This survival guide serves as an effective resource for learning difficult concepts in pharmacology and offers a study system that sets priorities and minimizes memorization. The book also organizes and condenses must-know drug information and clearly explains each fundamental principal of drug actions.

Basic Concepts in Pharmacology simplifies the learning process by presenting drugs by class and describes key concepts about each drug class. The guide additionally presents coverage of new classes of drugs such as fusion inhibitors for HIV, antibiotic and antifungal drugs, and new drugs for cancer and immune suppression. Expect the book to cover newly updated information on poisoning/toxicology as well. Essential information is showcased in numerous summary boxes, illustrations, and tables throughout the book.

By Janet L. Stringer, M.D., Ph.D.
ISBN 0-07-14581-82
302 pages; 2006; softbound