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Taylor & Francis Pharmacology for Anaesthesiologists 2005 Edition by J.P. Howard Fee, James G. Bovill
A straightforward and comprehensive reference source for anesthesiologists and students alike, Pharmacology for Anaesthesiologists reviews all aspects of pharmacological principles, with an emphasis on how those principles relate to the basic practice of anesthesiology. The text classifies an array of drugs and profiles their actions on various systems in the body and includes an explanation of adverse reactions and contraindications, as well as the use of certain drugs in unusual circumstances. Comprehensive and clinically relevant, the book covers the core material for professional examinations and serves as a resource for professionals. Table of contents :- Principles of Drug Action. Principles of Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics. Opioids and NSAIDs. Drugs Acting on the Hemostatic System. Antineoplastic Drugs. Histamines and Histamine Antagonists. Inhalational Anesthetics. Respiratory Drugs. Local Anesthetics. Therapy for Infection. Cardiovascular Drugs. Drugs Acting on the Endocrine System. Gastrointestinal Drugs and Anti-emetics. CNS Drugs and Autonomic Pharmacology. Diuretics. Neuromuscular Drugs and Antagonists. Intravenous Induction Agents. Adverse Drug Reactions and Drug Interactions. Drugs in Special Circumstances. Plasma Volume Expanders and Artificial Blood Substitutes.