In General, Organic, & Biological Chemistry read the Chapter 4 opening vignette titled, An Accidental Overdose and the conclusion at the end of Chapter 4 titled, An Accidental Overdose Revisited. Choose a drug - prescription or over-the-counter, other than acetaminophen, to research.
- What is the main purpose of your drug?
- What is the recommended dosage for your drug?
- What are the potential side effects of your drug?
- In your discussion be sure to identify the functional groups in your drug.
- Also address the mechanism by which the drug works.