Drug Safety Courses and Certifications

Pillar #1: Drug Development - From Bench to Bedside

34 ratings at Coursera

Explore the drug development journey from laboratory to market, including clinical trials, regulatory approval, and pharmacoepidemiology's role in evaluating safety and effectiveness of medications.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Pillar #3: Drug Effectiveness - Real-World Evidence

13 ratings at Coursera

Explore key principles of pharmaceutical effectiveness research, including observational designs, real-world evidence, and methods for addressing biases and confounders in safety and effectiveness studies.

• Coursera
• 6 hours 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Novartis

Introduction to Drug Hunting

154 ratings at Coursera

Comprehensive overview of preclinical drug discovery, from target identification to clinical trials, for life scientists and professionals in related fields. Covers key processes, challenges, and strategies.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Introduction to Small Molecule Drug Discovery & Development

109 ratings at Coursera

Explore the journey of drug discovery, from patient needs to clinical trials. Learn about strategies, screening, pharmacokinetics, safety, and regulatory processes in pharmaceutical development.

• Coursera
• 17 hours 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

MedCerts

Pharmacy Medication and Safety

39 ratings at Coursera

Comprehensive exploration of pharmaceutical practice, covering drug interactions, medication therapy management, safety protocols, and parenteral solutions. Enhances skills for optimal patient care and pharmacy excellence.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 56 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Preclinical Safety: From In Vitro Assays to Human Dose Predictions

Learn methods for quantifying drug safety, from in vitro assays to predicting human doses. Covers preclinical safety programs, animal studies, and using pharmacokinetic properties to estimate efficacious doses and aid formulation.

• edX
• 3 weeks, 5-10 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Using Electronic Health Records for Better Care

3 reviews

Explore methods to transform patient data into actionable insights, enhancing drug safety monitoring, identifying interactions, and generating evidence-based practices for improved healthcare outcomes.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Labroots

Personalized Medicine - The Role of Pharmacogenomics in Optimizing Drug Efficacy and Safety

Discover how genetic variations affect drug metabolism and response to enhance treatment efficacy, reduce adverse reactions, and lower healthcare costs through pharmacogenomics applications.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Pharmacology

Master the principles of drug interactions with living organisms, from basic mechanisms to clinical applications, covering pharmacodynamics, kinetics, and therapeutic effects across major drug classes.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Drbeen Medical Lectures

Berberine Side Effects and Toxicity - Understanding Safety and Risks

Discover the potential side effects and safety considerations of berberine supplementation, including comprehensive insights into toxicity levels, interactions, and important precautions for various health conditions.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

SciShow

Ozempic Is Both Better and Worse Than You Think

Uncover 5 hidden truths about semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy) - exploring both the promising benefits and concerning risks of this popular weight-loss drug beyond what you've heard.

• YouTube
• 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Ninja Nerd

COVID-19 Pill - Molnupiravir: Efficacy and Safety Concerns

Comprehensive overview of Molnupiravir, an oral COVID-19 treatment, covering its mechanism, pharmacology, target population, efficacy, and safety concerns for mild to moderate cases.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED

A Dose of Reality About Generic Drugs

Investigative journalist exposes shocking truths about generic drugs, revealing global fraud and substandard manufacturing practices that endanger patient health worldwide.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

American Society for Microbiology

New Antifungal Option for Cancer Patients

Explore a promising new antifungal treatment for cancer patients, comparing its efficacy and reduced side effects to existing options. Learn about clinical trials and potential FDA approval.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Camunda

Pharma Research Automation by Connecting Researchers with Robots and Systems

Automating pharma research processes using business process modeling to integrate researchers, robots, and systems, enhancing efficiency and standardization in drug discovery and development.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk