PEBC MCQ Study Notes

I passed the PEBC MCQ exam on my first attempt in May 2025. I originally started by selling my Anki deck, but after receiving several requests for my written study notes as well, I decided to make them available too! These are my personal study notes, written and organized in my own words in a way that helped me understand, remember, and review the material more easily. They were created while working through a popular PEBC MCQ preparation course and reflect the way I personally organized and simplified the information while studying. The notes cover 17 major topic areas.

These notes may be especially helpful if you don’t have the time to create your own notes from scratch. They’re also a more affordable option for those who may not want to invest in a full MCQ preparation course, while still providing organized, easy-to-review study material.

If you'd like to see a sample before purchasing, feel free to email me at lalababess98@gmail.com.

Disclaimer

These study notes are independently created and are not affiliated with, associated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC).

Study Notes: Topic & Subtopic List

1. Cardiology

• Hypertension
• Warfarin Dosing
• Stroke & Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
• Syncope
• Dyslipidaemia
• DVT and PE
• Atrial Fibrillation
• Heart Failure
• Raynaud's Phenomenon
• Acute Coronary Syndrome and Stable Angina

2. Infectious Disease

• Sinusitis
• Meningitis
• UTI
• COVID
• Acute Otitis Media
• Sepsis & Septic Shock
• Diabetic Foot Infections
• Onychomycosis
• Principles of Infectious Disease
• Tick-Borne Infections
• Fungal Infections
• PEP & Occupational Infections
• Tuberculosis
• Pharyngitis & Bronchitis
• Pneumonia
• Influenza
• PEP & PrEP
• Sexually Transmitted Infections
• Herpes Simplex Virus
• Osteomyelitis & Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
• Otitis Externa
• Intra-abdominal Infections
• Viral Hepatitis
• Croup
• Infective Endocarditis

3. Dermatology

• Pruritus (Itch)
• Acne
• Psoriasis
• Burns and Sunburns
• Rosacea
• Lice & Scabies
• Atopic Dermatitis

4. Psychiatry

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Dementia
• Insomnia
• Eating Disorders
• Schizophrenia
• Acute Agitation
• Anxiety and Related Disorders
• Bipolar Disorder
• Depression

5. GU/GI Disorders and Reproductive Systems

• Nausea & Vomiting
• Ulcerative Colitis & Crohn's Disease
• Women's Health
• Dyspepsia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease & Peptic Ulcer Disease
• Medical Abortion
• Pancreatitis
• IBS
• Constipation
• Contraception
• Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
• Urinary Incontinence
• Menopause
• Erectile Dysfunction
• Reproductive Health
• Upper GI Bleeding
• Drugs in Pregnancy & Lactation
• Hepatic Encephalopathy
• Diarrhoea

6. Neurology Disorders

• Opioid and Alcohol Use Disorder
• Bell Palsy and GBS
• Cannabis
• Parkinson's Disease
• Headaches & Migraines
• Pain Management & Palliative Care
• Chronic Spasticity
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Restless Leg Syndrome
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
• Drug Withdrawal Syndromes
• Seizures

7. Musculoskeletal Disorders

• Gout
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Osteoporosis
• MSK Pain
• Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
• Polymyalgia Rheumatica & Giant Cell Arteritis
• Osteoarthritis
• Fibromyalgia

8. Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders

• Diabetes
• Hypothyroidism
• Hyperthyroidism

9. Respiratory Disorders

• Allergic Rhinitis
• Asthma
• COPD

10. Minor Ailments

• Smoking Cessation
• Pediatric Health
• Travel Medicine

12. Ophthalmology

• Eye Health
• Cataract Surgery Post-Operative Care
• Glaucoma

13. Oncology

• Oncology (general)
• Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting

14. Anemias, Electrolytes, Nutrition

• Electrolyte Disorders
• Total Parenteral Nutrition
• Common Anemias

15. Ethics / Law / Canadian Healthcare System

• Health Promotion and Immunizations
• Federal Law
• Ethics
• Canadian Healthcare System

16. Knowledge & Research Methods

• Evidence-Based Medicine and Study Design
• Literature & References

17. Management/Distribution

• Transgender Health
• Hospital Pharmacy
• Compounding
• Social Determinants of Health
• Safety and Documentation
• Pharmacy Management
• Inter-professional Care
• Medication Reconciliation and SOAP