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Pharmacology : An Introductory Text

by: Asperheim, Mary Kaye

Pharmacology : An Introductory Text

by: Asperheim, Mary Kaye

ISBN 13:
9780721695044
ISBN 10:
0721695043
Edition: 9th
Format: Paperback
Copyright: 01/01/2002
Publisher: Elsevier Science Health Science div

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Through eight editions, this popular text has consistently delivered straightforward, no-nonsense coverage of pharmacology basics. The New Edition offers a fresh, two-colour design, a new disorders index, and brand-new coverage of lifespan considerations and alternative therapies.

Roman Numerals	p. 3
Fractions	p. 5
Decimal Fractions	p. 17
Percentage	p. 25
Proportion	p. 29
Fahrenheit and Centigrade	p. 31
Systems of Measurement	p. 33
Dosage for Children	p. 41
Dosage of Drugs Standardized in Units	p. 45
Introduction to Pharmacology	p. 51
Drug Legislation and Standards	p. 53
Pharmaceutical Preparations	p. 57
Introduction to Dosage	p. 59
Administration of Medications	p. 63
Vitamins, Minerals, and General Nutrition	p. 75
Antibiotics and Antifungal, Antiviral, and Antiparasitic Agents	p. 85
Sulfonamides	p. 101
Antihistamines	p. 105
Drugs That Affect the Skin and Mucous Membranes	p. 111
Drugs That Affect the Respiratory System	p. 121
Drugs That Affect the Circulatory System	p. 131
Drugs That Affect the Central Nervous System	p. 147
Tranquilizers and Antidepressants	p. 161
Prostaglandins and Prostaglandin Inhibitors	p. 171
Drugs That Affect the Autonomic Nervous System	p. 177
Drugs That Affect the Digestive System	p. 189
The Endocrine Glands and Hormones	p. 201
Diuretics and Drugs That Affect the Urinary System	p. 217
Antineoplastic Drugs	p. 229
Immunizing Agents and Immunosuppressives	p. 239
Geriatric Medication	p. 247
Drug Therapy in Home Health Care	p. 255
Drug and Alcohol Abuse	p. 261
Glossary	p. 267
Appendix: Canadian Drug Information	p. 275
Index	p. 281
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