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PHARMACOLOGY (CODE: PH)

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
PH1.12
Calculate the dosage of drugs using appropriate formulae for an
K/S
SH
Y
Lecture, practical
Written/ Viva voce
Pediatrics, General
individual patient, including children, elderly and patient with renal
Medicine
dysfunction.
PH1.13
Describe mechanism of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small Group
Written/ Viva voce
indications and contraindications of adrenergic and anti-adrenergic
discussion
drugs
PH1.14
Describe mechanism of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small Group
Written/ Viva voce
indications and contraindications of cholinergic and anticholinergic
discussion
drugs
PH1.15
Describe mechanism/s of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
Anesthesiology,
indications and contraindications of skeletal muscle relaxants
Physiology
PH1.16
Describe mechanism/s of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
General Medicine
indications and contraindications of the drugs which act by
modulating autacoids, including: anti-histaminics, 5-HT modulating
drugs, NSAIDs, drugs for gout, anti-rheumatic drugs, drugs for
migraine
PH1.17
Describe the mechanism/s of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
Anesthesiology
indications and contraindications of local anesthetics
PH1.18
Describe the mechanism/s of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
Anesthesiology
indications and contraindications of general anaesthetics, and pre-
anesthetic medications
PH1.19
Describe the mechanism/s of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
Psychiatry,
indications and contraindications of the drugs which act on CNS,
Physiology
(including anxiolytics, sedatives & hypnotics, anti-psychotic, anti-
depressant drugs, anti-maniacs, opioid agonists and antagonists,
drugs used for neurodegenerative disorders, anti-epileptics drugs)
PH1.20
Describe the effects of acute and chronic ethanol intake
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Psychiatry
discussion
137

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
PH1.21
Describe the symptoms and management of methanol and ethanol
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
General Medicine
poisonings
discussion
PH1.22
Describe drugs of abuse (dependence, addiction, stimulants,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Psychiatry
Forensic Medicine
depressants, psychedelics, drugs used for criminal offences)
discussion
PH1.23
Describe the process and mechanism of drug deaddiction
K/S
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Psychiatry
discussion
PH1.24
Describe the mechanism/s of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
indications and contraindications of the drugs affecting renal
systems including diuretics, antidiuretics- vasopressin and
analogues
PH1.25
Describe the mechanism/s of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
Physiology,
indications and contraindications of the drugs acting on blood, like
General Medicine
anticoagulants, antiplatelets, fibrinolytics, plasma expanders
PH1.26
Describe mechanisms of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
Physiology,
indications and contraindications of the drugs modulating the renin-
General Medicine
angiotensin and aldosterone system
PH1.27
Describe the mechanisms of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
General Medicine
indications and contraindications of antihypertensive drugs and
drugs used in shock
PH1.28
Describe the mechanisms of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
General Medicine
indications and contraindications of the drugs used in
ischemic heart disease (stable, unstable angina and myocardial
infarction), peripheral vascular disease
PH1.29
Describe the mechanisms of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
General Medicine
indications and contraindications of the drugs used in
congestive heart failure
PH1.30
Describe the mechanisms of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
N
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
General Medicine
indications and contraindications of the antiarrhythmics
138

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
PH1.31
Describe the mechanisms of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
General Medicine
indications and contraindications of the drugs used in the
discussion
management of dyslipidemias
PH1.32
Describe the mechanism/s of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small Group
Written/ Viva voce
Respiratory Medicine
indications and contraindications of drugs used in bronchial asthma
discussion
and COPD
PH1.33
Describe the mechanism of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small Group
Written/ Viva voce
Respiratory Medicine
indications and contraindications of the drugs used in cough
discussion
(antitussives, expectorants/ mucolytics)
PH1.34
Describe the mechanism/s of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small Group
Written/ Viva voce
General Medicine
indications and contraindications of the drugs used as below:
discussion
1. Acid-peptic disease and GERD
2. Antiemetics and prokinetics
3. Antidiarrhoeals
4 .Laxatives
5. Inflammatory Bowel Disease
6. Irritable Bowel Disorders, biliary and pancreatic diseases
PH1.35
Describe the mechanism/s of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
General Medicine,
Pharmacology
indications and contraindications of drugs used in hematological
Physiology
disorders like:
1.Drugs used in anemias
2.Colony Stimulating factors
PH1.36
Describe the mechanism of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
General Medicine
indications and contraindications of drugs used in endocrine
disorders (diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders and osteoporosis)
PH1.37
Describe the mechanisms of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
indications and contraindications of the drugs used as sex
hormones, their analogues and anterior Pituitary hormones
PH1.38
Describe the mechanism of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
indications and contraindications of corticosteroids
139

