Reference, Pharmacy, Pharmacology 

Widely recognised as <i>the</i> best starting point for pharmacology study, the internationally best-selling <i>Medical Pharmacology at a Glance</i> is an ideal companion for all students of the health sciences. <p>Key principles are supported by coloured schematic diagrams - invaluable as both an introduction to medical pharmacology, and revision in the run-up to pharmacology exams.</p> <p>Revised and thoroughly updated throughout, and reflecting changes to the content and assessment methods used by medical schools, <i>Medical Pharmacology at a Glance</i>:</p> <ul> <li> <div>Introduces the basic principles of drug action, interaction, absorption and excretion</div> </li> <li>Bases chapters on diseases and syndromes, for clinically-focused learning</li> <li>Includes references to the pathophysiology of disease, to aid understanding of drug choice and action</li> <li>Indicates the therapeutics of choice for specific disorders and conditions</li> <li>Features cross references between discussion of drug classes and diseases</li> <li>Includes self-assessment cases studies with full answers, for revision and review</li> <li>Features a new chapter on immunosuppressants and antirheumatoid drugs</li> </ul> <p>Now includes a brand new companion website, with cases and fully downloadable flashcards, at www.ataglanceseries.com/pharmacology</p> - from Amzon 

120 p. : ill. ; 27.5cm