Pharmacy Services
Associate	TR-NQF-HE: Level 5	QF-EHEA: Short Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 5

General Introduction Information of the Course

Course Code:

PHS108

Course Title:

Poisoning and Antidotes

Course Semester:

Spring

Ders Kredileri:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
2	0	2	3

Language of instruction:

Course Prerequisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Necessary

Course Level:

Associate

TR-NQF-HE:5. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:Short Cycle

EQF-LLL:5. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Öğr.Gör. Sümeyye YILMAZ KARAOĞLU

Course Lecturer(s):

Öğr.Gör. Sümeyye YILMAZ KARAOĞLU

Course Assistants:

Course Objectives and Content

Course Objectives:	To introduce the concepts of poison, drug, and toxicity, and to provide fundamental knowledge about poisonings and antidotes.
Course Content:	This course covers the basic concepts, history, and mechanisms of toxic effects in toxicology. The course includes: Introduction to toxicology and basic definitions Mechanisms of toxic effects Specific toxic effects Classification and general characteristics of poisonings Approach to poisoning and basic management principles Concept of antidotes and basic information on their use

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Defines the basic concepts of toxicology.
2) Explains the basic steps in the management of poisoning cases.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Compares the concepts of drug and poison.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
1) Explains toxicity principles based on dose–response relationships.
2) Classifies poisonings according to their types.
3) Explains the purposes of use of antidotes.
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Course Weekly Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	What is poison? General Introduction to Poisonings	Lecturer notes
2)	Drug toxicities	Lecturer notes
3)	Diagnosis and Treatment Methods in Poisonings	Lecturer notes
4)	What is an antidote and what are their examples	Lecturer notes
5)	Biotransformation of Toxin	Lecturer notes
6)	Biotransformation of Toxins	Lecturer notes
7)	Quiz	Lecturer notes
8)	Midterm exam	Lecturer notes
9)	Mushroom, Herbal, and Natural Toxin Poisonings	Lecturer notes
10)	Drug Poisonings and Specific Antidotes	Lecturer notes
11)	Gas, Chemical, and Industrial Poisonings
11)	Special Situations and General Antidote Approach	Lecturer notes
12)	Pesticide and Organophosphate Poisonings	Lecturer notes
13)	Toxicities with salisilat	Lecturer notes
14)	Toxicities with paracetamol	Lecturer notes
15)	Food İntoxifications	Lecturer notes
16)	Final Exams

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

Öğretim üyesi ders notları / Lecturer notes

References:

Tıbbi Farmakoloji, Kayaalp, O. Rasyonel Tedavi Yönünden Tıbbi Farmakoloji. 13. Baskı. Ankara: Pelikan Yayınevi, 2012.
Casarett and Doull’s Toxicology, Klaassen, C.D. (ed.). Casarett and Doull’s Toxicology: The Basic Science of Poisons. 8th ed. New York: McGraw-Hill, 2013.
Türkiye İlaç ve Tıbbi Cihaz Kurumu
Zehirlenmeler ve İlaç Güvenliği Bilgilendirmeleri.
Erişim adresi: https://www.titck.gov.tr
Erişim tarihi: 2026.

Relationship Between Course and Program Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes	1	6	2	3	4	5
Program Outcomes
1) They acquire fundamental, up-to-date, and practical knowledge related to their profession.
2) They gain knowledge about occupational health and safety, environmental awareness, and quality processes.
3) Keeps up with current developments and applications in their profession and uses them effectively.
4) Effectively uses information technologies (software, programs, animation, etc.) related to their profession.
5) Possesses the ability to independently evaluate professional problems and issues using an analytical and critical approach and to propose solutions.
6) They can effectively communicate their thoughts in writing and verbally at the level of knowledge and skills, expressing themselves in a clear manner.
7) Follows developments in their field using a foreign language and communicates with colleagues.
8) They are aware of career management and lifelong learning issues.
9) Possesses social, scientific, cultural, and ethical values in the stages of collecting, applying, and disseminating data related to their field.
10) Knows pharmaceutical raw materials, drug forms, and professional terminology.
11) Possesses knowledge and skills related to the procurement, stock management, storage, and presentation of prescription and over-the-counter drugs, medical products, cosmetic products, medical supplies, and other health-related products.
12) Prepares medications under the supervision of a specialist and provides information on their use.
13) They take responsibility as a team member to solve complex and unforeseen problems encountered in applications related to their field.

Relationship Between Course and Learning Outcome

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Medium	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	They acquire fundamental, up-to-date, and practical knowledge related to their profession.	5
2)	They gain knowledge about occupational health and safety, environmental awareness, and quality processes.	3
3)	Keeps up with current developments and applications in their profession and uses them effectively.
4)	Effectively uses information technologies (software, programs, animation, etc.) related to their profession.
5)	Possesses the ability to independently evaluate professional problems and issues using an analytical and critical approach and to propose solutions.	2
6)	They can effectively communicate their thoughts in writing and verbally at the level of knowledge and skills, expressing themselves in a clear manner.	2
7)	Follows developments in their field using a foreign language and communicates with colleagues.
8)	They are aware of career management and lifelong learning issues.
9)	Possesses social, scientific, cultural, and ethical values in the stages of collecting, applying, and disseminating data related to their field.
10)	Knows pharmaceutical raw materials, drug forms, and professional terminology.	3
11)	Possesses knowledge and skills related to the procurement, stock management, storage, and presentation of prescription and over-the-counter drugs, medical products, cosmetic products, medical supplies, and other health-related products.
12)	Prepares medications under the supervision of a specialist and provides information on their use.
13)	They take responsibility as a team member to solve complex and unforeseen problems encountered in applications related to their field.

Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Beyin fırtınası /Altı şapka
Course
Grup çalışması ve ödevi
Reading
Question-and-Answer / Discussion

Assessment and Evaluation Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (open-ended questions, multiple-choice, true/false, matching, fill-in-the-blanks, ordering)
Grup Projesi

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 50
Final	1	% 50
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
Total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	2	28
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)	14	3	42
Midterms	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			74