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
PH1.39
Describe mechanism of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
Obstetrics &
indications and contraindications the drugs used for contraception
Gynaecology
PH1.40
Describe mechanism of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
Obstetrics &
indications and contraindications of 1. Drugs used in the treatment
Gynaecology
of infertility, and 2. Drugs used in erectile dysfunction
PH1.41
Describe the mechanisms of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
Obstetrics &
indications and contraindications of uterine relaxants and
Gynaecology
stimulants
PH1.42
Describe general principles of chemotherapy
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
PH1.43
Describe and discuss the rational use of antimicrobials including
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
General Medicine,
Microbiology
antibiotic stewardship program
Pediatrics
PH1.44
Describe the first line antitubercular dugs, their mechanisms of
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
Respiratory Medicine
action, side effects and doses.
PH1.45
Describe the dugs used in MDR and XDR Tuberculosis
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
Respiratory Medicine Microbiology
PH1.46
Describe the mechanisms of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
Dermatology,
Microbiology
indications and contraindications of antileprotic drugs
Venereology &
Leprosy
PH1.47
Describe the mechanisms of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
General Medicine
Microbiology
indications and contraindications of the drugs used in malaria,
KALA-AZAR, amebiasis and intestinal helminthiasis
PH1.48
Describe the mechanisms of action, types, doses, side effects,
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/Viva voce
Microbiology
indications and contraindications of the drugs used in UTI/ STD
and viral diseases including HIV
PH1.49
Describe mechanism of action, classes, side effects, indications
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/Viva voce
and contraindications of anticancer drugs
140

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
PH3.5
To prepare and explain a list of P-drugs for a given case/condition
S
P
Y
Skill station
Maintenance of log book
3
General Medicine
PH3.6
Demonstrate how to optimize interaction with pharmaceutical
S
SH
N
Skill station
maintenance of log book
representative to get authentic information on drugs
PH3.7
Prepare a list of essential medicines for a healthcare facility
S
SH
Y
Skill station
Maintenance of log book
PH3.8
Communicate effectively with a patient on the proper use of
C/A
SH
Y
Skill Lab
Skill station
prescribed medication
SKILLS: Topic: Experimental Pharmacology Number of competencies: (02) Number of procedures that require certification :(NIL)
PH4.1
Administer drugs through various routes in a simulated
S
SH
Y
DOAP sessions
Skills assessment
environment using mannequins
PH4.2
Demonstrate the effects of drugs on blood pressure (vasopressor
S
SH
Y
Skill lab
Skill station
and vaso-depressors with appropriate blockers) using computer
aided learning
Communication Topic: Pharmacology Number of competencies: (07) Number of procedures that require certification : (NIL)
PH5.1
Communicate with the patient with empathy and ethics on all
A/C
SH
Y
Small group discussion skill station
General Medicine
aspects of drug use
PH5.2
Communicate with the patient regarding optimal use of a) drug
A/C
SH
Y
Small group discussion Skill station
therapy, b) devices and c) storage of medicines
PH5.3
Motivate patients with chronic diseases to adhere to the prescribed
A/C
SH
Y
Small group discussion short note/skill station
management by the health care provider
PH5.4
Explain to the patient the relationship between cost of treatment
A/C
SH
Y
Small group discussion short note/ viva voce
General Medicine
and patient compliance
PH5.5
Demonstrate an understanding of the caution in prescribing drugs
K
KH
Y
Small group discussion short note/ Viva voce
Psychiatry
likely to produce dependence and recommend the line of
management
143

