Set of Diploma Courses II: Ophthalmic Pharmacology Field of study: Physics
Programme code: W4-S2FZ19.2025

Module name: Set of Diploma Courses II: Ophthalmic Pharmacology
Module code: W4-FZ-OM-S2-3-25-08D
Programme code: W4-S2FZ19.2025
Semester: winter semester 2026/2027
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module focuses on education in the field of ophthalmic pharmacology for optometrists, covering both the theoretical foundations of action and application of drugs used in the diagnosis and therapy of eye diseases, as well as practical aspects of their safe use in everyday clinical work. Emphasis is placed on developing the skills of effective communication with patients, including explaining the purpose of administering diagnostic drugs, discussing potential side effects and managing adverse reactions. The module also includes legal and ethical aspects related to pharmacotherapy in optometry, as well as standards of practice in accordance with current medical guidelines. Training content: 1. Basics of pharmacology: • Routes of drug administration • Cellular and molecular mechanisms of drug action • Drug Receptors • Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics: rational dosing and duration of drug action • Drug Biotransformation • Basic Drug Interactions, Side Effects • Forms and routes of drug administration in ophthalmology 2. Measures used in ophthalmological and optometric diagnostics • Local anesthetics • Drugs affecting the pupil and accommodation of the eye • Diagnostic dyes 3. Drugs used in the treatment of eye diseases • Antibiotics and antiviral drugs • Anti-inflammatory drugs (steroidal and non-steroidal) • Antiallergic drugs (antihistamines, mast cell stabilizers) • Artificial tears and preparations supporting the treatment of dry eye syndrome • Antiglaucoma drugs • Drugs used in AMD treatment • Other groups of ophthalmic drugs • Systemic Adverse Events and Interactions of Ophthalmic Drugs • The influence of systemic drugs on the visual organ • Preservatives in ophthalmic preparations and drug storage • Microbiological purity of eye medications • Regulations on the use of medications by optometrists As part of their own work, the student, based on lecture notes and supplementary literature, strives to consolidate the knowledge acquired. The module is in the form of lecture classes. The lecture in the form of a multimedia presentation discusses selected issues in the field of ophthalmic pharmacology. The module ends with a graded test that assesses knowledge of the theoretical foundations of pharmacology and the ability to use drugs in ophthalmology in practice.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
The student knows the general principles of drug action, taking into account factors influencing drug absorption, including pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic mechanisms. [E1]
 KF_W04 [4/5] W_OOD [4/5]
Searches, selects, analyzes, evaluates, and classifies information using various sources and methods. [E10]
 KF_U09 [3/5] KF_U12 [3/5]
Understands the need for further education, performs self-assessment, is able to supplement and improve acquired knowledge and skills; is able to work in a team, communicate with the environment in the workplace and outside it. [E11]
 KF_U17 [2/5] KF_K01 [2/5] KF_K02 [2/5] KF_K03 [2/5] KF_K06 [2/5] KF_K08 [2/5]
Has knowledge of drugs affecting accommodation, local anesthetics and drugs that dilate and constrict the pupil. [E2]
 KF_W04 [3/5] W_OOD [3/5]
Has knowledge of antimicrobial drugs and vasoconstrictor, antihistamine and anti-inflammatory drugs. [E3]
 KF_W04 [3/5] W_OOD [3/5]
Has knowledge of the diagnostic dyes and preparations used during ophthalmic diagnostics. [E4]
 KF_W04 [3/5] W_OOD [3/5]
Has knowledge of fluids used during contact lens application and moisturizing drops and tear film substitutes, including preparations used with contact lenses. [E5]
 KF_W04 [3/5] W_OOD [3/5]
Knows the influence of local and systemic medications on the visual organ. [E6]
 W_OOD [4/5]
Has knowledge of toxicology and procedures in the event of adverse reactions and side effects of drugs. [E7]
 W_OOD [3/5]
Knows the principles of storing ophthalmic drugs, including the requirements for microbiological purity and storage of ophthalmic preparations in the context of their durability and effectiveness. [E8]
 W_OOD [3/5]
Understands the regulations regarding the use of drugs in Poland by optometrists, including legal, ethical provisions and standards of conduct related to ophthalmic pharmacotherapy. [E9]
 KF_K05 [3/5] KF_K06 [3/5] KS_OOD [3/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [FZ1] 30 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01]  course work E1 E10 E11 E2 E3 E4 E5 E6 E7 E8 E9
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
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