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Essentials of Medical Pharmacology

Essentials of Medical Pharmacology

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This new edition of the textbook is a comprehensive guide to medical pharmacology for students, covering drugs used to treat disorders in different systems of the body, antimicrobial drugs, chemotherapy, and miscellaneous drugs. It has been fully revised to include the latest advances in the field and includes extensive references and illustrations.

Format: Hardback
Length: 1142 pages
Publication date: 23 September 2023
Publisher: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers


This comprehensive guide to medical pharmacology is an essential resource for students, covering a wide range of topics essential for understanding drug use and its effects on the body. The book begins with an overview of pharmacological principles, providing a foundation for the subsequent chapters.

The following sections delve into the use of drugs to treat disorders in different systems of the body, including the cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and neurological systems. Each chapter provides detailed information on the drug classes, mechanisms of action, side effects, and dosing recommendations for specific disorders.

In addition to drug treatment, the book also discusses antimicrobial drugs and chemotherapy, providing an in-depth understanding of these important therapeutic modalities. The final section covers miscellaneous drugs, including immunosuppressant drugs, antiseptics, vitamins, and vaccines.

The eighth edition of this text has been thoroughly revised to reflect the latest advances in the field. New drugs and the latest treatment guidelines have been added, ensuring that students are up-to-date with the most recent developments. Most chapters conclude with an exercise in therapeutic decision-making, helping students apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios.

The text is extensively illustrated with figures, charts, and tables, making it easy to understand complex concepts. Comprehensive appendices cover problem-directed study, prescribing in pregnancy, and drugs in breastfeeding, providing valuable additional information for students and healthcare professionals.

Key points:
Comprehensive guide to medical pharmacology for students
Fully revised, eighth edition featuring many new drugs and latest treatment guidelines
Includes therapeutic decision-making exercises
Previous edition (9789350259375) published in 2013

Weight: 2100g
Dimension: 248 x 171 x 49 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789356964327
Edition number: 8 Revised edition

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