This comprehensive and well-written book presents the fundamental concepts of Pharmacotherapeutics, aiming at the safe and effective use of drugs in the treatment of disease. It is interdisciplinary in its approach and provides a basis for understanding the actions and uses of drugs in man. It is written in a simple and easy-to-understand language. The text is divided into sixteen chapters
Essentials of Pharmacotherapeutics is an indispensable guide that connects the dots between pathophysiology, pharmacology and clinical application of drugs. Perfectly suited for pharmacy students and academic professionals, this book provides a recent and updated overview of pharmacotherapy in easy-to-understand language. The book is a perfect blend of reference and examination-oriented material. But the highlight of the book lies in the incorporation of various case studies at the end of each chapter, allowing students to apply theoretical concepts to real-life scenarios. This comprehensive text of therapeutics contains lucid language, diagrams, flowcharts and tables wherever necessary, making it highly accessible to students of all levels. Although the book has been carefully researched, the effectiveness of any therapy may vary based on clinical examinations and individual sensitivities. The book is a great resource for anyone looking to understand the fundamentals of pharmacotherapy of diseases and is an enthusiastic effort to provide a complete understanding of the field.Contents: Section I: Cardiovascular Disorders 1. Hyperlipidaemia 2. Angina Pectoris 3. Electrophysiology of Heart 4. Myocardial Infarction 5. Congestive Heart Failure 6. Hypertension 7. Stroke 8. Venous Thromboembolism Section II: Respiratory Disorders 9. Asthma 10. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11. Pulmonary Function Tests Section III: Endocrine Disorders 12. Diabetic Mellitus 13. Thyroid Disorders Section IV: Special Population 14. Geriatrics 15. Pediatrics 16. Pregnancy and Lactation 17. Rational Drug Use Section V: Opthalmic Disorders 18. Conjunctivitis 19. Glaucoma Section VI: Renal Disorders 20. Acute Renal Failure 21. Chronic Kidney Disease 22. Renal Dialysis 23. Drug-Induced Kidney Disease Section VII: Immunologic Disorders 24. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Section VIII: Bone and Joint Disorders 25. Rheumatoid Arthritis 26. Osteoarthritis 27. Gout and Hyperuricemia 28. Spondylitis 29. Osteoporosis Section IX: Dermatologic Disorders 30. Psoriasis 31. Scabies 32. Eczema 33. Impetigo Section X: Oncology 34. Basic Principles of Cancer Therapy 35. Cancer Chemotherapeutic Agents 36. Chemotherapy Induced Nausea and Emesis 37. Breast Cancer 38. Leukemia Section XI: Infectious Diseases 39. Surgical Prophylaxis 40. Antimicrobial Regimen Selection 41. Tuberculosis 42. Meningitis 43. Respiratory Tract Infections 44. Gastroenteritis 45. Endocarditis 46. Urinary Tract Infections 47. Malaria 48. HIV (Human Immuno Deficiency Virus) 49. AIDS and Opportunistic Infections 50. Superficial Fungal Infections 51. Invasive Fungal Infections 52. Viral Diseases 53. Influenza 54. Sexually Transmitted Diseases Section XII: Gastrointestinal Disorders 55. Alcoholic Liver Disease 56. Drug Induced Liver Disorders 57. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) 58. Inflammatory Bowel Disease 59. Viral Hepatitis 60. Jaundice 61. Peptic Ulcer Disease Section XIII: Hematological Disorders 62. Anemias Section XIV: Neurological Disorders 63. Epilepsy 64. Headache Disorders 65. Pain Management 66. Parkinsonism Disease Section XV: Psychiatric Disorders 67. Alzheimer’s Disease 68. Anxiety Disorders 69. Schizophrenia 70. Sleep Disorders 71. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
This ideal starter text for student nurses aims to make pharmacology less intimidating and focuses on the knowledge needed at pre-registration level in order to practice as a newly qualified nurse, in a variety of different settings.
Critical Care Pharmacotherapeutics presents information on the fundamentals of critical care practice from a pharmacist's point of view. This accessible text is an excellent introduction to critical care pharmacy. Pharmacy students, residents, and new pharmacists will learn about the medications used and approaches to pharmaceutical care for the critically ill patient. This text is also a helpful reference for students during an ICU advanced practice experience or for a pharmacy resident during an ICU rotation.
