PHARMACOLOGY / MODULE 01 Original exam-learning note. Not prescribing or patient-specific advice.

TARGETS & MECHANISMS

Target to
system effect.

Start with the target, changed process, system response and context. Verify drug-specific detail in current approved sources.

01

Name the target

State the receptor, enzyme, channel or process in its relevant system context.

02

Trace the change

Connect target engagement to the altered signal or pathway.

03

Link system effect

Explain the high-level physiological consequence without moving into prescribing.

04

Check source

Drug-specific mechanism claims must be checked against a current lawful source.

RECALL

Can you trace the mechanism?

Use the foundations check after the module.