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6. Advances in malaria pharmacology and the online guide to MALARIA PHARMACOLOGY: IUPHAR review

Advances in malaria pharmacology and the online guide to MALARIA PHARMACOLOGY: IUPHAR review

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CEUs: 2 Clinical

Average read time: 155 minutes.

Short Summary of the Article:

This article discusses advancements in malaria pharmacology and outlines the significant steps toward the development of new treatments. It dives into several classes of anti-malarial agents and their mechanisms of action, exploring preclinical studies on novel inhibitors and their potential application in treating malaria. The article provides an extensive review of the current clinical trials and drug development efforts aimed at combating drug-resistant malaria strains.

 

Learning OutcomesĀ 

Upon completion of this activity, you should have an understanding of:

  1. Mechanisms of Malaria Drug Resistance: The biological and molecular pathways that lead to drug resistance in Plasmodium falciparum and other malaria-causing parasites.
  2. Current Advances in Anti-Malarial Drugs: The development of novel anti-malarial agents targeting both the blood and liver stages of malaria parasites.
  3. Pharmacokinetic and Pharmacodynamic Considerations: The challenges faced in the clinical development of new drugs, including their efficacy in field trials and laboratory settings.

 

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Ryshane Sewpersad

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