Melloni's Pocket Medical Dictionary: Illustrated

The Melloni series of medical dictionaries are famous for their concise definitions and detailed illustrations. And Melloni's Pocket Medical Dictionary: Illustrated is no exception. A condensed and portable version of the award-winning and highly acclaimed Mellonis's Illustrated Medical Dictionary, the book features a wide range of beautifully drawn and carefully labeled illustrations to accompany the large number of expert and concise medical definitions. The pocketbook takes the most important qualities of the 4th Edition, reduces its size without sacrificing accuracy and clarity, and adds the most current information. When you can't take the big book with you, this book provides the information you need where you need it.

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Dictionary of Pharmaceutical Medicine

The dictionary contains various terms typically used in pharmaceutical medicine. The 2nd edition reflects the increasing importance of this science and the changing regulatory environment in particular on research and development of new therapies as well as on the conduct of clinical trials, marketing authorisation of new medicinal products and safety aspects including pharmacovigilance."

"The number of key words has been considerably enlarged and increased to over 1,600 terms; it includes new scientific areas such as gene therapy and proteomics. Furthermore, given the importance of the internet, the new edition contains a list of most important web sites. Similar to the 1st edition, also the book explains about 1,000 abbreviations most commonly used inpharmaceutical medicine."

"This book will be a valuable tool for professionals in the area of the pharmaceutical industry, medical and pre-clinical research, regulatory affairs, marketing and marketing authorisation of pharmaceuticals.

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Pharm Phlash!: Pharmacology Flash Cards

A classroom-developed, student-tested system that increases pharmacology test scores…decreases and prevents medication errors in the clinical setting…improves NCLEX pharmacology scores…and expands understanding of pharmacological agents! Inside a practical, flip-top box are 189 illustrated, test yourself review cards that cover critical clinical information for nearly 400 of the top generic medications, color-coded by body system and cross referenced by drug classification. These flash cards are not only the ideal supplement to any pharmacology or medical-surgical course, but also handy for care planning and exam prep. And, you can count on them for accuracy, because each card is based on content from Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses.

KEY FEATURES:

A color-coded, body-system organization reflects the information common to classes of medications—knowledge crucial to NCLEX success and to reducing medication errors.

- Each card features a single generic drug or a medication group, and details…action • use • pre-administration vital signs • laboratory data assessment • drug levels • patient teaching • and more.

- Drugs are cross-referenced to potential nursing diagnosis and other indications at the bottom of each card.

- Common abbreviations appear on each card, with a summary of the abbreviations on separate, introductory cards.

- A comprehensive alphabetical Index makes it easy to locate drugs within the deck by trade, generic, or Canadian brand name.

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Stockley's Drug Interactions 2009 Pocket Companion

This new edition continues to provide the busy health care professional with a small and conveniently sized quick reference "Stockley" text. "Stockley's Drug Interactions Pocket Companion 2009" draws on the wealth of clinically evaluated, evidence-based information on drug-drug, drug-herb and drug-food interactions that is presented in the full reference work, "Stockley's Drug Interactions".

Stockley’s Drug Interactions Pocket Companion 2009 provides busy healthcare professionals with a small and conveniently sized, quick-reference Stockley text. It draws on the wealth of clinically evaluated, evidence-based information on drug-drug, drug-herb and drug-food interactions that is presented in the full reference work, Stockley’s Drug Interactions .: Follows the familiar format of the Stockley products; Includes over 1500 interaction monographs pertaining to specific drugs or drug groups; Arranged alphabetically for ease of searching; Contains a comprehensive index; Easy-to-use severity rating symbols offer guidance to the user on the clinical significance of the interaction; An essential clinical reference for physicians, pharmacists, nurses and other healthcare professionals. Due to the wide international appeal of this content, the text is now translated into Spanish, Italian and Japanese.

