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8 months agoContributor-Level 10
Pharmacognosy is the study of medicinal drugs from a natural source, whether from plants, animals, or minerals. Most studies will focus on the identification, extraction, and standardization of natural bioactive substances from nature.
Pharmacology, on the other hand, describes how drugs interact with the human body, their mechanism of action, their effects, and side effects. Pharmacognosy sees where the drug is found, while Pharmacology sees how the drug interacts.
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Yes, BPT students study all elements of basic pharmacology, and surgery-related subjects so they are better informed about patient conditions.
Although Physiotherapy students do not perform surgeries, the BPT course provides General & Orthopedic surgery, Pharmacology, and Pathology to help the students make the physiological connection between physiotherapy treatments and medical diagnoses. This correlation allows students to design proper rehabilitation plans along with treatment plans to be aware of the nature and intensity of the rehabilitation needs post-operatively.
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The exams necessary for studying pharmacology abroad differ from one country to the other and/or from one university to another. In the US, SAT or ACT is needed for undergraduate programs, and GRE for graduate programs in such degrees as MS or PhD in Pharmacology.
Besides, TOEFL or IELTS is also required to prove English language proficiency. In the UK entry prerequisites for undergraduate degrees include A-levels or equivalent (i.e., CBSE 12th with 75+), surely valid for entrance; IELTS of 6.5-7.0 is a requirement. The GRE is sometimes a requirement for graduate programs in certain universities. Canada sees SAT and IELTS/TOEFL as requi
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Bachelor degree in life sciences
Advanced degree (RN, Rph, PhrmaD, or equivalent)
Minimum 2 year experience in pharmacovigilance or related field
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Ethical considerations in Pharmacovigilance ensure patient safety, transparency, and responsible reporting of adverse drug reactions. Professionals must maintain integrity and adhere to regulatory guidelines.
Patient Confidentiality – Protecting personal health information in safety reports.
Accurate Reporting – Avoiding data manipulation or suppression of adverse drug reactions.
Conflict of Interest – Ensuring unbiased reporting free from pharmaceutical company influence.
Informed Consent – Respecting patients' rights in clinical trials and post-marketing surveillance.
Public Safety Prioritization – Balancing business interests w
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