Focusing on therapeutic applications, this sweeping compendium provides complete, up-to-date, and reliable information on the newest and most widely used prescription and over-the-counter drugs. organized by therapeutic class to enable nurses and other medical practitioners to quickly find the data they need, it offers prolific details on thousands of generic and prescription drugs. Included is nursing process information in drug therapy as well as guidance on the safe use of particular drugs for children and the elderly. ..This updated new edition encompasses antimicrobial and antiparasitic agents, as well as cardiovascular, central nervous system, autonomic nervous system, respiratory tract, gastrointestinal, and eye, ear, nose and throat drugs. Also profiled in depth are hormonal, hematologic, an antineoplastic, immunomodulation, dermatomucosal, and nutritional agents - plus agents for fluid and electrolyte balance. This indispensable and highly affordable guide concludes with a detailed index of all generic and brand names and therapeutic categories.

Delmar's Therapeutic Drug Guide, 1997, Used [Paperback]