Pharmacology - Antiviral Drugs

This course on antiviral drugs aims to teach the replication cycle of selected viruses such as influenza, HIV, hepatitis B & C, and herpes virus, as well as the mechanism of action of drugs used in treating infections caused by these pathogens. The course covers a range of antiviral drugs including M2 ion channel inhibitors, neuraminidase inhibitors, entry inhibitors, reverse transcriptase inhibitors, integrase inhibitors, protease inhibitors, nucleoside/nucleotide analogues, NS3/4A protease inhibitors, NS5A inhibitors, NS5B polymerase inhibitors, PEGylated interferons, and ribavirin. The teaching method involves a lecture format with a duration of 15 minutes. This course is intended for individuals interested in pharmacology, healthcare professionals, medical students, and anyone seeking to understand antiviral medications and their applications.