Advance your skills and keep up to date with all the latest developments in pharmacological approaches in this particular area of use”

This specialization will lead the student to the most complete learning of the main pharmacological properties of the groups of drugs capable of modifying body functions that interfere with their autonomic regulation. For this purpose, the main pharmacological properties, mechanisms of action, pharmacokinetics, and therapeutic and toxic effects of the groups of drugs that act on the central nervous system and other systems of the animal organism are determined in this training.

Due to their complexity, the mechanisms by which various drugs act on the Central Nervous System are not always well understood. These drugs with effects on the Central Nervous System act on specific receptors that regulate synaptic transmission.

This postgraduate diploma examines the main pharmacological properties (mechanism of action, pharmacokinetics, and therapeutic and toxic effects) of groups of drugs that act on the cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and blood systems.  Classifies the different drugs that act at the vascular level, such as coagulation modifiers, and cardiac drugs. It examines the different drugs that act as respiratory stimulants, bronchodilators, expectorants and antitussives. It also deals with the pharmacology of the digestive system, both at the level of secretion and motility, laxative and antidiarrheal drugs, as well as pharmacology of vomiting.  Finally, it establishes the drugs used for the treatment of a wide variety of neurological and psychiatric diseases, analgesics, among other symptoms; and offers specialized knowledge on the different drugs that act on the motility of the stomach and its secretions, as well as drugs that act on the gastric pH, on the intestinal tract and on the motility of the rumen-reticulum.

The program includes practical activities to facilitate students’ acquisition and mastery of the theory learned, supporting and complementing the knowledge acquired in the theoretical teaching. The contents are presented to the professional in an attractive and dynamic way in multimedia packages that include videos, images and diagrams in order to reinforce knowledge.

Thanks to its innovative teaching methodology, it allows the student to follow its contents in a totally flexible and personalized way, with great availability on the part of the teachers for consultations, doubts or tutorials. 

Improving your skills in a sector with a high demand for professionals will boost both your professional and personal career” 

This postgraduate diploma in Systemic Veterinary Pharmacology contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features of the program include:  

• Practical cases presented by experts in Veterinary Pharmacology
• The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice 
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments  
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Succeed with the best and acquire the knowledge and skills you need to embark on the veterinary pharmacology industry"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.  

Get up to date on the use of systemic drugs in the veterinary field for the prevention and treatment of diseases affecting animal health"

Specialize in Systemic Veterinary Pharmacology through a revolutionary training for its teaching and content quality, and its intensive and flexible approach at the same time.

The program design of this program will allow the student to acquire the necessary competencies to update in the profession after studying in depth the key aspects of Veterinary Pharmacology. Its objective is to provide the student with the required competencies in relation to preclinical or clinical research of drugs used in veterinary medicine, and their application in the therapeutic use of drugs so that he/she can better incorporate into the professional field. The knowledge acquired in the development of the points of the syllabus will drive the professional from a global perspective, with full capacity to achieve the proposed goals. 

A complete program that will lead you to the exhaustive training necessary to intervene as a specialist in the theoretical and practical aspects of Systemic Veterinary Pharmacology"

General Objectives

• Differentiate the Autonomous Nervous System and its organization
• Identify the groups of drugs that act on the autonomic nervous system
• Recognize the mechanisms of action and therapeutic uses of this group of drugs  
• Examine the main pharmacological properties of the groups of drugs acting on the central nervous system
• Identify the different pharmacological targets involved in CNS transmissio
• Recognize the mechanisms of action, therapeutic and toxic uses of this group of drugs
• Examine the pharmacological basis of cardiorespiratory system therapy and homeostasis 
• Identify the main therapeutic groups and their indications
• Determine the mechanisms of action of different drug groups, properties and pharmacokinetics
• Develop the student's critical and analytical skills through the resolution of clinical cases
• Determine the pharmacological basis of digestive tract therapy
• Identify the main therapeutic groups and their indications in veterinary medicine
• Examine different drug groups' mechanisms of action, properties and pharmacokinetics
• Develop the student's critical and analytical skills through the resolution of clinical cases

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Pharmacology of the Autonomous Nervous System 

• Establish the classification of drugs according to their structure, mechanism of action and pharmacological action acting on the Autonomous Nervous System
• Distinguish the chemical mediators and receptors that interact in the Autonomous Nervous System 
• Determine the classification of drugs by their mechanism of action and pharmacological action acting on the Autonomous Nervous System    
• Analyze the drugs that act at the level of cholinergic transmission in the Autonomous Nervous System by their structure, mechanism of action and route of administration  
• Examine drugs acting at the level of adrenergic transmission in the autonomic nervous system by their structure, mechanism of action and route of administration
• Determine the general effects of neuromuscular blocking agents on the peripheral nervous system by their mechanism of action and pharmacological action
• Solve problems and interpret results of pharmacological experiments associated with the organ bath technique 
• Acquire the ability to search for and manage information related to the Autonomous Nervous System

Module 2. Pharmacology of the Central Nervous System 

• Establish the classification of drugs according to their structure, mechanism of action and pharmacological action acting on the Central Nervous System 
• Always act with the objective of facilitating good health and quality of life for the animals, avoiding unnecessary suffering through the administration of different drugs 
• Distinguish the chemical mediators and receptors that interact in pain  
• Differentiate the classification of analgesic drugs by their mechanism of action and pharmacological action acting on the Central Nervous System    
• Analyze the drugs that act at the level of anesthesia and sedation in the Central Nervous System by their structure, mechanism of action and route of administration  
• Determine the general effects of stimulant drugs on the Central Nervous System and recognize their mechanism of action and pharmacological action  
• Determine the general effects of depressant drugs on the Central Nervous System and recognize their mechanism of action and pharmacological action

Module 3. Pharmacology of the Cardiovascular, Renal and Respiratory system. Hemostasis

• Describe the mechanisms of action of drugs used to treat heart failure, hypertension or arrhythmias
• Examine antianemic drugs and growth factors, as well as mechanisms of action, adverse reactions and pharmacokinetics 
• Determine the main routes of administration of drugs used in the cardiorespiratory system and homeostasis 
• Present the drugs used against cough, mucolytics and expectorants and their mechanisms of action, adverse reactions, pharmacokinetics and side effects   
• Solve problems and clinical cases related to the cardiorespiratory system  
• Associate the correct drug to the main symptoms and pathologies of the cardiorespiratory system
• Safe and effective use of pharmaceuticals 

Module 4. Pharmacology of the Digestive System 

• Identify the most common routes of administration of each of the drugs and the forms of presentation of the same in veterinary medicine  
• Examine drugs related to acid secretion: antisecretory, antacids and mucosal protectants, as well as their adverse effects, contraindications and pharmacokinetics 
• Present drugs to improve gastrointestinal motility, their mechanisms of action, drug interactions and adverse reactions  
• Describe the drugs used to treat vomiting  
• Determine the pharmacology of the hepatobiliary and pancreatic systems, their mechanisms of action, interactions and pharmacokinetics  
• Solve problems and clinical cases related to the digestive system  
• Associate the correct drug to the main symptoms and pathologies of the digestive tract
  
  

Une expérience de formation unique, clé et décisive pour booster votre développement professionnel"