Learning objectives

Learning objectives

By the end of this session you will be able to:

  • Explain how drugs are discovered
  • Explain the various stages of development (Preclinical, Phase I to Phase IV)
  • Explain the risks and costs involved in developing drugs

Prerequisites

Before commencing this session you should have:

  • Completed the related Prescribe session
    Principles of Clinical Pharmacology/Pharmacodynamics/ Pharmacodynamics I - Mechanisms of Drug Action
    Principles of Clinical Pharmacology/Therapeutic Drug Monitoring/Monitoring Drug Therapy