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
PH5.6
Demonstrate ability to educate public & patients about various
A/C
SH
Y
Small group discussion Skill station
Psychiatry
aspects of drug use including drug dependence and OTC drugs
PH5.7
Demonstrate an understanding of the legal and ethical aspects of
K
KH
Y
Small group discussion short note/ Viva voce
Forensic Medicine
prescribing drugs
Column C: K- Knowledge, S ? Skill, A - Attitude / professionalism, C- Communication.
Column D: K ? Knows, KH - Knows How, SH - Shows how, P- performs independently,
Column F: DOAP session ? Demonstrate, Observe, Assess, Perform.
Column H: If entry is P: indicate how many procedures must be done independently for certification/ graduation
Integration
Physiology
PY3.5
Discuss the action of neuro-muscular blocking agents
K
KH
Y
Lectures, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Anaesthesiology,
discussion
Pharmacology
Microbiology
MI1.6
Describe the mechanisms of drug resistance, methods of
K
K
Y
Lecture , Small group Written
Pharmacology
antimicrobial susceptibility testing and monitoring of antimicrobial
discussion
therapy.
Viva
MI3.3
Describe the enteric fever pathogens and discuss the evolution of
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
General Medicine
Pharmacology,
the clinical course, the laboratory diagnosis of the diseases caused
discussion
Pathology
by them
MI3.5
Enumerate the causative agents of food poisoning and discuss the
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
General Medicine
Pharmacology
pathogenesis, clinical course and laboratory diagnosis
discussion
MI3.6
Describe the etio-pathogenesis of Acid Peptic Disease (APD) and
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
General Medicine
Pharmacology,
the clinical course. Discuss the diagnosis and management of the
discussion
Pathology
causative agent of APD
Community Medicine
144

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
CM3.8
Describe the mode of action & application cycle of commonly used
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
insecticides and rodenticides
discussion
CM19.1
Define and describe the concept of Essential Medicine List (EML)
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
discussion
CM19.2
Describe roles of essential medicine in primary health care
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
discussion
CM19.3
Describe counterfeit medicine and its prevention
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
discussion
Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
FM4.11
Describe and discuss euthanasia
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
AETCOM
Pharmacology
discussion
FM4.12
Discuss legal and ethical issues in relation to stem cell research
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
AETCOM
Pharmacology
discussion
FM4.17
Describe and discuss ethical Principles: Respect for autonomy,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
AETCOM
Pharmacology
non-malfeasance, beneficence & justice
discussion
FM4.22
Explain Oath ? Hippocrates, Charaka and Sushruta and procedure
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
AETCOM
Pharmacology
for administration of Oath
discussion
FM4.23
Describe the modified Declaration of Geneva and its relevance
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
AETCOM
Pharmacology
discussion
FM4.25
Clinical research & Ethics:
K
KH
N
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
AETCOM
Pharmacology
Discuss human experimentation including clinical trials
discussion
FM4.26
Discuss the constitution and functions of ethical committees
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
AETCOM
Pharmacology
discussion
FM4.27
Describe and discuss Ethical Guidelines for Biomedical Research
K
KH
N
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
AETCOM
Pharmacology
on Human Subjects & Animals
discussion
FM8.1
Describe the history of Toxicology
K
K/KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
discussion
145

