Online Oral Sedation Pharmacology Program Two Part 2: Drug Interaction Tutorial

Location: Online Instruction
Credits:

.5 CDE credit hours - online lecture

The University of Maryland School of Dentistry designated this activity for .5 Continuing Dental Education hour.

Target Audience:  Dental Professionals
Presented by: Richard L. Wynn, PhD 
Conflict of Interest: Nothing to Disclose.
Original course release date: 
Course Review date: 
Course expiration date: 

August 8, 2024
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August 2025

 

Speaker Biography

Dr. WinnRichard 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.  

Course Description

The second part of Program 2 addresses the critical aspect of drug interactions in dental sedation practice. This section covers interactions between triazolam, and antibiotics used for prophylaxis, specific medications patients may be taking, and drugs used to manage postoperative pain.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of Program Two, Part 2, participants will be able to:

  • Identify interactions between triazolam and antibiotics used for prophylaxis.
  • Recognize potential interactions between triazolam and specific medications patients are taking.
  • Understand the interactions between triazolam and medications used to manage postoperative pain.

Course Requirements

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

Cancellation and Refund Policies

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

Cancellation and Refund Policies