070112100 PHYSIOLOGY FOR PHARMACY STUDENTS I ( 2 Crd.Hrs )

Pre-Requisites : 070111240

In this course the prevalent theories of body function are studied, explained and discussed as a mandatory for understanding pharmacology and pathology taught in later years. In this course, systemic functions, integrative regulatory mechanisms responsible for maintenance of homeostasis in the normal human and the alterations which occur in these mechanisms leading to specific disease processes will be address. The course emphasizes on the mechanisms of communication between body systems and the importance of these mechanisms in maintaining homeostasis and correct functioning of other body systems. The course tackles physiological topics such as: Introduction to physiology, molecular transport through plasma membranes, excitability of plasma membrane, nerve and muscle physiology, autonomic nervous system, body fluids and blood physiology, physiology of cardiovascular system and the physiology of the respiratory system.