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
FM8.2
Define the terms Toxicology, Forensic Toxicology, Clinical
K
K/KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
Toxicology and poison
discussion
FM8.3
Describe the various types of poisons, Toxicokinetics &
K
K/KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
Toxicodynamics and diagnosis of poisoning in living and dead
discussion
FM8.4
Describe the Laws in relations to poisons including NDPS Act,
K
K/KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
Medico-legal aspects of poisons
discussion
FM8.5
Describe Medico-legal autopsy in cases of poisoning including
K
K/KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce/
Pharmacology
preservation and dispatch of viscera for chemical analysis
discussion
OSPE
FM8.6
Describe the general symptoms, principles of diagnosis and
K
K/KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
management of common poisons encountered in India
discussion
/OSCE
FM8.7
Describe simple Bedside clinic tests to detect poison/drug in a
K
K/KH
Y
Lectures, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology,
patient's body fluids
discussion, Bed side
/OSCE
General Medicine
clinic, DOAP session
FM8.8
Describe
basic
methodologies
in treatment of poisoning:
K
K/KH
Y
Lectures, Small group
Written/ Viva voce/
Pharmacology,
decontamination, supportive therapy, antidote therapy, procedures
discussion, Bed side
OSCE
General Medicine
of enhanced elimination
clinic, DOAP session
FM9.1
Describe General Principles and basic methodologies in treatment
K
K/KH
Y
Lectures, Small group
Written/ Viva voce/
Pharmacology,
of poisoning: decontamination, supportive therapy, antidote
discussion, Bed side
OSCE
General Medicine
therapy, procedures of enhanced elimination with regard to
clinic, Autopsy, DOAP
Caustics Inorganic ? sulphuric, nitric, and hydrochloric acid
session
Organic- Carboloic Acid (phenol), Oxalic and acetylsalicylic acids.
FM9.2
Describe General Principles and basic methodologies in treatment
K
K/KH
Y
Lectures, Small group
Written/ Viva voce/
Pharmacology,
of poisoning: decontamination, supportive therapy, antidote
discussion, Bed side
OSCE
General Medicine
therapy, procedures of enhanced elimination with regard to
clinic, Autopsy,DOAP
Phosphorus, Iodine, Barium
session
FM9.3
Describe General Principles and basic methodologies in treatment
K
K/KH
Y
Lectures, Small group
Written/ Viva voce/
Pharmacology,
of poisoning: decontamination, supportive therapy, antidote
discussion, Bed side
OSCE
General Medicine
therapy, procedures of enhanced elimination with regard to
clinic, Autopsy, DOAP
Arsenic, lead, mercury, copper, iron, cadmium and thallium
session
146

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
FM9.4
Describe General Principles and basic methodologies in treatment
K
K/KH
Y
Lectures, Small group
Written/ Viva voce/
Pharmacology,
of poisoning: decontamination, supportive therapy, antidote
discussion, Bed side
OSCE
General Medicine
therapy, procedures of enhanced elimination with regard to
clinic, Autopsy, DOAP
Ethanol, methanol, ethylene glycol
session
FM9.5
Describe General Principles and basic methodologies in treatment
K
K/KH
Y
Lectures, Small group
Written/ Viva voce/
Pharmacology,
Pharmacology
of poisoning: decontamination, supportive therapy, antidote
discussion Bed side
OSCE
General Medicine
therapy, procedures of enhanced elimination with regard to
clinic, Autopsy, DOAP
Organophosphates, Carbamates, Organochlorines, Pyrethroids,
session
Paraquat, Aluminium and Zinc phosphide
FM9.6
Describe General Principles and basic methodologies in treatment
K
K/KH
Y
Lectures, Small group
Written/ Viva voce/
Pharmacology,
of poisoning: decontamination, supportive therapy, antidote
discussion, Bed side
OSCE
General Medicine
therapy, procedures of enhanced elimination with regard to
clinic, Autopsy, DOAP
Ammonia, carbon monoxide, hydrogen cyanide & derivatives,
session
methyl isocyanate, tear (riot control) gases
FM10.1
Describe General Principles and basic methodologies in treatment
K
K/KH
Y
Lectures, Small group
Written/ Viva voce/
Pharmacology,
Pharmacology
of poisoning: decontamination, supportive therapy, antidote
discussion, Bed side
OSCE
General Medicine
therapy, procedures of enhanced elimination with regard to:
clinic, Autopsy, DOAP
i. Antipyretics ? Paracetamol, Salicylates
session
ii. Anti-Infectives (Common antibiotics ? an overview)
iii. Neuropsychotoxicology Barbiturates, benzodiazepines,
phenytoin, lithium, haloperidol, neuroleptics, tricyclics
iv
. Narcotic Analgesics, Anaesthetics, and Muscle Relaxants
v.
Cardiovascular Toxicology Cardiotoxic plants ? oleander,
odollam, aconite, digitalis
vi
. Gastro-Intestinal and Endocrinal Drugs ? Insulin
Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy
DR5.3
Enumerate and describe the pharmacology, administration and
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written / Viva voce
Pediatrics
Pharmacology
adverse reaction of pharmacotherapies for scabies
discussion
DR7.3
Describe the pharmacology and action of antifungal (systemic and
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Microbiology
topical). agents Enumerate side effects of antifungal therapy
discussion
,Pharmacology
147

