A Pharmacological Guide to Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Medications

This book provides a comprehensive source of information on NSAIDs, including their mechanism, pharmacological actions, adverse drug reactions, usage in various conditions, and pharmacogenomics. It is written in simple and easily understandable language, making it suitable for undergraduate and post-graduate medical students of all specialties. Updated information on the use of NSAIDs in COVID has also been included.

Format: Hardback
Length: 366 pages
Publication date: 01 September 2021
Publisher: Nova Science Publishers Inc

The purpose of this comprehensive book is to provide a detailed and up-to-date source of information on non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). NSAIDs are widely used and prescribed to individuals of all age groups, making them an essential component of medical treatment. This book is particularly valuable for undergraduate and post-graduate medical students from various specialties, as it offers a novel approach to understanding these medications.

Written in simple and easily understandable language, this book aims to reach a wide audience. It is primarily focused on NSAIDs and related topics such as their mechanism and pharmacological actions, adverse drug reactions, fixed dose combinations, overdose poisoning, usage in neurological conditions, geriatrics, pediatrics, and pregnancy, NSAID-induced gastropathy and nephropathy, NSAIDs in oncology, pharmacogenomics, and their role in COVID-19.

It is important to note that the use of NSAIDs is associated with a diverse range of adverse drug effects, emphasizing the significance of drug selection in various clinical scenarios. Each chapter of the book presents the pharmacology of NSAIDs within the framework of biochemical, physiologic, or pathophysiological systems. By covering topics such as the basic concepts of NSAIDs on existing and newer drugs, their pharmacological use in different organ systems across different age groups, and the latest information on their use in COVID-19, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of NSAIDs.

Detailed drug information is provided in aspects of drug selection and its contraindications based on patients' disease status and updated approaches in newer clinical perspectives. Diagrams, tables, and flowcharts are included to enhance the understanding of complex concepts, making the content more accessible and engaging.

At the end of each chapter, useful references are provided for further reading, allowing readers to delve deeper into specific topics of interest. This book serves as a valuable resource for healthcare professionals, students, and researchers seeking to enhance their knowledge and understanding of NSAIDs and their applications in modern medicine.

Weight: 625g
ISBN-13: 9781536198362