PHCY 884 - History of Antimicrobials and Emerging Resistance

This course progresses through a history of antibiotics and the bacteria that display subsequent resistance.  Further information will be presented concerning mechanisms of resistance, the emerging trends in antimicrobial resistance in the community and hospital, why these drugs are often prescribed inappropriately, and how to promote their proper use.  The course will cover the genetics of resistance to multiple classes of antimicrobials, including discussions of the most common and emerging antibiotic-resistant bacteria, antiviral-resistant viruses as well as resistant fungi.

Elective.
Prerequisite(s): Pharmacy courses are open only to Pharmacy students.