Handbook of Clinical Drug Data Book

This classic, authoritative guide to the clinical use of drugs is the superior source of evaluative and comparative information on over 1,200 drugs in common use. Written by 36 top clinicians and edited by three leading drug information specialists, it is the highest quality and most clinically useful drug handbook available. Part 1, Drug Monographs, covers 10 major drug categories, subdivided into therapeutic groups for easy comparison. Unique tables provide data for choosing the optimal drug for specific patients. Part 2, Clinical Drug Data, has everything healthcare professionals need to determine the likelihood of adverse drug reactions and interactions in their patients. Selection of drug therapy for special patient populations is made easy by several comprehensive chapters.Unique features include: comprehensive comparison charts of drugs by class for easy clinical decision making; tables that help rapidly identify the cause of adverse drug effects in your patients; and, guides to the optimal choice of drugs in special populations, such as pregnant and breastfeeding women, renal disease, and dialysis. It is the only referenced drug handbook--includes over 3,600 literature citations. It contains: tabbing guide for easy location of drug categories; and, extensive cross-referenced index that includes Canadian and British drug names.Read More