the quality of writing and presentation.
Section A:
Prepare a maximum 950 word written report on ‘Fentanyl and Fentanyl Analogues’.
Your report should be informative and factual and may include tables, diagrams or
figures as appropriate. Credit will be given for evidence of research and the quality of
writing and presentation.
Section B:
This section consists of eight short answer questions. You should answer all the
questions.
Your report should contain the following information:
1. Introduction
In one paragraph explain what your report is about.
2. Main content
Your report should answer, but not be limited to, the following questions:
How do the structure and properties of fentanyl analogues differ from fentanyl? What
methods have been used for their characterisation?
Which fentanyl analogues are currently approved for human clinical use?
Are any fentanyl analogues used only in animals? Why?
How do various analogues of fentanyl compare to morphine in terms of their
pharmacology (e.g. receptor affinity and selectivity, half-life, metabolic fate, toxicity,
analgesic potency)?
What methods have been used in order to study the pharmacology of fentanyl and
its analogues?
What is the history and current status of non-clinical (i.e. unlawful) use of fentanyl
analogues and what challenges does this present to society?
3. Summary
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In one paragraph conclude your essay.
4. References
References must be in the Harvard referencing style. References should be
from reputable sources, e.g. textbooks, peer-reviewed journals etc.