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Healthcare Management Dictionary

A comprehensive reference book to help understand clinical and management terms, acronyms and jargon commonly used within the NHS. It includes terms used throughout Primary, Secondary and Social Health Care, and general management terms used throughout the public and private sectors. Website links are provided for further information. This book is aimed at all healthcare professionals and everyone is contact with the NHS and health industry, including academics, pharmaceutical company staff, social services managers and journalists.

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Dictionary for Clinical Trials

As a result of the expansion in the area of pharmaceutical medicine there is an ever-increasing need for educational resources. The Dictionary of Clinical Trials, Second Edition comprehensively explains the 3000 words and short phrases commonly used when designing, running, analysing and reporting clinical trials.

This book is a quick, pocket reference tool to understand the common and less well-used terms within the discipline of clinical trials, and provides an alternative to the textbooks available. Terms are heavily cross-referenced, which helps the reader to understand how terms fit into the broad picture of clinical trials.

Wide ranging, brief, pragmatic explanations of clinical trial terminology

Scope includes medical, statistical, epidemiological, ethical, regulatory and data management terminology

Thoroughly revised and expanded - increase of 280 terms from First Edition, reference to Cochrane included

From the reviews of the First Edition:

"This invaluable text explains the majority of clinical trial terms, in alphabetical order, that are likely to be found in clinical trial protocols, reports, regulatory guidelines, and published manuscripts... Fully comprehensive - provides definitions of clinical trial terms in one complete volume... Includes extensive use of graphs throughout." LA DOC STI

"...covers a range of subject matter, with emphasis on medical, statistical, epidemiological and ethical terms... a useful adjunct to standard clinical trial texts... a reference source to keep within easy reach." TALANTA

The Dictionary of Clinical Trials, Second Edition is a ‘must-have’ for all pharmaceutical companies who conduct a lot of clinical trials, in all or one therapeutic area. The book is also of interest for public health and health science workers, and for contract research organisations and departments of medicine, where medics are involved with clinical trials.

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Litt's Drug Eruption Reference Manual Including Drug Interactions, 14th Edition

Litt's Drug Eruption Reference Manual, 14th edition, has been updated and improved and incorporates dermatological drug eruptions plus reactions affecting the nails, hair, nails, eyes and mucosal.. This valuable resource also includes herbal and supplements reactions, in addition to hazardous drug-drug interactions. This book is a must have for all dermatologists, general practitioners and those working in emergency medicine.

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Davis's Pocket Clinical Drug Reference

Make sure your students rely on a trusted reference! This handy pocket guide shows them how to safely administer medications to their adult, pediatric, and geriatric patients, as well as pregnant and lactating women, and those with renal impairments.

Every detail is designed to make it easy for your students to find the information they need in a snap. And, they can count on it for accuracy because it s drawn from Davis s Drug Guide database.

OUTSTANDING FEATURES:

*4 x 7 size fits in a scrub pocket.

*Nearly 1,000 abbreviated drug monographs, organized alphabetically by generic name, deliver must-know information, including...

Trade name

Indications

Drug class

Pregnancy categories

Contraindications

Adverse drug reactions and side effects

Interactions

Dosing information for adult, pediatric, and geriatric patients, pregnant and lactating women, and renal impairment

Generic availability

Monitoring information

*Very important or life-threatening information, such as FDA black box warnings or adverse drug reactions, appears in red type.

*A colored thumb tab makes it easy for your students to find information quickly.

*The appendices features Cytochrome P450 enzyme table, Pediatric IV, immunization guidelines, and more.

*Abbreviations key appears in the front of the book and at the bottom of each page.*

Notes section covers patient safety information.

*Index provides generic and trade drug names.

