Brenner and Stevens (pharmacology, Oklahoma State U.) provide students with an introductory textbook detailing essential concepts and information related to pharmacology. They emphasize the general properties of drug categories and prototypical drugs, and for various body systems, present information on mechanisms of action, physiologic effects, pharmacokinetic properties, adverse effects and interactions, and clinical uses for each drug category. Introductory chapters cover pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and drug development and safety. This edition has revised chapters to incorporate new drugs and categories, updated findings on the mechanisms of action and therapeutic use, and notes on approved drugs taken off the market, as well as revised warnings for existing drugs added to prescription guidelines. The full text, US Medical Licensing Examination-style questions, additional case studies, a glossary, animations, chapter summaries, and a list of featured drugs are provided online. Annotation ©2013 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Pharmacology, 4th Edition helps you master the must-know concepts in this subject and how they apply to everyday clinical problem solving and decision making. This concise yet comprehensive text clearly explains and illustrates challenging concepts and helps you retain the material - from course exams and the USMLE Step 1 right through to clinical practice.Quickly reference essential information thanks to abundant tables throughout, and drug classification boxes at the beginning of each chapter.See how pharmacology applies to practice with real-world case studies.Prepare for exams with self-assessment questions at the end of each chapter.Understand complex concepts visually with the aid of superb full-color illustrations.Access the complete contents online at www.studentconsult.com, along with an additional glossary, chapter-by-chapter summaries and case studies, a full list of featured drugs, 150 USMLE-style questions, animations, and more.Learn the latest pharmacologic mechanisms and applications with new and updated drug information throughout.Be aware of new off label uses, including important FDA regulations.
