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UQU Programs
Doctor of Pharmacy

Pharmaceutics II

PHD3313
5 hours English

Pharmaceutics II

Pharmaceutics II
PHD3208 Pharmaceutics I
5 hours One requisite
1 Introduction to topical and semisolid preparation
2 Topical semisolid preparation (Ointment)
3 Topical semisolid preparation (Creams)
4 Topical semisolid preparation (Lotions)
5 Topical semisolid preparation (Pastes)
6 Topical semisolid preparation (Foams and topical sprays)
7 Topical semisolid preparation (Gels and hydrogels)
8 Rectal and vaginal drug delivery systems
9 Transdermal drug delivery systems
10 Pulmonary drug delivery system
11 Introduction to pharmaceutical compounding and extemporaneous preparation
12 Pharmaceutical compounding of non-sterile preparation - USP chapter <795>
13 Criterial for good pharmaceutical product and stability consideration
14 Radiopharmaceuticals
15 Biological effects of radiation and radioactive decay
16 Introduction to sterile dosage forms and sterilizations process
17 Guidelines for compounding of sterile products USP chapter <797>
18 Parenteral formulations
19 Small-volume parenteral and large-volume parenteral
20 Parenteral formulations solvents, vehicles, and additives
21 Sterilization methods and validation tests in sterile product manufacturing
22 Sterile product packaging, inspection, labeling, and stability
23 Special considerations associated with parenteral therapy (chemotherapeutic)
24 Requirements for good manufacturing practices for sterile products
25 Ophthalmic drug delivery systems
26 Nasal drug delivery systems
27 Otic drug delivery systems
28 Novel drug delivery systems
29 Aseptic manipulation with sterile compounding supplies
30 Project discussion
31 Induction of topical and semisolid tools and equipment
32 Preparation of ointment dosage forms
33 Preparation of creams dosage forms
34 Formulating and preparing lotions dosage forms
35 Formulating and preparing pastes dosage forms
36 Formulating and preparing foams and topical sprays dosage forms
37 Preparation of gels and hydrogels dosage forms
38 Preparation of suppositories dosage form
39 Assessment of drug release from suppositories
40 Formulating and delivering therapeutic inhalation and devices
41 Transdermal topical preparations
42 Extemporaneous preparations – dosage form conversion
43 Physical incompatibility
44 Chemical incompatibility
45 Formulation preparation and characterization of radiopharmaceuticals
46 Rate of radioactive decay
47 Colligative properties of drugs
48 Preparation of isotonic solutions
49 Preparation of buffer solutions
50 Preparation and characterization of electrolyte solutions
51 Mixtures for children, intravenous infusions, parenteral admixtures
52 Parenteral nutrition
53 Aseptic techniques
54 Methods of preparations of chemotherapeutic agents
55 Methods of preparations of ophthalmic drug delivery systems
56 Methods of preparations of nasal drug delivery systems
57 Methods of preparations of otic drug delivery systems
58 Induction to GMP in the laboratory
59 Preparation of novel drug delivery systems
60 Project discussion
61 Application of topical and semisolid dosage forms
62 Compendial requirements for ointments
63 Manufacture and processing of creams
64 Regulatory requirements and testing for topical semisolid preparations
65 Pharmaceutical products and applications of lotions and pastes dosage forms
66 Pharmaceutical products and applications of foams and topical sprays
67 Pharmaceutical products and applications of gels and hydrogels dosage forms
68 Clean rooms classification systems
69 Applications of transdermal delivery patches
70 Quality control tests for pharmaceutical aerosols
71 Calculation of reducing and enlarging formula
72 Calculation of dilution and concentration
73 Calculation of alligation medial and alligation alternate
74 Applications of radiopharmaceuticals in diagnosis and treatment
75 Calculations of doses of radioactivity, half-life, and mean lifetime
76 Colligative properties of drugs
77 Introduction to manufacturing of sterile dosage forms
78 Isotonic solutions calculations
79 Calculations of buffer pH
80 Calculations of electrolyte solutions
81 Intravenous drug dose and flow rate calculations
82 Calculations of parenteral nutrition
83 Chemotherapeutic agents’ applications and guidelines
84 Industrial application and preparation of parenteral products
85 Ophthalmic drug delivery systems applications
86 Nasal drug delivery systems applications
87 Otic drug delivery systems applications
88 Induction to GMP in the laboratory
89 Novel manufacturing techniques
90 Implications of incompatibilities
1.1 Mapped to: K1

Compare and contrast patients' needs for selecting appropriate routes of administration

Teaching Strategy Lecturing. In-class discussion Problem-solving
Assessment Methods Written exams Case-study
1.2 Mapped to: K1

Explain why the drugs are incorporated into various pharmaceutical dosage forms and illustrate their benefits and drawbacks.

Teaching Strategy Lecturing. In-class discussion Problem-solving
Assessment Methods Written exams Case-study
1.3 Mapped to: K2

Demonstrate knowledge of principles related to semisolid dosage forms, including pharmaceutical compounding.

Teaching Strategy Lecturing. In-class discussion Problem-solving
Assessment Methods Written exams Case-study
1.4 Mapped to: K2

Determine physicochemical properties and instability features of different semisolid dosage forms.

Teaching Strategy Lecturing. In-class discussion Problem-solving
Assessment Methods Written exams Case-study
1.5 Mapped to: K3

Describe the guidelines for operation processes involved in producing different sterile products and sterilization techniques.

Teaching Strategy Lecturing. In-class discussion Problem-solving
Assessment Methods Written exams Case-study
2.1 Mapped to: S1

Apply the skills of formulating, characterizing, dispensing, and labeling to prepare various extemporaneous preparations.

Teaching Strategy Lecturing In-class discussion Lab sessions Case-study Problem-solving
Assessment Methods Written exams Lab exam Case-study
2.2 Mapped to: S2

Demonstrate the procedure of preparing various drug dosage forms and incorporate the preparation skills based on the patient's considerations.

Teaching Strategy Lecturing In-class discussion Lab sessions Case-study Problem-solving
Assessment Methods Written exams Lab exam Case-study
2.3 Mapped to: S2

Carry out numerical calculations needed to formulate various sterile pharmaceutical dosage forms

Teaching Strategy Lecturing In-class discussion Lab sessions Case-study Problem-solving
Assessment Methods Written exams Lab exam Case-study
2.4 Mapped to: S2

Evaluate materials and supplies of the laboratory and select appropriate ones for use in preparing a specific dose or formulation for a patient.

Teaching Strategy Lecturing In-class discussion Lab sessions Case-study Problem-solving
Assessment Methods Written exams Lab exam Case-study
3.1 Mapped to: V1

Practice mutual respect in offering or receiving instructions, suggestions, and troubleshooting during class sessions.

Teaching Strategy Case-study Problem-solving
Assessment Methods Lab exam
Assessment
Weight
Quiz
5%
Midterm exam 1
10%
Practical exam 1
10%
Midyear exam
25%
Midterm exam 2
10%
Project
5%
Practical exam 2
10%
Final written exam
25%
Total
100%