All the advances in pharmacology and their application in the field of chemotherapy in animals, in a Postgraduate certificate with a high level of competence”

Antineoplastic pharmacology studies drugs that act on neoplastic cells that may occur in animals. Pharmacology intervenes by trying to eliminate them in their entirety, affecting the patient's normal cells as little as possible. This Postgraduate certificate offers you all the advances in this field, in a high-quality program that offers the most advanced resources in online learning, to guarantee the student an effective, real and practical learning that boosts their competencies to the highest level in this field. 

The content of each topic provides the student with comprehensive education in the theoretical and practical aspects of Veterinary Pharmacology. The practical cases that are presented make the program unique by applying different simulated situations that will allow the student to develop skills for their performance in a real clinical environment.  

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. 

This Postgraduate certificate will bring you up to date on all of them and the new forms and protocols of action. 

A Postgraduate certificate created to examine and explain the main pharmacological properties of antineoplastic drug groups”

This Postgraduate certificate in Update on Veterinary Chemotherapy contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• Practical cases presented by experts in Veterinary Pharmacology
• The graphic, schematic, and 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

A revolutionary program for its ability to reconcile the highest quality of learning with the most complete online specialization”

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the field who contribute their work experience to this educational 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 education programmed to learn 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 students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts. 

A great opportunity for the veterinary medicine professional to advance their skills and catch up on all the latest developments in pharmacological approaches"

Learn in an efficient way, with a real qualification objective, with this unique Postgraduate certificate for its quality and price, in the online teaching market"

This Postgraduate certificate provides all the necessary knowledge to be able to practice Pharmacology in Veterinary Medicine, in the best possible way. 
It is important to take into account that the contents allow the student to obtain specialized knowledge of pharmacology, as well as the ability to deal with different solutions for veterinary pathologies. A complete and accessible journey that will make a difference in your career progression. 

A complete scientific program that will take you to the exhaustive knowledge necessary to intervene as a specialist in the theoretical and practical aspects of Veterinary Pharmacology”

Module 1. Antiseptics and Chemotherapeutics I 

1.1. Introduction. Definition of Antiseptic and Chemotherapeutic. Antiseptics

1.1.1. Introduction
1.1.2. Antiseptic and Disinfectant Concept
1.1.3. Factors Affecting the Potency of Antiseptics and Disinfectants
1.1.4. Characteristics of an Ideal Antiseptic and Disinfectant
1.1.5. Classification of Disinfectants and Antiseptics
1.1.6. Main Antiseptics and Disinfectants for Clinical Use

1.1.6.1. Alcohol
1.1.6.2. Biguanides
1.1.6.3. Halogenated Products
1.1.6.4. Peroxygens
1.1.6.5. Other Antiseptics

1.2. Introduction to Antimicrobial Therapy. Types of Antibiotics. Rational Use

1.2.1. Introduction
1.2.2. Historical Review of Antimicrobial Therapy
1.2.3. Side Effects
1.2.4. Principles of Antibiotherapy
1.2.5. Resistance: Types and Mechanisms of Occurrence
1.2.6. Waiting Times
1.2.7. Requirements for an Antimicrobial
1.2.8. Classification of Antimicrobials

1.2.8.1. According to its Spectrum
1.2.8.2. According to its Effect
1.2.8.3. According to its Mechanism of Action
1.2.8.4. According to its Chemical Group
1.2.8.5. Depending on the Microorganism Affected

1.2.9. Criteria to be Followed in the Selection of a Drug

1.3. Antimicrobials that Act Against the Bacterial Wall. Antibiotics that Inhibit Protein Synthesis

1.3.1. Antibiotics Acting Against the Bacterial Wall

1.3.1.1. General Aspects
1.3.1.2. Beta-Lactamics (b-lactamics)

1.3.1.2.1. Penicillins
1.3.1.2.2. Cephalosporins
1.3.1.2.3. Vancomycin and Bacitracin

1.3.2. Antibiotics that Inhibit Protein Synthesis

1.3.2.1. Aminoglycosides
1.3.2.2. Tetracyclines
1.3.2.3. Chloramphenicol and Derivatives
1.3.2.4. Macrolides and Lincosamides

1.3.3. β-Lactamase Inhibitors

1.4. Antibiotics that Act on the Synthesis of Nucleic Acids. Antibiotics Acting on the Bacterial Membrane

1.4.1. Fluroquinolones
1.4.2. Nitrofurans
1.4.3. Nitroimidazoes
1.4.4. Sulfamides
1.4.5. Polymyxins and Thyrotricins

1.5. Antifungal

1.5.1. General Description of the Mycotic Structure
1.5.2. Classification of Antifungal Agents by Chemical Structure
1.5.3. Systemic Antifungals
1.5.4. Topical Antifungals

1.6. Antivirals

1.6.1. Objective of Antiviral Chemotherapy
1.6.2. Groups of Antivirals According to their Origin, Chemistry, Pharmacological Action, Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics, Posology, Therapeutic Uses, Adverse Reactions, Contraindications, Interactions and Pharmaceutical Forms

1.6.2.1. Inhibitors of RNA and DNA Synthesis
1.6.2.2. Purine Analogs
1.6.2.3. Pyrimidine Analogs
1.6.2.4. Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors
1.6.2.5. Interferons.

