pharmacology books


	Modern Pharmacology With Clinical Applications, Sixth Edition by: Charles R Craig, Robert E Stitzel publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, published: 2003-06-01 ISBN: 0781737621 sales rank: 598859 Product Description West Virginia School of Medicine, Morgantown. Textbook provides an introduction to the major principles of pharmacology and clinical uses. Each chapter includes study questions and case studies. Provides a section on physiology followed by a detailed listing of the various drugs used to treat specific conditions. Previous edition: c1997. Softcover. Review This book is way to in depth for anyone getting pharmacology crammed down their throat. I'm sorry your school made you buy this. You will probably never use it. This is a great resource for learning how to make informed decisions about which drugs are right for your clients based on their individual medical history. If you are looking for a book that will teach you about drug dosing, this is NOT the book for you. It IS designed to teach mechanism of action, pharmacokenetics, adverse reactions, etc, of drugs based on their classification. The only drawback I found was that from chapter to chapter there were so many different authors, that there was an inconsistency in the writing and teaching styles. Some chapters were well written for my level of education (I am a nurse practitioner student), while others were talking well above my head. Most of us in NP school took our chemistry classes many years ago, so those authors who delve deep into the chemical level of drugs needed to clarify and simplify some of their teachings. Otherwise, this is a great teaching tool.
	Principles of Pharmacology for Athletic Trainers by: Joel Houglum, Gary Harrelson, Deidre Leaver-Dunn publisher: Thomson Delmar Learning, published: 2005-12-31 ISBN: 1556425945 sales rank: 700480 Product Description The goal of this book is to provide a true reference on pharmacology for prospective and existing athletic trainers. The competency domain of pharmacology, a major element in today?s AT Programs will be covered inside. Additional topics include Principles of Drug Action, Administering and Dispensing Drugs, Drugs for Treating Pain, and a Glossary of Common Pharmacology Terms and Abbreviations. Review
	Small Animal Clinical Pharmacology publisher: Saunders Ltd., published: 2008-02-14 ISBN: 0702028584 sales rank: 292407 Product Description Small Animal Clinical Pharmacology is a practical, clinically-oriented pharmacology text designed to provide the veterinary student and practitioner with all the relevant information needed when designing drug treatment regimens for pets in small animal veterinary practice. Comprehensively updated and revised, the second edition of this core text covers essential new information on drugs used in the management of a range of presenting conditions including heart disease and cardiac arrhythmias. For the second edition new authors, superb new illustrations and a second colour have all been introduced. With its unique approach combining a thorough understanding of the pharmacological action of drugs with a basic understanding of the relevant physiology and pathophysiology of systems and tissues affected, Small Animal Clinical Pharmacology continues to be an indispensable book for all veterinary students and practitioners.Organised by drug class in a uniform and detailed structure which means it is easy to locate key information on dose rates, routes of administration, drug interactions and special considerations at a glanceKey chapters based around treatment of disorders of particular body systems, eg cardiovascular and thyroid disordersEssential introductory chapters covering pharmacokinetics, general pharmacological principles and adverse reactions for a thorough basic grounding in the subjectAll authors are experienced clinicians and recognised experts in their field who bring a down to earth and practical approach to the text Review The first edition saw me through veterinary school but having obtained a copy of the second edition has prompted me to re-read. Not only does it provide an excellent review of veterinary pharmaceuticals, it also relates them nicely back to physiology so it is a fantastic review of many of the principles of internal medicine as an added bonus (painless too!). As a general practitioner I especially appreciated the chapter on adverse drug reactions, which alerted me to a few common ADRs I was not familiar with. I also enjoyed the comprehensive chapter on antiparasitic drugs as these are so common in practice and reading labels just doesn't cut it when clients ask detailed questions about interactions, efficacy, resistance and all those things clients want to know. Each page held a new discovery. eg I did not know that piperonyl butoxide antagonises the antiparasitic action of fipronil...but when clients feel one isn't working they add the other then feel doubly frustrated when they get nowhere. The tables in this chapter in particular are exceptional references and will save one from sifting through I don't-know-how-many journals to get the answer! Its a very practical book in that respect, which is great for busy vets. It provides a friendly review of the principles of pharmacology and chapters on everything from chemotherapy to drugs and reproduction and ocular clinical pharmacology, and dose rates and extensive tables are provided throughout. One of the nicest things is that detailed info on adverse effects are provided, even if only one or two reports exist, allowing clinicians to make the most informed decisions. Obviously this is a terrific text for vet students but I think most working vets will find this a very practical, non-threatening review of the agents they work with on a daily basis. Aside from reading it cover to cover (not an honour I confer on many textbooks and quite an unexpected thrill) its something I'll continue to refer to daily. I can't recommend this book highly enough not only for students but all general practitioners and locums. Armed with this book- SCAP, "The 5 minute Consult" and the "BSAVA Drug Formulary", there would be very few conditions or concerns that could not be queried and resolved by the information contained within those 3 books. I now have space on my crowed bookshelf as so many other books have been replaced by the above triad SACP 2nd edition not only delivers the vision of the author to be clinically appropriate but because the information is presented in such a crisp clear and scientifically rigorous manner, the author also ignites a curiosity in the reader about matters pharmacological which draws the vets back to read more and expand their knowledge generally. This book is an excellent and practical clinical reference and should be on every practice bookshelf. Mine was so good someone stole it and I had to purchase another one.
