Richard L. Wynn, PhD, is professor emeritus of pharmacology in the Department of Neural and Pain Sciences at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry.

He is a nationally recognized speaker, author, columnist, and consultant on dental drug therapeutics and drug information for the dental professional. He is the lead author of the most recognized chairside dental drug reference book, Drug Information Handbook for Dentistry, now in its 29th edition.

Dr. Wynn keeps the dental profession informed about current issues relative to drugs in dentistry, including new therapeutic agents, new drug interactions, and newly reported adverse reactions in dental patients. He researches the literature daily for new reports of interest to the profession.  

The second part of Program 5 transitions into the study of Z-drugs and other sedative medications. Participants will learn about the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of Z-drugs, with a detailed analysis of zaleplon, and an overview of the pharmacology of hydroxyzine and diphenhydramine.

Upon completing Program 5, Part 2, you will be able to:

• Name the four Z-drugs.
• For zaleplon, list the sedative dose, onset time, time to peak, duration, and half-life.
• Describe the molecular mechanism of Z-drugs.
• Explain how zaleplon is metabolized.
• Describe the pharmacology of hydroxyzine and diphenhydramine.

Upon completion of the online course, participants are required to pass an online post-course assessment with a minimum grade of 75%.

Once the online course has been accessed, no refunds will be provided.

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