ALTH-110-02-F16

Syllabus: This course provides an overview of the significance of over-the-counter (OTC) and herbal drug therapy in our society. The role of the pharmacy technician in selling and providing information about OTC and herbal therapy will be reviewed. Therapeutic drug classifications, indications, dosage forms, major ingredients, common side effects, and significant drug interactions will be covered for OTC drugs. For herbal medications, students will learn to associate the names of herbal medications with common uses, recognize potential adverse effects, and be aware of potential drug interactions between herbs and conventional medication. Federal regulation of OTC and herbal medications will be reviewed. Lecture: 2 hours per week
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Date:
2017-06-13
Primary Material Type:
Syllabus
Institution:
North Idaho College
Project Name:
Idaho Center of Excellence Healthcare Partnership
Funding Source:
TAACCCT Round 4
Subjects:
Pharmacy Technology, Herbal Drugs

Industry / Occupation

Industry Partner:
N/A
Industry Sector:
Health Care and Social Assistance (62)
Occupation:
Healthcare Support Occupations -- Nursing Aides, Orderlies, and Attendants (31-1012)

Education / Instructional Information

Instructional Program:
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (51)
Credit Type:
  • Credit
Credential Type:
  • Certificate
Educational Level of Materials:
  • 1st year Community College or equivalent
Time Required:
One Semester
Language:
en_US
Interactivity Type:
Active - requires user to respond to prompts, questions, etc.
Quality Rubric:
QM
Quality Note:
The quality review of this course and related materials was performed by the North Idaho College Office of eLearning and individuals holding a certificate of completion of Independent Applying the QM Rubric (APPQMR).
Quality of Subject Matter was assured by:
  • Using an approved rubric to conduct the evaluation of the instructional materials and providing a report
Quality of Online/Hybrid Course Design assured by:
  • Quality Matters
Course Note:
Over the Counter Herbal Medications

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