BMA New Guide to Medicines and Drugs

by Frances Williams (Contributor), Frances Williams (Contributor), John Henry (Editor)

• Used

  Paperback
  2007

  $11.89

  Fully updated quick-reference guide to drugs for anyone wanting to know more about the medication they're taking from Britain's leading authority, the BMA. Jargon-free and easy-to-follow, get all the vital information you need on 2,500 of today's prescription and over-the-counter drugs fast. Find advice on understanding and using medicines and learn how they work, what they treat, their risks, benefits, side effects, and how to use them safely and effectively. Plus, get detailed descriptions and facts on 260 commonly used medicines including 15 new drugs like trastuzumab (Herceptin [registered]), as well as the latest anticancer, arthritis treatments and travel immunisations. Essential guidance for anyone taking medication, or wanting to know more about the major drugs used in common medical practice. This is perfect for the family bookshelf.

• Used

  Paperback
  2004

  $3.27

• Used

  Hardcover
  1997

  $3.27

  This home reference guide contains information on all major drugs and medicines in use in modern medical practice. Written in clear language for the general reader, this book should be of interest to anyone who needs to take medication or who wishes to learn more about this aspect of medical treatment. Over 2500 drugs and medications are indexed with detailed full-page descriptions of over 200 individual generic drugs. Included in this edition are an additional 25 profiles of new and important drugs, and a 14-page colour drug identification guide. There are also two additional pages on drugs and abuse.