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
DR8.7
Enumerate the indications and describe the pharmacology,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written / Viva voce
Pharmacology
administration and adverse reaction of pharmacotherapies for
discussion
common viral illnesses of the skin
DR9.4
Enumerate, describe and identify lepra reactions and supportive
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
Pharmacology
measures and therapy of lepra reactions
discussion
DR9.5
Enumerate the indications and describe the pharmacology,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
Pharmacology,
administration and adverse reaction of pharmacotherapies for
discussion
Community Medicine
various classes of leprosy based on National Guidelines
DR9.6
Describe the treatment of Leprosy based on WHO guidelines
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
Pharmacology,
discussion
Community Medicine
DR9.7
Enumerate and describe the complications of leprosy and its
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
Pharmacology,
management, including understanding disability and stigma
discussion
Psychiatry
DR10.3
Enumerate the indications and describe the pharmacology,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
Pharmacology,
administration and adverse reaction of pharmacotherapies for
discussion
Microbiology
syphilis
DR10.8
Enumerate the indications and describe the pharmacology,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
Pharmacology,
indications and adverse reactions of drugs used in the non-
discussion
Microbiology
syphilitic sexually transmitted diseases (chancroid, donovanosis
and LGV)
DR11.3
Enumerate the indications and describe the pharmacology,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
Pharmacology,
administration and adverse reaction of pharmacotherapies for
discussion
Microbiology
dermatologic lesions in HIV
DR14.5
Enumerate the indications and describe the pharmacology
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written / Viva voce
Pharmacology
indications and adverse reactions of drugs used in the urticaria and
discussion
angioedema
DR15.3
Enumerate the indications and describe the pharmacology
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Surgery
Microbiology,
indications and adverse reactions of topical and systemic drugs
discussion
Pharmacology
used in treatment of pyoderma
148

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
PS4.4
Describe the treatment of alcohol and substance abuse disorders
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
General Medicine
including behavioural and pharmacologic therapy
discussion
PS4.6
Enumerate and describe the pharmacologic basis and side effects
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
General Medicine
of drugs used in alcohol and substance abuse
discussion
PS5.3
Describe the treatment of schizophrenia including behavioural and
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
pharmacologic therapy
discussion
PS5.5
Enumerate and describe the pharmacologic basis and side effects
K
KH
Y
Lecture Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
of drugs used in schizophrenia
discussion
PS6.4
Describe the treatment of depression including behavioural and
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
pharmacologic therapy
discussion
PS6.6
Enumerate and describe the pharmacologic basis and side effects
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
of drugs used in depression
discussion
PS7.4
Describe the treatment of bipolar disorders including behavioural
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
and pharmacologic therapy
discussion
PS7.6
Enumerate and describe the pharmacologic basis and side effects
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
of drugs used in bipolar disorders
discussion
PS8.4
Describe the treatment of anxiety disorders including behavioural
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
and pharmacologic therapy
discussion
PS8.6
Enumerate and describe the pharmacologic basis and side effects
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
of drugs used in anxiety disorders
discussion
PS10.4
Describe the treatment of somatoform disorders including
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
General Medicine
behavioural, psychosocial and pharmacologic therapy
discussion
PS10.6
Enumerate and describe the pharmacologic basis and side effects
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
General Medicine
of drugs used in somatoform, dissociative and conversion
discussion
disorders
150

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
PS11.4
Describe the treatment of personality disorders including
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
behavioural, psychosocial and pharmacologic therapy
discussion
PS11.6
Enumerate and describe the pharmacologic basis and side effects
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
of drugs used in personality disorders
discussion
PS12.4
Describe the treatment of psychosomatic disorders including
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
General Medicine
behavioural, psychosocial and pharmacologic therapy
discussion
PS12.6
Enumerate and describe the pharmacologic basis and side effects
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
of drugs used in psychosomatic disorders
discussion
PS13.4
Describe the treatment of psychosexual and gender identity
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
disorders including behavioural, psychosocial and pharmacologic
discussion
therapy
PS18.1
Enumerate the indications and describe the pharmacology, dose
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
and side effects of commonly use drugs in psychiatric disorders
discussion
General Medicine
IM1.24
Describe and discuss the pharmacology of drugs including
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
indications & contraindications in the management of heart failure
discussion
including diuretics, ACE inhibitors, Beta blockers, aldosterone
antagonists and cardiac glycosides
IM1.27
Describe and discuss the role of penicillin prophylaxis in the
K
KH
Y
Bedside clinic, Small
Written
Microbiology
prevention of rheumatic heart disease
group discussion
Pharmacology
IM1.30
Administer an intramuscular injection with an appropriate
S
SH
Y
Bedside clinic, Skill
log book documentation
Pharmacology
explanation to the patient
assessment
of completion
IM2.15
Discuss and describe the medications used in patients with an
K
KH
Y
Lecture Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
acute coronary syndrome based on the clinical presentation
discussion
151

