USMLE provides an outline of the USMLE Step 1 Content. The outline breaks down the exam into systems.  This page will review the immune system section of the USMLE Step 1 outline as it relates to pharmacology.

Immune System

Here is a look at a summary of USMLE outline for the immune system section with a focus on pharmacology related topics.

HIV/AIDS
  • Medications used in the treatment of HIV/AIDS
  • Prophylaxis and treatment of secondary infections from AIDS
Hypersensitivity Reactions
  • Treatment of anaphylaxis
    • Epinephrine
    • Antihistamines
Transplant rejection treatment mechanisms
Adverse effects of drugs on the immune system
  • Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction
  • Drugs affecting the immune system
    • Prednisone
    • Azathioprine
    • Cyclosporine
    • Methotrexate
    • Monoclonal antibody drugs
      • Abciximab
      • Adalimumab
      • Bevacizumab
      • Infliximab
      • Omalizumab
      • Rituximab
Adverse effects of vaccines

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