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Introduction to Pharmacovigilance

Introduction to Pharmacovigilance

Course  Introduction

Welcome to this essential training course on the Fundamentals of Pharmacovigilance, brought to you by IntraHub. As healthcare professionals (HCPs) – physicians, nurses, pharmacists, dentists, medical laboratory scientists, and allied health practitioners – your role in patient care is paramount. Understanding the principles of pharmacovigilance is increasingly vital to fulfilling that role effectively, particularly in ensuring the safe use of medicines and vaccines for every patient.

Course Goal: This course aims to equip you with a foundational understanding of pharmacovigilance (PV) principles, the core processes involved, and, most importantly, your crucial role as a healthcare professional within the pharmacovigilance system to ensure drug safety.
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Last Update 04/28/2025
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Basic
  • Topic 1.1: Defining Pharmacovigilance: The Science of Drug Safety
    7Lessons ·
    • 1.1.0 Learning Objectives
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    • 1.1.1 What is Pharmacovigilance?
    • 1.1.2 Scope and Core Objectives:
    • 1.1.3 Why Pharmacovigilance Matters: Impact on Public Health
    • 1.1.4 Spotlight on Nigeria and Africa
    • 1.1.5 Lessons from History: The Evolution of Drug Safety Monitoring
    • 1.1.6 The Pharmacovigilance Network: Roles and Responsibilities
  • Topic 1.2: The Need for Pharmacovigilance: Addressing Gaps Left by Clinical Trials
    2Lessons ·
    • 1.2.1 Limitations of Clinical Trials
    • 1.2.2 Pharmacovigilance and the Detection of Rare and Delayed Adverse Reactions
  • Topic 1.3: Foundational Knowledge: Terminology and Processes
    5Lessons ·
    • 1.3.1 Essential Pharmacovigilance Terms
    • 1.3.2 Core Pharmacovigilance Activities: An Introduction
    • Table 1.3.2: WHO-UMC Causality Categories (Simplified Criteria Summary)
    • 1.3.3 Basics of Signal Detection and Management:
    • 1.3.4 Concept of Risk-Benefit Assessment:
  • Course Summary
    2Lessons ·
    • Course Summary & Next Steps
    • Further Readings