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
IM2.18
Discuss and describe the indications, formulations, doses, side
K
KH
Y
Lecture Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology,
effects and monitoring for drugs used in the management of
discussion
Biochemistry
dyslipidemia
IM2.20
Discuss and describe the assessment and relief of pain in acute
K
KH
Y
Lecture Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
coronary syndromes
discussion
IM2.23
Describe and discuss the indications for nitrates, anti platelet
K
KH
Y
Lecture Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
agents, gpIIb - IIIa inhibitors, beta blockers, ACE inhibitors etc in
discussion
the management of coronary syndromes
IM3.12
Select, describe and prescribe based on the most likely aetiology,
S
SH
Y
Bed side clinic, DOAP Skill Assessment/
Pharmacology,
an appropriate empirical antimicrobial based on the pharmacology
session
Written/ Viva voce
Microbiology
and antimicrobial spectrum
IM3.13
Select, describe and prescribe based on culture and sensitivity
S
SH
Y
Bed side clinic, DOAP Skill Assessment/
Pharmacology,
appropriate empaling antimicrobial based on the pharmacology and
session
Written/ Viva voce
Microbiology
antimicrobial spectrum
IM4.22
Describe and discuss the pharmacology, indications, adverse
K
KH
Y
Small group, Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
reactions, interactions of antimalarial drugs and basis of resistance
IM4.23
Prescribe drugs for malaria based on the species identified,
S
SH
Y
Skill assessment
Skill assessment
Microbiology,
prevalence of drug resistance and National Programs
Pharmacology
IM4.26
Counsel the patient on malarial prevention
C
SH
Y
DOAP session
Skill assessment
Microbiology,
Pharmacology
IM5.7
Enumerate and describe the causes and pathophysiology of drug
K
K
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pathology,
induced liver injury
discussion
Pharmacology
IM5.16
Describe and discuss the management of hepatitis, cirrhosis, portal
K
KH
Y
Written, Small group
Skill Assessment/
Pharmacology
General Surgery
hypertension, ascites spontaneous, bacterial peritonitis and hepatic
Written/ Viva voce
encephalopathy
IM6.13
Describe and enumerate the indications and side effects of drugs
K
K
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology,
for bacterial, viral and other types of diarrhea
discussion
Microbiology
152

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
IM6.17
Discuss and describe the principles of HAART, the classes of
K
K
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Microbiology,
antiretrovirals used, adverse reactions and interactions
discussion
Pharmacology
IM6.18
Discuss and describe the principles and regimens used in post
K
K
Y
Lecture Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Microbiology,
exposure prophylaxis
discussion
Pharmacology
IM7.21
Select, prescribe and communicate appropriate medications for
K/C
SH
Y
DOAP session
Skill assessment/ written
Pharmacology
Orthopedics
relief of joint pain
IM7.22
Select, prescribe and communicate preventive therapy for
K/C
SH
Y
DOAP session
Skill assessment/ written
Pharmacology
crystalline arthropathies
IM7.23
Select, prescribe and communicate treatment option for systemic
K/C
SH
Y
DOAP session
Skill assessment/ written
Pharmacology
rheumatologic conditions
IM7.24
Describe the basis for biologic and disease modifying therapy in
K
KH
Y
Bed side clinic, Small
Skill assessment/ written
Pharmacology
rheumatologic diseases
group discussion
IM8.14
Develop an appropriate treatment plan for essential hypertension
K
KH
Y
Small group discussion Skill assessment/
Pharmacology
Written/ Viva voce
IM8.15
Recognise, prioritise and manage hypertensive emergencies
S
SH
Y
DOAP session
Skill assessment/ written
Pharmacology
IM9.14
Prescribe replacement therapy with iron, B12, folate
S
SH
Y
Bed side clinic, DOAP Skill assessment/ written
Pharmacology
session
IM9.15
Describe the national programs for anemia prevention
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology,
discussion
Community Medicine
IM10.25
Identify and describe the priorities in the management of ARF
K/C
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
including diet, volume management, alteration in doses of drugs,
discussion
monitoring and indications for dialysis
IM11.16
Discuss and describe the pharmacologic therapies for diabetes
K
KH
Y
Small group discussion, Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
their indications, contraindications, adverse reactions and
Lecture
interactions
153

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
IM11.18
Describe and discuss the pharmacology, indications, adverse
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
reactions and interactions of drugs used in the prevention and
discussion
treatment of target organ damage and complications of Type II
Diabetes including neuropathy, nephropathy, retinopathy,
hypertension, dyslipidemia and cardiovascular disease
IM11.19
Demonstrate and counsel patients on the correct technique to
S/C
SH
Y
DOAP session
Skill assessment
Pharmacology
administer insulin
IM12.13
Describe the pharmacology, indications, adverse reaction,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Viva voce/ short note
Pharmacology
General Surgery
interactions of thyroxine and antithyroid drugs
discussion
IM12.14
Write and communicate to the patient appropriately a prescription
S/C
SH
Y
Skill assessment
Skill assessment
Pharmacology
for thyroxine based on age, sex, and clinical and biochemical
status
IM12.15
Describe and discuss the indications of thionamide therapy, radio
K
KH
Y
Bedside clinic, small
short note/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
General Surgery
iodine therapy and General Surgery in the management of
group discussion
thyrotoxicosis
IM13.6
Describe and distinguish the difference between curative and
K
K
N
Lecture, Small group short note/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
palliative care in patients with cancer
discussion
IM13.13
Describe and assess pain and suffering objectively in a patient with
K
KH
Y
Bedside clinic, small
short note/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
General Surgery
cancer
group discussion
IM13.14
Describe the indications for General Surgery, radiation and
K
KH
Y
Bedside clinic, small
short note/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
General Surgery
chemotherapy for common malignancies
group discussion
IM13.17
Describe and enumerate the indications, use, side effects of
K
KH
Y
Bedside clinic, small
short note/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
Anesthesiology
narcotics in pain alleviation in patients with cancer
group discussion
IM14.13
Describe and enumerate the indications, pharmacology and side
K
K
Y
Lecture, small group
short note/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
effects of pharmacotherapy for obesity
discussion
IM15.14
Describe and enumerate the indications, pharmacology and side
K
K
Y
Lecture, Small group
Viva voce/ short note
Pharmacology
General Surgery
effects of pharmacotherapy of pressors used in the treatment of
discussion
Upper GI bleed
154

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
IM15.15
Describe and enumerate the indications, pharmacology and side
K
K
Y
Lecture, small group
short note/ Viva voce
Pharmacology,
General Surgery
effects of pharmacotherapy of acid peptic disease including
discussion
Microbiology
Helicobacter pylori
IM16.13
Describe and enumerate the indications, pharmacology and side
K
K
Y
Lecture, small group
short note/ Viva voce
Pharmacology,
effects of pharmacotherapy for parasitic causes of diarrhea
discussion
Microbiology
IM16.14
Describe and enumerate the indications, pharmacology and side
K
K
Y
Lecture, Small group
Short note/ Viva voce
Pharmacology,
effects of pharmacotherapy for bacterial and viral diarrhea
discussion
Microbiology
IM16.16
Describe and enumerate the indications, pharmacology and side
K
K
Y
Lecture, small group
short note/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
effects of pharmacotherapy including immunotherapy
discussion
IM17.11
Describe the indications, pharmacology, dose, side effects of
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small Group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
abortive therapy in migraine
discussion
IM17.12
Describe the indications, pharmacology, dose, side effects of
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small Group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
prophylactic therapy in migraine
discussion
IM17.13
Describe the pharmacology, dose, adverse reactions and regimens
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small Group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
of drugs used in the treatment of bacterial, tubercular and viral
discussion
meningitis
IM17.14
Counsel patients with migraine on lifestyle changes and need for
A/C
SH
N
DOAP session
Skill Assessment
Pharmacology
prophylactic therapy
IM19.8
Discuss and describe the pharmacology, dose, side effects and
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
interactions used in the drug therapy of Parkinson's syndrome
discussion
IM19.9
Enumerate the indications for use of surgery and botulinum toxin in
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
General Surgery
the treatment of movement disorders
discussion
IM20.1
Enumerate the poisonous snakes of your area and describe the
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Forensic Medicine,
distinguishing marks of each
discussion
Pharmacology
IM20.7
Enumerate the indications and describe the pharmacology, dose,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
adverse reactions, hypersensitivity reactions of anti-snake venom
discussion
155

