You read the topic, highlight everything… and on the exam you don't know where to start
Pharmacology is one of the heaviest subjects: hundreds of drugs, mechanisms and side effects. Reading makes you feel you got it, but you only know it when you have to answer.
What you read last week is already gone
Without review, names and mechanisms blur together right before the exam.
You don't know if you're ready until it's too late
Rereading doesn't show you what's missing. A question does.
Clinical cases stop you cold
Knowing the theory isn't the same as deciding in front of a patient.
That's why we made this guide. First you understand the topic with a clear, visual explanation. Then you practice it on MedDesafio, with questions and clinical cases, until you get it right.
How it works
1Read the module
Infographics, diagrams and a mind map at the end. Everything that matters, no filler.
2Scan the QR code
Every module ends with a QR code. Scan it with your camera and that module opens in MedDesafio.
3Practice until you know it
Questions and clinical cases at three levels: Intern, Resident and Specialist. So you see what you know and what's missing.
What you'll study
Module 1Pharmacology fundamentalsFree practice
What is pharmacology?
History of medicines
From the lab to the patient
Dosage forms
Routes of administration
Pharmacokinetics (ADME)
Absorption
Distribution
Metabolism
Elimination
Pharmacodynamics
Receptors and mechanisms of action
Big mind map
Module exam
Module 2Autonomic nervous systemFree practice
Sympathetic and parasympathetic
Neurotransmitters
Adrenergic receptors
Cholinergic receptors
Agonists
Antagonists
Beta blockers
Alpha blockers
Cholinergic drugs
Visual comparison
Big mind map
Module exam
Module 3Cardiovascular system
Functional anatomy
Blood pressure regulation
Antihypertensives
ACE inhibitors
ARBs
Beta blockers
Diuretics
Calcium channel blockers
Vasodilators
Antiarrhythmics
Anticoagulants
Antiplatelet drugs
Big mind map
Module exam
Module 4Antibiotics and antimicrobials
Bacterial cell wall
Penicillins
Cephalosporins
Carbapenems
Macrolides
Aminoglycosides
Tetracyclines
Quinolones
Sulfonamides
Bacterial resistance
Big mind map
Module exam
Module 5Analgesics and anti-inflammatories
Pain
WHO analgesic ladder
NSAIDs
COX-1 and COX-2
Paracetamol
Opioids
Corticosteroids
Gout drugs
Drug comparison
Summary
Module exam
Module 6Endocrine system
Diabetes mellitus
Insulin
Oral antidiabetics
Hypothyroidism
Hyperthyroidism
Corticosteroids
Sex hormones
Osteoporosis
Comparison table
Visual summary
Module exam
Module 7Respiratory system
Asthma
COPD
Bronchodilators
Inhaled corticosteroids
Antihistamines
Big mind map
Module exam
Module 8Digestive system
Antacids
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)
Antiemetics
Laxatives
Antidiarrheals
Big mind map
Module exam
Module 9Psychopharmacology and emergencies
Antipsychotics
Benzodiazepines
Tricyclic antidepressants
SSRIs
Antidepressants
Module exam
Everything you get
Farmacología Simple as a PDF, for your phone, your computer or to print
A QR code per module to practice in the app
Mind maps, summaries and an exam at the end of every module
Modules 1 and 2 free on MedDesafio, with questions and clinical cases
Frequently asked questions
How do I get it?
As soon as the payment is confirmed, you'll get an email with a button to download it. You can also download it from the confirmation page.
What language is it in?
The guide is in Spanish.
Can I print it?
Yes. It's an A4 PDF in full color. It also reads well on a phone.
Do I need the app?
Not to read the guide. To practice with the QR codes, yes: MedDesafio is free on the App Store and Google Play.
Which modules can I practice for free?
Modules 1 and 2, with their questions and clinical cases. The rest unlock with MedDesafio Premium ($22.900 a year), which also opens the whole app.
Can I buy from outside Argentina?
Yes. Outside Argentina you pay by card in your local currency. You see the final price before paying.
What if the email doesn't arrive?
Check spam and promotions. If it's not there, message us on Instagram at @meddesafio.oficial and we'll send it to you.