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Basic and practical, this essential book provides an extensive framework of drug information in a concise format for allied health learners. Learn calculations quickly through a simplified step-by-step process. Discover key drug information by classifications, such as their purpose, side effects, cautions, and interactions, or utilize the resource to refresh your knowledge of drugs. Plug in the free accompanying CD-ROM and master pharmacology through quizzes, games, and case studies. Open this resource now and see how easy learning pharmacology can be.

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• List of Tables(p. xiii)
• Preface(p. xix)
• How to Use This Textbook(p. xxiv)
• How to Use the StudyWARE(p. xxvii)
• Part I Introduction
• Chapter 1 Consumer Safety and Drug Regulations(p. 3)
• Drug Laws(p. 4)
• FDA and DEA(p. 8)
• Health Care Workers and the Law(p. 9)
• Chapter 2 Drug Names and References(p. 11)
• Classifications(p. 12)
• Identifying Names(p. 12)
• Legal Terms Referring to Drugs(p. 15)
• Terms Indicating Drug Actions(p. 16)
• Drug References(p. 18)
• The Internet as Reference(p. 19)
• Drug Cards(p. 20)
• Chapter 3 Sources and Bodily Effects of Drugs(p. 23)
• Sources of Drugs(p. 23)
• Effects of Drugs(p. 26)
• Drug Processing by the Body (Pharmacokinetics)(p. 26)
• Absorption(p. 27)
• Distribution(p. 28)
• Metabolism(p. 29)
• Excretion(p. 29)
• Other Variables(p. 29)
• Unexpected Responses to Drugs(p. 34)
• Chapter 4 Medication Preparations and Supplies(p. 38)
• A Space-Age Drug Form(p. 39)
• Standard Drug Forms(p. 39)
• Supplies(p. 48)
• Chapter 5 Abbreviations and Systems of Measurement(p. 55)
• Abbreviations(p. 55)
• Systems of Measurement(p. 61)
• Chapter 6 Safe Dosage Preparation(p. 66)
• Basic Arithmetic Test(p. 67)
• Calculation Guidelines(p. 68)
• Method 1 Basic Calculation(p. 68)
• Method 2 Ratio and Proportion(p. 71)
• Pediatric Dosage(p. 74)
• Geriatric Dosage(p. 76)
• Prevention of Medication Errors(p. 76)
• Chapter 7 Responsibilities and Principles of Drug Administration(p. 82)
• Responsible Drug Administration(p. 82)
• Medication Errors(p. 84)
• Principles of Administration(p. 84)
• Chapter 8 Administration by the Gastrointestinal Route(p. 93)
• Administration of Medications Orally(p. 95)
• Administration of Medications by Nasogastric Tube(p. 100)
• Administration of Medications by Gastric Tube(p. 102)
• Administration of Medications Rectally(p. 103)
• Chapter 9 Administration by the Parenteral Route(p. 109)
• Sublingual and Buccal Administration(p. 110)
• Transcutaneous Drug Delivery System(p. 111)
• Inhalation Therapy(p. 112)
• Injections(p. 116)
• Skin Medications(p. 131)
• Application to the Mucous Membranes(p. 131)
• Eye Medications(p. 131)
• Chapter 10 Poison Control(p. 140)
• Poisoning by Ingestion(p. 141)
• Poisoning by Inhalation(p. 142)
• External Poisoning of Skin or Eyes(p. 142)
• Poisoning by Sting and Snakebite(p. 142)
• People at Risk(p. 143)
• Part II Drug Classifications
• Chapter 11 Vitamins, Minerals, and Herbs(p. 151)
• Fat-Soluble Vitamins(p. 153)
• Water-Soluble Vitamins(p. 157)
• Minerals(p. 165)
• Antioxidants(p. 174)
• Alternative Medicines(p. 175)
• References(p. 181)
• Online References(p. 182)
• Chapter 12 Skin Medications(p. 188)
• Antipruritics(p. 189)
• Corticosteroids(p. 190)
• Emollients and Demulcents(p. 191)
• Keratolytics(p. 191)
• Scabicides and Pediculicides(p. 192)
• Antifungals(p. 193)
• Antivirals(p. 196)
• Local Anti-Infectives(p. 196)
• Agents Used to Treat Acne(p. 198)
• Cautions for Topical Medications(p. 200)
• Chapter 13 Autonomic Nervous System Drugs(p. 206)
• Adrenergics(p. 207)
• Adrenergic Blockers(p. 208)
• Cholinergics(p. 210)
• Cholinergic Blockers(p. 212)
• Chapter 14 Antineoplastic Drugs(p. 218)
• Antimetabolites(p. 219)
• Alkylating Agents(p. 220)
• Plant Alkaloids(p. 221)
• Antibiotic Antineoplastics(p. 222)
• Hormone Therapy(p. 222)
• Biological Response Modifiers(p. 223)
• Monoclonal Antibodies(p. 224)
• Radioactive Isotopes(p. 224)
