Pharmacology projects

BSN-3 (PHA3021)
1. Design a brochure on Chemotherapy highlighting: Tetracyclines, Chloramphenicol
and Macrolides. Discussion should be based on:
i) The structure and mechanism of action of the drugs
ii) Antibacterial spectrum
iii) Pharmacokinetic properties: absorption, distribution and metabolism.
iv) Clinical uses; Adverse reactions and Preparations
OR
2. Design a brochure on Drugs used in:
(a) Acquired Immunodeficiency syndrome: Zidovudine.
(b) Antiviral drugs: Acyclovir.
(c) Antiprotozoal drug: Metronidazole. Discussion should be based on:
i) The structure and mechanism of action of the drugs
ii) Antibacterial spectrum
iii) Pharmacokinetic properties: absorption, metabolism and excretion.
iv) Clinical uses; Adverse reactions and Preparations
Mark allotment (25 marks)
Presentation : 5 marks
Structure and mechanism: 6 marks
Pharmacokinetic properties: 6 marks
Clinical uses; Adverse reactions and Preparations: 6 marks
References (APA format): 2 marks
Due Date: November 19, 2014.