title: Occupational pharmacology.
abstract: Occupational pharmacology is defined as a subdiscipline important to occupational safety and health, in which specialized information is gathered and evaluated. Occupational pharmacologist study and evaluate drugs used to combat or prevent occupational diseases. They also perform studies on occupational chemical-drug interactions. Specialized training programs are needed to produce qualified individuals for expected future needs.
mesh_terms: D004347:Drug Interactions; D004781:Environmental Exposure; D006801:Humans; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000517:prevention & control; D009787:Occupational Medicine; D010600:Pharmacology / Q000193:education