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British National Formulary 57: March 2009

This is the authoritative guide to prescribing, dispensing and administering medicines for all health care professionals. Nobody working in health care can afford to be without the latest edition of "BNF". Compiled with the advice of clinical experts and continually updated to reflect the latest evidence from all credible sources worldwide, this essential reference provides up-to-date guidance on prescribing, dispensing, administering, and monitoring medicines. Not only does the "BNF" include the widely accepted framework for the drug management of common diseases, it also includes details of medicines prescribed in the UK, with special reference to their uses, cautions, contraindications, side-effects, dosage and relative costs. This allows treatment to be tailored to the individual needs of each patient. Updated in print every six months by an expert team of pharmacists, with guidance and validation from a network of leading clinicians, and oversight by a Joint Formulary Committee with representatives from all spheres of clinical practice. "The BNF" reflects current best practice as well as legal and professional guidelines relating to the use of medicines. As a result it is used widely as a touchstone reference, and cited in Parliaments and courts as a source of authority.

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Complete Guide to Prescription and Non-Prescription Drugs

Complete Guide to Prescription and Non-Prescription Drugs is organized by drug generic name, and in a few instances, by drug-class name.

A generic name is the official chemical name for a drug.

A brand name is a drug manufacturer's registered trademark for a generic drug.  A generic drug may have one or many brand names.

To find information about a generic drug:

1    From the Select Index menu, choose Index by Generic Drug.

2    Look in the alphabetical index for the drug you want, and double-click it.

3   The first screen of information will appear in the topic window on the right. This is the Basic Information topic for that generic drug.

To learn about a brand name drug:

1    From the Select Index menu, choose Index by Brand Name.

2    Look in the alphabetical index for the drug you want, and double-click it.

3    The first screen of information will appear in the topic window on the right. This is the Basic Information for the generic drug equivalent of the brand name drug you clicked on.

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Cannabis - A Medical Dictionary, Bibliography, and Annotated Research Guide to Internet References

In March 2001, the National Institutes of Health issued the following warning: "The number of Web sites offering health-related resources grows every day. Many sites provide valuable information, while others may have information that is unreliable or misleading." Furthermore, because of the rapid increase in Internet-based information, many hours can be wasted searching, selecting, and printing.This book was created for medical professionals, students, and members of the general public who want to conduct medical research using the most advanced tools available and spending the least amount of time doing so.

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The BMA Family Doctor Home Adviser

A complete quick reference to symptoms and how to deal with them. It includes sections on how the body works; maintaining health and fitness for all the family; first aid; and common medical tests. There are diagnostic charts and illustrations that detail anatomy and medical procedures.

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A to Z Drug Facts: Published by Facts and Comparisons

This compact, portable, alphabetically organized drug reference provides quick access to current, reliable information on more than 4,500 commonly prescribed medications. Each drug monograph is divided into pharmacological and patient care considerations, and includes action, indications, contraindications, route/dosage, interactions, lab test interferences, adverse reactions, precautions/warnings, administration/storage, assessment/interventions, and patient/family education. Icons and a second color are used to help readers quickly locate the information they are looking for. A color identification section enables readers to identify drugs by appearance. Coverage includes the newest FDA approvals, investigational and orphan drugs, and indications for labeled, unlabeled, and orphan uses.

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P & G Pharmacy Handbook, Second Edition

It is crucial that pharmacists understand the language of health care professionals and, in turn, can convey the information in an understandable fashion to patients. Procter & Gamble Pharmacist's Handbook, Second Edition facilitates this communication. Now, all in one place, you can have medical terms, abbreviations, and patient counseling principles right at your fingertips. The handbook begins with an Inverted Medical Dictionary to translate lay terminology to more technical vocabulary and an Eponyms section to translate medical terminology to language that is comprehensible to patients. The Dictionary shows how to analyze the medical terms by identifying its root, suffix, and prefix. This examination is supplemented with numerous tables of common roots, suffixes, and prefixes. The book concludes with a glossary of managed care terms that will help you understand the language of the insurance community. Another critical responsibility of a pharmacist is to clearly comprehend a prescription. The sections containing Medical Abbreviations and Terms Used in Prescription Writing will aid in this vital task. Also included in the handbook are general references, such as normal laboratory values, conversion factors, and weights and measures. These features make Procter & Gamble Pharmacist's Handbook, Second Edition a convenient and handy resource for the practicing pharmacist.

