| Course Name | Principles of Quality Use of Medicines |
| Course Code | MPP201T |
| Program | M.Pharm Pharmacy Practice |
| Semester | 2 |
| Credits | 3 |
| Campus | Kochi |
Definition and Principles of QUM (1 Hr)
Key partners and responsibilities of the partners (1 Hr)
Building blocks in QMC (1 Hr) Evaluation process in QMC(1 Hr) Communication in QUM (1 Hr) Cost effective prescribing. (1 Hr)
Concepts in QUM
Evidence based medicine: Definition, concept of evidence based medicine (1Hr) Approach and practice of evidence based medicine in clinical settings. (1Hr) Essential drugs: Definition, need, concept of essential drug(1Hr)
National essential drug policy and list (1Hr)
WHO criteria for the selection of Essential drugs and advantages of Essential drug list. ( 2 Hrs )
Maintenance of health records quality in general practice ( 2 Hrs)
QUM in critical care Quality use of medicine indicators ( 2 Hrs)
Currently added drugs to WHO essential drug list and essential drug list children
Hospital settings, Ambulatory care/Residential care (1Hr) Role of health care professionals in promoting the QUM(1Hr) Strategies to promote the QUM(1Hr)
Impact of QUM on E-health(1Hr)
Integrative medicine and multidisciplinary care. (1Hr)
QUM in special population: Pediatric prescribing, Geriatric prescribing (2Hr)
Prescribing in pregnancy and lactation(1Hr)
Prescribing in immune-compromised and organ failure patients. (1Hr)
Prereading Materials
OTC sales, Rational use of common Over the counter medications
Regulation including scheduling (2 Hrs) Regulation of complementary medicines (2Hrs) Regulation of OTC medicines (1Hrs) Professional responsibility of Pharmacist(1Hr)
Role of industry in QUM in medicine development (2 Hrs) Additional reading Topics
Role of regulatory agencies in ensuring the postmarketing surveillance of medications
Overview of National and international regulations governing Pharmaceuticals
Prereading Materials
Pharmacovigilance:
Basic concept of pharmacovigilance, Types, predisposing factors and mechanism of adverse drug reactions (ADRs), Detection, reporting and monitoring of ADRs Management of ADRs, Professional responsibility of Pharmacist
Causality assessment of ADRs (2Hrs)
Standardised MedDRA queries(1Hr)
Establishing pharmacovigilance centres in Hospitals and industry(2Hrs) Various Pharmacovigilance safety data base – Vigiflow, Aris G, Argus. (1Hr) Yellow card and Blue card scheme in Pharmacovigilance(1Hr)
Green forms, IRD & CRD in Pharmacovigilance(1Hr)
Recent recalled medical devices from India as per materiovigilance Latest drug safety alerts issued by IPC / CDSCO
Recent advancements in vaccine safety surveillance
This course in “Quality Use of Medicines” is meticulously designed to impart essential knowledge and skills vital for practicing safe and effective medication management across diverse healthcare settings. Emphasizing an evidence-based medicine approach, it equips students with the ability to identify and address various types of medication errors while promoting medication safety. The primary aim is to cultivate a comprehensive understanding of principles and practices ensuring the safe, effective, and appropriate use of pharmaceuticals in patient care.
Through critical evaluation of quality, efficacy, and safety of medicines, students learn to make evidence-based decisions in clinical settings.
Furthermore, the subject fosters awareness of the social, economic, and ethical considerations surrounding medication use, promoting responsible and patient-centered pharmaceutical care. It develops competencies in rational drug use and effective communication with healthcare professionals and patients. Applying the principles of Quality Use of Medicines it ensures that medications are used safely, effectively, and appropriately in critical care settings. It Investigates the regulatory frameworks governing scheduling, complementary, and over-the-counter (OTC) medicines to ensure compliance with legal standards and safe medication practices.
Ultimately, graduates are equipped to actively contribute to healthcare teams, advocating for judicious medication use to enhance patient well-being and healthcare system efficiency.
Upon successful completion of this course ,students shall be able to ;
K1: Explain the principles of quality use of medicines
K2: Outline the benefits and risks associated with use of medicines
K3: Discuss the regulatory aspects of quality use of medicines
K4: Differentiate various adverse drug reactions
K5: Describe the quality use of medicines in special population
K6 Analyze the potential causes of medication errors and their impact on patient safety
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S1: Detect and resolve drug-related problems
S2: Practice medication error reporting
S3: Recommend the quality use of medicines
S4: Formulate a comprehensive patient care plan that integrates the latest evidence-based guidelines, clinical expertise, and patient preferences.
S5: Assess the appropriateness of prescribed medications in various clinical scenarios
S6: Evaluate the Vaccine safety surveillance
A1: Support the regulatory aspects of quality use of medicine
A2: Participate in Pharmacovigilance awareness program in India
A3: Communicate effectively with patients and other healthcare professionals
A4: Follow the patients till completion of the treatment
A5: Determine the role of Pharmacist in connection between prescribers and patients
A6: Participate in all health care initiatives
https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/3B48796D9E2DDD8ACA2 57BF00021DDB8/$File/National-Strategy-for-Quality-Use-of-Medicines.pdf
https://linkspringer.com.Drug Safety
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