Pharmacology of Pain Course
In this course we look at the pharmacology of pain control.
We start by defining the most important terms used in the course, then go on to discuss an important group of drugs
- the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs.
We consider the mechanisms of NSAIDs, their therapeutic uses & some of the side effects which can be associated with them. Next, we discuss the use of opioids: how they work, their pharmacological properties, their effects, their therapeutic use & the problems of tolerance, withdrawal & dependence.
Finally, we consider the use of some other drugs to relieve pain.