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Publisher's Noteguaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.The quick reference guide you need to avoid harmful interactions between prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, and dietary supplements4 STAR DOODY'S REVIEW!"This will serve as an invaluable guide for various medical professionals and basic scientists, as well as pharmacology students with an interest in understanding the relevance of drug interactions to pharmacotherapy....The book is extremely useful as a quick yet thorough guide through the wealth of information that exists for the most common drug therapies....this [book] is unique in its careful consideration of the relevance of dietary supplements to the discussion of drug interactions."--Doody's Review ServiceDrug Actions and Interactions is a handy easy-to-access guide to understanding what major drugs are available for specific diseases, how selected drugs produce therapeutic benefits, side effects that may occur when taking these drugs, and which drugs and supplements should not be taken in combination with each other.Applying the 300 most often prescribed drugs in the United States to more than 80 common disorders, Drug Actions and Interactions discusses each drug's mechanism of action, side effects, and interactions with other drugs. Molecular structures of medications are also included to help you understand their mechanisms of action. Coverage includes drugs that act on the major systems (cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, endocrine, neuronal); bone, muscle, skin, and joints; and general health.You will also find an appendix listing major drugs currently in use in each therapeutic classification. Thirty-two additional appendices detail interaction between a therapeutic group of drugs and an individual drug or group of drugs, such as interactions of beta-blockers, alpha-blockers, calcium-blockers, etc.
Contents
ContentsAbout the AuthorPreface AcknowledgementsCommon Abbreviations Used in This BookIntroductionPart I. Drugs Acting on the Cardiovascular System1. Hypertension2. Edema3. Congestive Heart Failure4. Cardiac Arrhythmia 5. Angina Pectoris6. Thrombosis/Myocardial Infarction 7. Hemorrhage 8. Anemia9. Varicose Veins10. HyperlipidemiaPart II. Drugs Acting on the Respiratory System11. Rhinitis /Sinusitis12. Laryngitis/Bronchitis13. Hiccups14. Tussis (Common Cough)15. AsthmaPart III. Drugs Acting on the Gastrointestinal System16. Xerostomia (Dry Mouth)17. Aphthous Ulcer (Canker Sore)18. Odontalgia (Toothache)19. Gingivitis (Gum Infections)20. Nausea/Vomiting 21. Flatulence22. Peptic Ulcer23. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)24. Dyspepsia25. Irritable Bowel Syndrome26. Intestinal Cramps27. Constipation28. Diarrhea29. HemorrhoidsPart IV. Drugs Acting on the Genitourinary System30. Erectile Dysfunction (Impotence)31. Condylomata (Genital Warts)32. Benign Prostate Hypertrophy33. Urinary Incontinence34. Nephrolithiasis (Kidney Stone)35. Cystitis /Urethritis36. Urinary RetentionPart V. Drugs Acting on the Bones, Muscles, and Joints37. Osteoporosis38. Osteoarthritis/Osteoarthrosis39. Gout40. Myasthenia Gravis 41. Muscle Spasticity42. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome43. Rosacea44. Eczema45. PsoriasisPart VI. Drugs Acting on the Neuronal System46. Stress/Anxiety47. Seasonal Affective Disorder48. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder49. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 50. Mental Depression51. Mania52. Psychosis53. Alzheimer Disease54. Memory Impairment55. Epilepsy56. Parkinson Disease57. Vertigo58. Motion-Sickness59. Multiple SclerosisPart VII. Drugs Acting on the Endocrine System60. Diabetes Mellitus61. Diabetes Insipidus62. Addison Disease63. Cushing Disease64. Hyperthyroidism65. Hypothyroidism66. Hypogonadism/Infertility67. Menstrual Dysfunction 68. Menopausal Symptoms69. Breast Engorgement70. Hyperemesis GravidarumPart VIII. Drugs Acting on General Health 71. Algesia (Physical Pain)) 72. Pyrexia (Fever) 73. Insomnia74. Pregnancy75: Allergic Reactions76. Obesity77. Cancers78. Systemic Infections by Viruses79. Systemic Infections by Bacteria80. Systemic Infections by Fungi 81. Malaria82. Dysentery83. Helminthiasis84. Chemical PoisoningAppendixesAppendix A: Major Drugs in Therapeutic ClassificationsAppendix B-1: Interactions of Beta-Blockers Appendix B-2: Interactions of Alpha-Blockers Appendix B-3: Interactions of ACE InhibitorsAppendix B-4: Interactions of Thiazide Diuretics Appendix B-5: Interactions of Loop Diuretics Appendix B-6: Interactions of Angiotensin-Receptor Blockers Appendix B-7: Interactions of Calcium Channel-Blockers Appendix B-8: Interactions of Alpha-Agonists Appendix B-9: Interactions of Protease Inhibitors Appendix B-10: Interactions of Antihistamines, First-GenerationAppendix B-11: Interactions of: Antihistamines, Second- Generation Appendix B-12: Interactions of Atypical Antipsychotic DrugsAppendix B-13: Interactions of Macrolide Antibiotics Appendix B-14: Interactions of Antifungal DrugsAppendix B-15: Interactions of Belladonna Alkaloids Appendix B-16: Interactions of Benzodiazepines Appendix B-17: Interactions of Cephalosporins Appendix B-18: Interactions of Gastric Antacids Appendix B-19: Interactions of Magnesium Salts Appendix B-20: Interactions of Glucocorticoids Appendix B-21: Interactions of H-2 Blockers Appendix B-22: Interactions of NSAIDsAppendix B-23: Interactions of Dopamine Agonists Appendix B-24: Interactions of Penicillins Appendix B-25: Interactions of Phenothiazine Antipsychotic Drugs Appendix B-26: Interactions of Progesterone or Progestogens Appendix B-27: Interactions of Proton Pump Inhibitors Appendix B-28: Interactions of Quinolone Antibiotics Appendix B-29: Interactions of SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) Appendix B-30: Interactions of Tetracyclines Appendix B-31: Interactions of Tricyclic Antidepressants Appendix B-32: Interactions of Opioid AnalgesicsNER(01): WOW