	Integrated Pharmacology: With Student Consult Access (INTEGRATED PHARMACOLOGY (PAGE)) by: Clive Page, Brian Hoffman, Michael Curtis, Michael Walker publisher: Mosby, published: 2006-04-28 ISBN: 0323040802 sales rank: 248504 Product Description Thoroughly updated, the 3rd Edition of this popular text continues to take its fresh approach to studying pharmacology by examining drugs in the context of the diseases they are used to treat within each body system. Drug action is clearly explained at the molecular, cellular, tissue, and organ levels. Numerous high-quality, full-color illustrations, plus at-a-glance boxes and tables, help you to more easily understand the complex ways in which modern drugs are used to treat diseases.Bonus access to STUDENT CONSULT! At www.studentconsult.com, you'll find: The complete text and illustrations of the book online, fully searchable Downloadable image bank, perfect for essays and presentations50 free "Integration Links" to bonus content in other STUDENT CONSULT titlesContent clipping for handheld devicesAn interactive community centre with a wealth of additional resources, and much more!New sections on drug treatments in special populations, including the elderly, children, and pregnant patientsOnline USMLE-style questions that help you review the materialMore than 600 superb conceptual illustrations which clarify complex materialKey Fact summary boxes to help you make the most of your study timeAdverse Effect boxes that highlight critical information Review This book is the perfect level of detail for the average medical student. It is a middle ground between Goodman and Gilman and the simpler review books like Lippincott's Illustrated Reviews or Pharm Made Ridiculously Simple. It provides excellent information is a well-written, readable way, and explains most mechanisms in good detail. I used this book during my pharmacology course and things proved to be harder than i expected. I always ended up looking things up in different books trying to understand why is this and why is that because despite its 600 pages this textbook somehow remains a review delevering only core information with inadequate degree of explanation. If you are in textbooks that go by "the x drug has the y side-effect" not explaing the underlying mechanism then this is definately your book! I have been teaching basic pharmacology to dental students for about 10 years. For my taste, the best, most authorative and comprehensive pharmacolgy text is Goodman and Gilman's The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. However, many students will not put forth the effort to take advantage of this 2,000 page text. These students will often seek out outline-style books that lack adequate detail for this level of education (e.g., Clinical Pharmacology Made Ridiculously Simple or the Lange Review Book on Pharmacology ). This text by Page et al fills the gap between G & G and the review books. It's strengths include plentiful, high quality illustrations and good organization of the text. A weakness is its orientation to British medicine and dentistry. Still, I find it a good text to use for introducing basic concepts. Dental and Medical students can then build upon the material in this text by referring to G & G or literature references. Another positive factor in the student's eyes is cost: approx 1/2 of Goodman and Gilman. MAS
	Pharmacology and Therapeutics for Dentistry by: John A. Yagiela DDS PhD, Frank J. Dowd DDS PhD, Enid A. Neidle PhD publisher: Mosby, published: 2004-08-04 ISBN: 0323016189 sales rank: 456501 Product Description Emphasizing the clinical application of drugs used in dental treatment, this comprehensive text covers the basic principles of drugs and their actions on the body. Providing a solid understanding of pharmacology content, it helps readers thoroughly evaluate a patient's current medical status and best optimize dental treatment in relation to overall health. Review
	Real-World Nursing Survival Guide: Pharmacology by: Linda E. McCuistion PhD RN ANP CNS, Kathleen Gutierrez PhD RN ANP CNS publisher: Saunders, published: 2002-01 ISBN: 0721690475 sales rank: 256464 Product Description REAL-WORLD NURSING SURVIVAL GUIDE - PHARMACOLOGY is a study and review aid for nursing students struggling with this complex subject area. It offers a visual, interactive approach that clearly and engagingly explains topics such as drug pharmacodynamics, pharmacotherapeutics, and pharmacokinetics as well as the nurse's responsibilities in determining risk factors and administering medications. The first section of the book presents content in an illustrated multi-modal approach that explains key concepts and reviews topics with a range of engaging learning activities. The last section contains 150 NCLEX review questions with answers and rationales for correct and incorrect answers. Review This book definately takes all the stuff from our big texts and condenses it and makes it much easier to understand. The helpful hints in the margins are great. This is makes pharmacology much easier to apply to clinical. I highly recommend it! I also purchased Clinical Pharmacology made incredibly easy---have really enjoyed both books. This book takes all the stuff from our big texts and condenses it and makes it much easier to understand. The helpful hints in the margins are great. This is making pharmacology much easier to apply to clinical. I highly recommend it!
