Pharmacovigilance

This course will provide an introduction to the essential principles and practices of pharmacovigilance, the science and activities related to the detection, assessment, understanding and prevention of adverse effects or any other drug-related problems. Furthermore, the course will give a comprehensive understanding of drug safety, including regulatory guidelines and industry practices. Topics covered include the history of pharmacovigilance, adverse event reporting, overview of risk management, signal detection and benefit-risk assessment, as well as the latest technologies and tools used in pharmacovigilance. In summary the course will give a solid foundation in the field of pharmacovigilance, ensuring to contribute to the safety of drugs in the market.