Publisher's Synopsis
A definitive reference on medical pharmacology, this book provides comprehensive, up-to-date coverage on all aspects of the subject - including the important details about drugs necessary to understand fundamental concepts, mechanisms of action and clinical applications. Topics are covered in detail by outstanding contributing experts from the United States and around the world. All specialty sections were organized by experts in each particular field.;The book offers such features as: peer reviews of chapters, which should assure that the information is accurate and reliable; coverage of such topics as maternal and foetal medicine, critical care, paediatrics, Alzheimer's disease and other important subject; an organized format - the text includes 10 chapters on nutrients, 14 chapters on dermatology and 9 chapters on toxicology, which allows the reader to quickly find information on specific topics.;The book's presentation enhances the understanding of readers. More than 1000 illustrations are included that support and enhance the text. This book is aimed at all health professionals involved in patient care or drug research.;This book should be of interest to students and practitioners in human medicine, veterinary medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, nursing and public health.