General Pharmacology 2. Drugs Acting On The Central Nervous System 3. Drugs Acting On The Peripheral Nervous System 4. Drugs Acting On The Cardiovascular System 5. Drugs Acting On The Haemopoietic System 6. Drugs Acting On The Genito-Urinary System 7. Drugs Acting On The Endocrine System 8. The Vitamins 9. Systemic Anti-Infective Agents 10. Local Anti-Infective Agentgs 11. Autacoids 12. Drugs Acting On The Gastrointestinal System 13. Drugs Acting On The Respiratory System 14. Heavy Metals And Chelating Agents 15. Vaccines And Antisera 16. Diagnostic Agents, Hyperbaric Oxygen And Enzymes In Therapy 17. Newer DrugS Digest Appendices Index
A firm grasp of the functions of living organisms is one of the most important prerequisites to pharmacy study. The long-awaited second edition of Essentials of Human Physiology presents concepts in physiology in a way that prepares students for their subsequent study of pathophysiology, pharmacology, and pharmacotherapeutics. Thoroughly
Publisher's Note: Products purchased from 3rd Party sellers are not guaranteed by the Publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Be ready to prescribe and administer drugs safely and effectively--and grasp all the vitals of pharmacology--with the fully updated Pharmacotherapeutics for Advanced Practice, 4th edition. Written by pharmacology nursing experts, this easy-to-read text offers proven frameworks for treating more than 50 common diseases and disorders. Learn how to identify disorders, review possible therapies, then prescribe and monitor drug treatment, accurately. Based on current evidence and real-life patient scenarios, this is the perfect pharmacology learning guide and on-the-spot clinical resource. Absorb the key principles and practical methods for accurate prescribing and monitoring, with . . . NEW chapter on Parkinson's disease, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis NEWand updated therapies, and updated and additional case studies, with sample questions NEW content on the impacts of the Affordable Care Act Updated chapters on complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and pharmacogenomics Updated evidence-basedalgorithms and drugtables - Listing uses, mechanisms, adverse effects, drug interactions, contraindications, and monitoring parameters, organized by drug class; quick access to generic and trade names and dosages Quick-scan format organizes information by body system Chapter features include: Brief overview - Pathophysiology of each disorder, and relevant classes of drugs Monitoring Patient Response section - What to monitor, and when Patient Education section - Includes information on CAM for each disorder Drug Overview tables - Usual dose, contraindications and side effects, and special considerations Algorithms - Visual cues on how to approach treatment Updated Recommended Order of Treatment tables - First-, second- and third-line drug therapies for each disorder Answers to Case Study Questions for each disorder - Strengthens critical thinking skills Selecting the Most Appropriate Agentsection - The thought process for choosing an initial drug therapy Principles of Therapeuticsunit - Avoiding medication errors; pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics; impact of drug interactions and adverse events; principles of pharmacotherapy for pediatrics, pregnancy/lactation, and geriatrics Disorders units - Pharmacotherapy for disorders in various body systems Pharmacotherapy in Health Promotion unit - Smoking cessation, immunizations, weight management Women's Health unit - Including contraception, menopause, and osteoporosis Integrative Approach to Patient Care unit - Issues to consider when presented with more than one diagnosis Standard pharmacotherapeutics text for nurse practitioners, students, and physician assistants Ancillaries - Case Study answers, multiple choice questions and answers for every chapter, PowerPoints, Acronyms List
Now in its third edition, Principles of Pharmacology presents content in a conceptual framework that maximizes understanding and retention and minimizes rote memorization. It takes students "beyond the disease" and deep into physiologic, biochemical, and pathophysiologic systems where drugs activate or inhibit these systems by interacting with molecular and cellular targets. This unique approach ensures understanding of the mechanisms of drug actions on the body, and ultimately, in treating the human patient. Ideal for introductory pharmacology courses that emphasize critical thinking, molecular understanding, systems-based integration, and clinical preparation, the text: Features chapter-opening clinical cases and questions to establish a context for the discussion and the answers that follow Presents signature drug summary tables, updated and organized by mechanism of action, with information on clinical applications, adverse effects, contraindications, and therapeutic considerations Incorporates NEW full-color illustrations throughout, suiting the needs of visual learners and more effectively presenting concepts covered in the narrative Integrates timely content, including recently approved drugs as well as current research on drug mechanisms of action Delivers course and review material appropriate for students through a uniquely collaborative authorship consisting of medical students, residents, and faculty
This exceptional text builds your knowledge of pharmacology by first providing an overview of pharmacologic principles and then teaching you how to apply those principles to clinical practice. Focusing on applying pharmacologic scientific knowledge to clinical practice, it explains diagnostic and treatment reasoning and rational drug selection, while providing useful clinical pearls from experienced practitioners.
Delivers the critical information primary care providers need to be thoroughly informed prescribers This unique resource—an evidence-based pharmacology text and reference for advanced practice students and clinicians—guides users in analyzing the pharmacological foundations of drug therapy and fosters the development of sound clinical judgment in determining the appropriate medication for every patient across the lifespan. Targeting the specific needs of APRN and PA students and clinicians, the text is a “bridge” between standard, lengthy pharmacology texts and quick pocket references that lack information regarding key pharmacotherapy principles. Featuring an applied therapeutic approach to major disorders and their pharmacologic treatment, the book examines how medications act on the body and visa versa, while teaching the rationale for using specific therapeutic agents or drug classes. Each chapter includes case studies that apply the concepts discussed, relevant diagnostic studies, applicable guidelines, genomics, and important lifespan considerations. Of special interest is a chapter on pharmacogenetics explaining the basic principles underlying our current understanding of genetic variations in response to pharmacotherapy and adverse drug reactions. Easily digestible chapters include objectives and review questions. Ancillary resources include an instructor manual with learning objectives, chapter summaries, and case studies; chapter PowerPoint slides; test bank; and image bank. Key Features: Delivers an applied, evidence-based foundation on the basic science underlying prescribing Targets the specific needs of APRN and PA students and professionals and related healthcare providers Provides clinical decision-making tools and principles to support sound prescribing judgment Focuses on synthesizing drugs to manage commonly occurring disorders Includes strategies for addressing the needs of specific populations throughout the lifespan Includes abundant case studies illuminating key concepts Includes a robust instructor manual with learning objectives, chapter summaries, and case studies; PowerPoint slides; test bank; and image bank. Purchase includes access to the eBook for use on most mobile devices or computers.