	Pharmacology Recall Audio (Recall Series) by: Anand Ramachandran publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, published: 2007-07-01 ISBN: 0781766591 sales rank: 696773 Product Description Now you can study for course and USMLE exams on the run any time and anywhere with this audio version of Pharmacology Recall. With over 400 rapid-fire questions and answers in downloadable MP3 files, you can have this review tool available wherever you go to help you memorize the most crucial facts. Files can be used on any digital audio playback device. The questions and answers were developed by more than 20 MDs and medical students and reviewed by pharmacology experts. Review I bought this product as the hardcopy book actually which CAME WITH A CODE FOR ACCESS TO ALL THE AUDIO FILES! Do not pay the same price for audio only when you could get the hardcopy too for basically the same cost. Love the audio but don't pay for it when its free if you just buy the book. I had been searching for an audio pharmacy review to listen to while driving. I was so glad to find this product. I've only listened to the antimicrobial chapters so far, but have been very happy with the information presented.
	Underground Clinical Vignettes Step 1: Pharmacology by: Todd A Swanson, Sandra I Kim, Medina C Kushen publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, published: 2007-06-01 ISBN: 0781764858 sales rank: 126824 Product Description Completely revised by new authors, this Fifth Edition presents 100 patient cases designed specifically to prepare students for clinical vignettes on the USMLE Step 1. Each case proceeds from chief complaint through diagnostic workup and treatment and includes buzzwords in history taking, physical examination, laboratory tests, imaging, and pathology. This edition's cases give greater emphasis to pathogenesis, epidemiology, differential diagnosis, management, and complications and include radiologic images, photographs, tables, and algorithms. A new two-page format encourages students to read the case presentation and formulate an initial diagnosis before turning the page for the answer. The book ends with twenty all-new board-format questions and answers. Review
	Focus on Nursing Pharmacology- W/CD by: Amy M. Karch publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, published: 2006 ISBN: 0007015429 sales rank: 400790 Product Description Now in its Third Edition, this text presents essential pharmacology concepts in a streamlined, user-friendly fashion. Organized by body system, the book methodically explains the rationale for each drug class's therapeutic actions, contraindications, and adverse effects, ensuring that students fully understand this important content. Each chapter includes drug summary tables (with dosages), Drug Therapy Across the Lifespan boxes, all-inclusive nursing care guides based on a typical case study with critical thinking tips and patient teaching checklists. Each chapter ends with NCLEX®-style questions and other questions to form a mini-study guide. New to this edition are Prototype Drug boxes with details on prototype drugs; Focus on the Evidence boxes promoting evidence-based practice; mid-chapter Focus Points summaries of key content; Focus on Patient Safety emphasizing the importance of delivering medications correctly to the patient; and increased pharmacokinetics information. A bound-in CD-ROM contains more than 700 patient teaching printouts, Canadian drug regulations, a free video on medication administration, additional NCLEX®-style questions, and other learning tools. Review
	G Protein-coupled Receptors: Molecular Pharmacology by: Georges Vauquelin, Bengt von Mentzer publisher: Wiley, published: 2008-01-28 ISBN: 047051647X sales rank: 926975 Product Description G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) are membrane proteins that transduce a vast array of extracellular signals into intracellular reactions ranging from cell-cell communication processes to physiological responses. They play an important role in a variety of diseases from cancer and diabetes, to neurodegenerative, inflammatory and respiratory disorders. GPCRs are therefore of utmost interest in drug development: over half of all prescription drugs currently on the market act by targeting these receptors directly or indirectly. G Protein-coupled Receptors: Molecular Pharmacology provides a clear summary of the current knowledge in this fast-evolving field. The book sets out with an introduction to signalling molecules and their receptors, and an overview of the technical approaches used to investigate these interactions. Structural, functional and especially pharmacological aspects of GPCRs are then discussed in more detail and much attention is devoted to the analysis and interpretation of experimental data. The now widespread use of recombinant cell lies, receptor mutants and related artifices in drug research is critically evaluated. Special attention is also devoted to topical but often poorly understood concepts, such as insurmountable antagonism, inverse agonism and allosteric interactions. By combining general information with the major state-of-the-art concepts in GPCR-research, this outstanding book equips the reader with the necessary background for understanding and critically evaluating the current literature. Written by two experts from academia and industry, G Protein-coupled Receptors: Molecular Pharmacology offers a unique view of academic and applied approaches aiming to reveal new ideas in pharmaceutical research. The book is of interest to anyone involved in drug development and preclinical research and those who need to function within multi-disciplinary teams in the pharmaceutical industry: from investigators to product managers or clinicians who seek to have a broad mechanistic understanding of drug-receptor interactions. It is also an invaluable resource for final year undergraduate and postgraduate students in pharmacology and cell and molecular biology. Review

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