Synopsis:
This is a concise study guide and thorough introduction to clinical pharmacology from which students can gain a rapid understanding of individual topics within the discipline, and from which they can review and revise certain topics before exams. This is achieved through self-contained two-page "spreads" for each topic, with concise text on the left and a diagram on the right to elaborate and reinforce the text. To further underpin the text, additional two page spreads have been included where appropriate, with case histories on the left and Q&As on the right. The text has a strong clinical focus and, in the main, sections relate to particular body systems or the therapy of a disease-class (eg, cancer). Pharmacological principles and mechanisms are covered, but the main focus is on the therapeutic use of the drugs. Sections cover basic principles of pharmacology, specialised pharmacology (inc. in pregnancy, paediatrics, geriatrics), and the vitamins. The text has been written primarily for pharmacy students, but will also be of interest to clinical medical students. The strong clinical focus should also appeal to practitioners.
From the Back Cover:
Concise Clinical Pharmacology is a thorough introduction to the subject from which students can gain a rapid understanding of individual topics within the discipline. Pharmacological principles and mechanisms are covered, with a focus on the therapeutic use of the drugs. This new textbook has a strong clinical focus and relates to particular body systems or the therapy of a disease class. 128 topics are covered including: Alzheimer’s disease · Treatment of adrenal disorders · Drug addiction · Insomnia · HRT · Bowel disorders · Gastrointestinal infections · Osteoporosis · Diabetes · Antipsychotic drugs · Genitourinary systems The information is presented in an accessible format to assist understanding and revision for exams. Each topic appears with concise text and a diagram to elaborate and reinforce the text. The book concludes with an extensive glossary of terminology to support the text. Concise Clinical Pharmacology will be invaluable to undergraduate pharmacy students, and clinical medical students. The strong clinical focus should also appeal to practitioners.
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