First- And Second-Generation Antihistamines

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Short course

Course type

1-2 Hours

Study time

Online

Mode of learning

Who is this course for?

Pharmacists,
Registered Healthcare Professionals

Required qualification

Qualification in Healthcare
(BPharm, MBChB, etc)

Course level

Intermediate 

Course overview

This course explores the pathophysiology of allergic rhinitis (AR) and urticaria, focusing on oral antihistamine treatment and their physicochemical properties. It compares first- and second-generation options, highlighting their lipophilicity blood–brain barrier penetration, effects on the central nervous system and potential interactions with food and drinks.

About the academic institution

Positive Impact is a consortium of experienced pharmaceutical consultants with a background in health systems strengthening. The consortium specialises in results based continuing professional development for both the public and private health care sector.

Positive Impact has wide-ranging technical expertise in medicine management, clinical pharmacy, pharmacovigilance, rational medicine use, leadership development, policy development, review of standard treatment guidelines, human resource development, technical capacity building, training program accreditation and skills transfer.

25 Years Experience

6000+ 
Completed Courses

Positive Impact contact info

  jj@icon.co.za
  082 373 4585

First- And Second-generation Antihistamines

  • Certificate included

    Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a certificate of completion from Positive Impact, a name synonymous with excellence in professional growth.

Course developer & author

John Ireland
Positive Impact is run by John Ireland, a pharmacist with over 20 years of local and international experience in pharmacy practice and public health.
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