Pharmacology of Substance Use Disorders (10 Contact Hours)
- 1 Section
- 12 Lessons
- 2 Quizzes
Course Content
- Course Overview & Introduction
- Module 1: Foundations of Pharmacokinetics and the ADME Process
- Module 2: Pharmacodynamics and Receptor Binding Mechanisms
- Module 3: Hepatic Metabolism and the CYP450 Enzyme System
- Module 4: Neuroadaptation, Tolerance, and the Withdrawal Process
- Module 5: Pharmacology of Central Nervous System Depressants
- Module 6: Pharmacology of Central Nervous System Stimulants
- Module 7: The Opioidergic System and Narcotic Intoxication
- Module 8: Cannabinoids, Hallucinogens, and Dissociative Anesthetics
- Module 9: Synergistic Effects and Dangerous Drug Interactions
- Module 10: Recognizing Overdose and Medical Emergency Protocols
- References
- Post Test
- Program Evaluation
This 10-hour continuing education program delivers an intensive examination of major drug classifications and their specific biological mechanisms for addiction professionals. Practitioners acquire essential knowledge regarding pharmacokinetics, the ADME process, hepatic metabolism, receptor binding, neuroadaptation, and the clinical management of intoxication and withdrawal across depressants, stimulants, opioids, cannabinoids, and hallucinogens. The final module equips professionals to recognize overdose and execute mandated emergency protocols.
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