• Cautions and Responsibilities for Antineoplastic Drugs(p. 225)
• Chapter 15 Urinary System Drugs(p. 231)
• Diuretics(p. 231)
• Medications for Gout(p. 238)
• Antispasmodics(p. 240)
• Cholinergics(p. 241)
• Analgesics(p. 242)
• Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH)(p. 243)
• Alpha-Blockers(p. 243)
• Chapter 16 Gastrointestinal Drugs(p. 249)
• Antacids(p. 249)
• Agents for Treatment of Ulcers and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease(p. 251)
• Antispasmodics/Anticholinergics(p. 254)
• For Inflammatory Bowel Disease(p. 255)
• Antidiarrhea Agents(p. 256)
• Antiflatulents(p. 258)
• Laxatives and Cathartics(p. 260)
• Antiemetics(p. 264)
• Prophylaxis(p. 264)
• Chapter 17 Anti-infective Drugs(p. 271)
• Vaccines(p. 274)
• Aminoglycosides(p. 274)
• Cephalosporins(p. 275)
• Macrolides(p. 277)
• Penicillins(p. 278)
• Quinolones(p. 281)
• Tetracyclines(p. 282)
• Antifungals(p. 283)
• Antituberculosis Agents(p. 286)
• Miscellaneous Anti-Infectives(p. 290)
• Agents for VRE(p. 291)
• Antivirals(p. 292)
• Treatment of Human Immunodeficiency Virus/AIDS Infections(p. 295)
• HIV Information and Resources(p. 300)
• Sulfonamides(p. 302)
• Urinary Anti-Infectives(p. 303)
• Chapter 18 Eye Medications(p. 311)
• Anti-Infectives(p. 311)
• Anti-Inflammatory Agents(p. 313)
• Antiglaucoma Agents(p. 314)
• Mydriatics(p. 322)
• Local Anesthetics(p. 323)
• Chapter 19 Analgesics, Sedatives, and Hypnotics(p. 328)
• Analgesics(p. 329)
• Local Anesthetic(p. 338)
• Antimigraine Agents(p. 339)
• Sedatives and Hypnotics(p. 340)
• Chapter 20 Psychotropic Medications, Alcohol, and Drug Abuse(p. 348)
• CNS Stimulants(p. 349)
• Selective Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor (SNRI)(p. 352)
• Antidepressants(p. 352)
• Antimanic Agents(p. 357)
• Anxiolytics(p. 359)
• Antipsychotic Medications/Major Tranquilizers(p. 362)
• Alcohol(p. 369)
• Drug Abuse(p. 371)
• Chapter 21 Musculoskeletal and Anti-inflammatory Drugs(p. 382)
• Skeletal Muscle Relaxants(p. 382)
• Anti-Inflammatory Drugs(p. 385)
• Osteoporosis Therapy(p. 390)
• Chapter 22 Anticonvulsants, Antiparkinsonian Drugs, and Agents for Alzheimer's Disease(p. 396)
• Anticonvulsants(p. 396)
• Drugs for Absence Epilepsy(p. 397)
• Drugs for Grand Mal and Psychomotor Epilepsy(p. 398)
• Antiparkinsonian Drugs(p. 400)
• Agents for Alzheimer's Disease(p. 405)
• Chapter 23 Endocrine System Drugs(p. 412)
• Pituitary Hormones(p. 413)
• Adrenal Corticosteroids(p. 413)
• Thyroid Agents(p. 416)
• Antithyroid Agents(p. 418)
• Antidiabetic Agents(p. 418)
• Chapter 24 Reproductive System Drugs(p. 436)
• Androgens(p. 437)
• Impotence Agents(p. 439)
• Estrogens(p. 439)
• Progestins(p. 443)
• Choice of Contraceptives(p. 448)
• Drugs for Labor and Delivery(p. 451)
• Other Gonadotropic Drugs(p. 455)
• Infertility Drugs(p. 455)
• Chapter 25 Cardiovascular Drugs(p. 464)
• Cardiac Glycosides(p. 465)
• Antiarrhythmic Agents(p. 467)
• Antihypertensives(p. 473)
• Other Antihypertensives(p. 476)
• Coronary Vasodilators(p. 479)
• Antilipemic Agents(p. 482)
• Vasoconstrictors(p. 486)
• Anticoagulants(p. 486)
• Platelet Inhibitor Therapy(p. 490)
• Thrombolytic Agents(p. 491)
• Colony Stimulating Factors (CSFs)(p. 492)
• Chapter 26 Respiratory System Drugs and Antihistamines(p. 498)
• Oxygen(p. 498)
• Respiratory Stimulants(p. 499)
• Bronchodilators(p. 499)
• Corticosteroids(p. 502)
• Asthma Prophylaxis(p. 503)
• Mucolytics and Expectorants(p. 506)
• Antitussives(p. 507)
• Antihistamines(p. 509)
• Decongestants(p. 511)
• Smoking Cessation Aids(p. 513)
• Chapter 27 Drugs and Older Adults(p. 520)
• Cumulative Effects of Drugs(p. 521)
• Potentially Inappropriate Medication Use in Older Adults(p. 523)
• Drugs That May Cause Mental Impairment(p. 526)
• Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs(p. 526)
• Polypharmacy(p. 528)
• References(p. 530)
• Summary(p. 535)
• Comprehensive Review Exam for Part I(p. 537)
• Comprehensive Review Exam for Part II(p. 543)
• Appendix Use Caution-Avoid Confusion(p. 551)
• Glossary(p. 563)