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[Practical training of pharmacokinetics with an web-based simulation application].
Ichie Hara1, Hiroaki Suzuki1, Shinya Kusakari1
1Department of Pharmacology, Tokyo Medical University.
Nihon Yakurigaku Zasshi. Folia Pharmacologica Japonica
|January 7, 2020
Summary
A new web-based pharmacokinetics simulation application is now available for free. This tool enhances virtual training for medical students and professionals on any device, optimizing drug administration without ethical concerns.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacokinetics
- Medical Education
- Computational Biology
Background:
- Computer simulations are valuable for pharmacokinetics training.
- Previous versions of the Stella®-based application were limited by OS compatibility.
- The need for accessible, cross-platform virtual training tools is increasing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce a new, web-based pharmacokinetics simulation application.
- To enhance accessibility across various devices and operating systems.
- To provide a free, ethically unburdened training tool for healthcare professionals.
Main Methods:
- Development of a web-based simulation application using Stella® software.
- Ensuring compatibility with diverse operating systems (Windows, Macintosh, Android, iOS).
- Making the application freely available to medical schools and professionals.
Main Results:
- A new version of the pharmacokinetics simulation application is now web-based.
- The application is accessible on personal computers, tablets, and smartphones.
- The tool is provided at no charge, facilitating wider adoption.
Conclusions:
- The web-based pharmacokinetics simulation application offers enhanced accessibility and usability.
- It serves as a valuable, free resource for training medical, nursing, and pharmacy students.
- The application supports healthcare workers in simulating drug pharmacokinetics before patient administration.
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