1.7. Antiparasitics II

1.7.1. Introduction to Antiparasitic Therapy
1.7.2. Importance of Antiparasitic Drugs in Veterinary Medicine
1.7.3. General Concepts: Antinematodic, Anticestodic, Antitrematodic, Antiprotozoal, Ectoparasiticide and Endectocide.

1.8. Antiparasitics for Internal or Endoparasitic Use

1.8.1. Antinematodes
1.8.2. Antistatics
1.8.3. Antitrematodic
1.8.4. Antiprotozoals

1.9. Antiparasitics for External or Ectoparasitic Use

1.9.1. Introduction to External Parasites
1.9.2. Antiparasitics II

1.10. Antiparasitics for Internal and External Use or Endectocides

1.10.1. Introduction
1.10.2. Macrocyclic Lactones
1.10.3. Main Combinations of Endectocide Use

Module 2. Chemotherapy II: Antineoplastic Drugs 

2.1. Introduction to Antineoplastic Therapy

2.1.1. Cancer in Veterinary Medicine: Pathophysiology and Etiology of Cancer
2.1.2. Antineoplastic Treatment Approach: Drug Posology
2.1.3. Administration of Chemotherapy Drugs

2.1.3.1. Care in the Application of Chemotherapeutic Agents
2.1.3.2. Standards and Instructions for Chemotherapy Application: Preparation During Preparation/Administration of Cytotoxic Drugs

2.2. Palliative Antineoplastic Pharmacology. Introduction to Special Antineoplastic Pharmacology

2.2.1. Introduction to Palliative Antineoplastic Pharmacology: Oncologic Pain Control/Assessment. Pharmacological Principles for Palliative Pain Management. Nutritional Management of the Oncology Patient
2.2.2. Non-Steroidal Analgesics
2.2.3. Opioids
2.2.4. Others: nmda Antagonists, Bisphosphonates, Tricyclic Antidepressants, Anticonvulsants, Nutraceuticals, Cannabidiol
2.2.5. Introduction to Special Antineoplastic Pharmacology. Main Antineoplastic Drug Families

2.3. Family I: Alkylating Agents

2.3.1. Introduction
2.3.2. Nitrogen Mustards: Cyclophosphamide, Chlorambucil and Melphalan
2.3.3. Nitrosoureas: Lomustine/Procarbazine
2.3.4. Others: Hydroxyurea
2.3.5. Main Uses in Veterinary Medicine

2.4. Family II: Antimetabolites

2.4.1. Introduction
2.4.2. Folic Acid Analogs (antifolates): Methotrexate
2.4.3. Purine Analogues: Azathioprine
2.4.4. Pyrimidine Analogues: Cytosine Arabinoside, Gentabicin, 5-Fluorouracil
2.4.5. Main Uses in Veterinary Medicine

2.5. Family III: Antibiotics

2.5.1. Introduction
2.5.2. Anthracycline-Derived Antibiotics (doxorubicin/other anthracyclines) and Non-Anthracycline-Derived Antibiotics (actinomycin-d, mitoxantrone, bleomycin)
2.5.3. Main Uses in Veterinary Medicine

2.6. Family IV: Antineoplastics of Plant Origin

2.6.1. Introduction
2.6.2. Alkaloids: History/Antitumor Activity. Vinca Alkaloids
2.6.3. Epipododiphyllotoxin-Derived Ligands
2.6.4. Camptothecin Alkaloid Analogs
2.6.5. Main Uses in Veterinary Medicine

2.7. Family V: Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors

2.7.1. Introduction
2.7.2. Protein Kinases: Non-Receptor Tyrosine Kinase Proteins (NRTK; Receptor Tyrosine Kinase RTK)
2.7.3. Toceranib
2.7.4. Masitinib
2.7.5. Main Uses in Veterinary Medicine

2.8. Platinum Derivatives

2.8.1. Introduction
2.8.2. Carboplatin
2.8.3. Cisplatin
2.8.4. Main Uses in Veterinary Medicine

2.9. Miscellaneous. Monoclonal Antibodies. Nanotherapy. L-asparaginase

2.9.1. Introduction 
2.9.2. L-asparaginase
2.9.3. Monoclonal Antibodies
2.9.4. Tigylanol Toglate (stelfonta)
2.9.5. Immunotherapy
2.9.6. Metronomic Therapy

2.10. Toxicity of Antineoplastic Drugs

2.10.1. Introduction
2.10.2. Hematological Toxicity
2.10.3. Gastrointestinal Toxicity
2.10.4. Cardiotoxicity
2.10.5. Urinary Toxicity
2.10.6. Specific Toxicities: Hepatic, Neurological, Cutaneous, Hypersensitivity, Breed/Species Associated.
2.10.7. Pharmacological Interventions

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