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Encyclopedia of Molecular Pharmacology, 2nd edition

An essential text, this is a fully updated second edition of a classic, now in two volumes. It provides rapid access to information on molecular pharmacology for research scientists, clinicians and advanced students. With the A-Z format of over 2,000 entries, around 350 authors provide a complete reference to the area of molecular pharmacology. The book combines the knowledge of classic pharmacology with the more recent approach of the precise analysis of the molecular mechanisms by which drugs exert their effects. Short keyword entries define common acronyms, terms and phrases. In addition, detailed essays provide in-depth information on drugs, cellular processes, molecular targets, techniques, molecular mechanisms, and general principles.

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Illustrated Pocket Dictionary of Chromatography

Provides concise definitions, illustrations, formulas, and all of the other information that you need in a laboratory chromatography reference

The Illustrated Pocket Dictionary of Chromatography offers the perfect quick reference to the parameters, systems, and components that support successful chromatographic separations. Concise, practical, and filled with detailed drawings, diagrams, and photographs, this pocket dictionary is designed for easy use in the laboratory. It provides a complete, up-to-date reference on analytical techniques such as gas chromatography, high-performance liquid chromatography, thin layer chromatography, and capillary electrophoresis as well as preparation techniques such as solid phase extraction and microextraction.

The Illustrated Pocket Dictionary of Chromatography features:

• Explanations of key concepts
• Equations and formulas
• Parameters
• High-quality photographs of instruments, equipment, and components
• References for further research
• Explanations of common acronyms

Ideal for the working chemist or technician in pharmaceutical, industrial, forensic, government, or other lab settings, the Illustrated Pocket Dictionary of Chromatography is also appropriate as a supplemental reference for analytical chemistry courses and labs. Students and analysts alike will find this compact yet comprehensive resource a valuable companion to their work in chromatography.

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Martindale: The Complete Drug Reference, 35th Edition 2 Volume Set

Provides evaluated information on drugs and medicines used throughout the world.

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AHFS Drug Information 2008

First published in 1959, the "Big Red Book," as it's come to be known, has gone the extra mile for pharmacists and healthcare professionals seeking answers to the most detailed questions. It provides more extensive evidence-based data than any other drug reference. AHFS DI is the only reference free from the influence of manufacturers, insurers, regulators, and other special interests, giving you an unbiased source of drug information.

if messages about scripts error bother you try this:first define the drug you want, than click on + to open all subfolder which lie in the medicine name direction, than click on + near folder Document Body Date - and choose AFHS Drug InformationB(2008) - if you will work in such way you will recieve only one message about error.

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Color Atlas of Pharmacology, 3rd Edition

Updated with the most important new substances and scientific developments, the third edition of The Color Atlas of Pharmacology makes it easier than ever for students, nurses, and practicing physicians to keep up with the latest developments in this constantly changing field. Featuring a user-friendly layout, jargon-free language, and more than 160 spectacular color charts and illustrations, the atlas is divided in to four, color-coded sections:

Part 1 - General pharmacology - includes descriptions of substance formulation, absorption, distribution, elimination, and molecular mechanisms of action Part 2 - Systems pharmacology - with special emphasis on the functional and therapeutic aspects of a wide range of medicinal agents Part 3 - Therapy of selected diseases - such as osteoporosis, acute myocardial infarction, migraine, asthma, tropical diseases, and many more Part 4 - Drug Index - helpfully listed by substance, generic, and brand names

Concise, portable, and packed with information, the third edition of The Color Atlas of Pharmacology is the most practical first-stop reference for today's busy healthcare professional.

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AHFS Drug Information

Annual reference provides a comprehensive evidence-based collection of more than 1,000 drug monographs. Each listing includes FDA-approved uses, evidence-based coverage of off-label uses, drug interactions, cautions, toxicity, dosage recommendations, coverage of pharmacology and pharmacokinetics, and more. For pharmacists and other healthcare professionals. Softcover.

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