on living systems. It examines the pathways through which toxins enter the body and the subsequent changes in bodily functions and structures. The Toxicology Department, alongside its primary mission of providing comprehensive theoretical and practical education in general toxicology and offering solutions for managing poisonings, collaborates with other university sectors such as the Food and Drug Administration, healthcare administration, and the toxicology fellowship program.
Undoubtedly, education in this field is inseparable from research on chemical and drug-induced toxicities and the development of new treatment solutions for poisonings and diseases. Our commitment to excellence in teaching and research ensures that our graduates are well-prepared to contribute to the healthcare and biomedical sciences fields.
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Address: School of Pharmacy, Nazlou Campus, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, I.R.IRAN
