Doctor of Medicine (MD) Pharmacology

Doctor of Medicine (MD) in Pharmacology is a 3-year postgraduate medical programme offered at Yenepoya Medical College, Mangalore. This specialization studies the properties of medicinal substances or drugs and their effects on the human body. The curriculum covers Basic Pharmacology, Molecular Pharmacology, Therapeutic Drug Monitoring, Pharmacodynamics, Pharmacokinetics, Drugs acting on Organ Systems, Chemotherapy, Immunomodulators, Pharmacometrics, and Drug Development. Students can further specialize in Reproductive, Neurological, Gastrointestinal, Respiratory, Dermatological, Ocular, and Autoimmune Pharmacology. The Department of Pharmacology facilitates students to assess the effectiveness of drugs, conduct clinical trials, and make appropriate decisions regarding drug use.