Pharmacy topics and knowledge in key areas including clinical pharmacy, pharmaceutical technology, pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical microbiology, pharmaceutics, and pharmacognosy.
The causative agent of viral diseases is the virus. Because of the rapid replication of the virus in living cells, the virus is a huge threat to humanity. That is why antiviral medications are important in the healthcare delivery system. Also, viruses are difficult to control as they have the ability to resist and evade … Read more
Antibiotics are antimicrobial substances or medicines used to stop bacterial infections, either by killing the bacteria or by inhibiting or slowing down the growth of the bacteria. They are substances produced by a microorganism (wholly or partly by chemical synthesis). We also known them as antibacterial agents, because they act specifically against bacteria. We should … Read more
There are three main levels of healthcare system in Nigeria, unlike in some advanced countries, that have four tiers of healthcare system, including quaternary healthcare. The structure or levels of healthcare system in Nigeria follow the structure of the government. The federal government handles the tertiary healthcare, the state handles the secondary healthcare, while the … Read more
In most health system, there are different levels of healthcare system. The structure which appears as pyramid shows the increasing levels of sophistication and specialisation as we move higher. In some countries, there are three tiers of healthcare: primary, secondary and tertiary. But in some developed countries, another tier called quaternary results in four levels … Read more
Different types of IV fluids (Intravenous fluids) or drip helps to restore the normal fluid volume or electrolyte balance in situations where oral therapy cannot be effective. Various IV fluids are required in different unique situations in clinical settings. About 60% of an adult and 80% of a neonate body contains water. This amount varies … Read more
As a prospective student looking for where to study pharmacy in South Africa, there are many options for you in South Africa. Pharmacists in South Africa have many career opportunities in various fields of endeavours. The minimum requirement to practice as a pharmacist in South Africa is the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Bpharm). Pharmacy degree is … Read more
South Africa is one of the best destinations to study pharmacy in Africa. A stable democracy in Africa, South Africa has enjoyed relative peace, economic growth and urbanization. Pharmacy degree is both theoretical and practical-oriented course, South Africa boosts one of the few world-class infrastructures and modern teaching equipments in Africa. After studying pharmacy in … Read more
One of the many questions patients ask prescribers and pharmacists is the difference between generic vs brand name drugs. It is good to note the differences and similarities between them, to help patients in making medication choices. However, there are certain conditions that can warrant the prescription of branded medicine or generic medicines, such as … Read more
The management of Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital, Sokoto, has invited all shortlisted candidates for the UDUTH internship interview as interns in various specialties. The official release by the hospital reads: I am directed to inform and invite the shortlisted candidates for the recruitment exercise to the post of interns (various specialties) that the exercise … Read more
Pharmacy courses in Ireland are completed on a minimum of a five-year program, as we explained in our a previous post. The new PSI-accredited Master degree (Level 9) involves practical placement of students throughout the five years of study, and is not restricted to final year. The placement is managed by APPEL (Affiliation for Pharmacy … Read more