Publisher's Synopsis
This text provides up-to-date information on the rational prescription of drugs in developing countries. It gives details of the uses of a broad range of available drugs, how to administer them, their contra-indications and effects. Disease coverage is wide and special emphasis is given to diseases that are particularly important in tropical countries. Included are the comparative costs of different drugs which should enable doctors, nurses and medical supply officers to minimize expenditure. Designed in tabular form, it should prove useful to hospitals and general practitioners throughout the world.