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
IM20.8
Describe the diagnosis, initial approach, stabilisation and therapy
K
KH
N
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
of scorpion envenomation
discussion
IM20.9
Describe the diagnosis, initial approach, stabilisation and therapy
K
KH
N
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
of bee sting allergy
discussion
IM21.1
Describe the initial approach to the stabilisation of the patient who
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
presents with poisoning
discussion
IM21.2
Enumerate the common plant poisons seen in your area and
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Forensic Medicine,
describe their toxicology, clinical features, prognosis and specific
discussion
Pharmacology
approach to detoxification
IM21.3
Enumerate the common corrosives used in your area and describe
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Forensic Medicine,
their toxicology, clinical features, prognosis and approach to
discussion
Pharmacology
therapy
IM21.4
Enumerate the commonly observed drug overdose in your area
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Forensic Medicine,
and describe their toxicology, clinical features, prognosis and
discussion
Pharmacology
approach to therapy
IM21.5
Observe and describe the functions and role of a poison center in
S
KH
Y
DOAP session
document in log book
Forensic Medicine,
suspected poisoning
Pharmacology
IM21.6
Describe the medico-legal aspects of suspected suicidal or
S
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce/ Skill
Forensic Medicine,
homicidal poisoning and demonstrate the correct procedure to write
discussion, DOAP
assessment
Pharmacology
a medico-legal report on a suspected poisoning
session
IM21.7
Counsel family members of a patient with suspected poisoning
A/C
SH
Y
DOAP session
Skill assessment
Forensic Medicine,
about the clinical and medico-legal aspects with empathy
Pharmacology
IM22.3
Describe the approach to the management of hypercalcemia
K
KH
N
Lecture, Small group Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
discussion
IM25.11
Develop an appropriate empiric treatment plan based on the
C
SH
Y
DOAP session
Skill assessment
Microbiology,
patient's clinical and immune status pending definitive diagnosis
Pharmacology
Pediatrics
156

COMPETENCY
Domain Level Core Suggested Teaching Suggested Assessment Number Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/S (Y/N) Learning method
method
required
Integration
Number
H/P
to certify
P
PE13.5
Propose a management plan for Fe Deficiency Anaemia
S
SH
Y
Bed side clinics, Skill
Skill Assessment
Pathology,
lab
Pharmacology
PE13.6
Discuss the National Anaemia Control Program and its
K
K
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology,
recommendations
Discussion
Community Medicine
PE14.1
Discuss the risk factors, clinical features, diagnosis and
K
KH
N
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
management of Lead Poisoning
Discussion
PE14.3
Discuss the risk factors, clinical features, diagnosis and
K
KH
N
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
General Medicine
management of Organo phosphorous poisoning
Discussion
PE14.4
Discuss the risk factors, clinical features, diagnosis and
K
KH
N
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology
management of paracetamol Poisoning
Discussion
PE24.5
Discuss the role of antibiotics, antispasmodics, anti-secretory
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology,
drugs, probiotics, anti- emetics in acute diarrheal diseases
discussion
Microbiology
PE24.8
Discuss the causes, clinical presentation and management of
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Pharmacology,
dysentery in children
discussion
Microbiology
PE34.3
Discuss the various regimens for management of Tuberculosis as
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Microbiology,
Respiratory Medicine
per National Guidelines
discussion
Community Medicine,
Pharmacology
PE34.4
Discuss the preventive strategies adopted and the objectives and
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Microbiology,
Respiratory Medicine
outcome of the National Tuberculosis Control Program
discussion
Community Medicine,
Pharmacology
General Surgery
SU13.2
Discuss the Principles of immunosuppressive therapy. Enumerate
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group
Written/ Viva voce
Microbiology,
indications, describe surgical principles, management of organ
discussion
Pharmacology
transplantation
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
157

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