Mosby's Drug Consult for Health Professions


Book Description

Concise and portable, this drug handbook covers almost 750 generic drugs plus all associated trade-name drugs. Information is organized alphabetically by generic name, and includes details that are current and clinically relevant. Monographs are derived from the Mosby's Drug Consult database, which contains the most current FDA-approved drug information. Presents key details on approximately 750 generic drugs (encompassing all associated trade names). Features a functional two-color design that highlights key information for quick, easy reference. Organizes drug monographs alphabetically, by generic name. Monographs are written in an abbreviated quick-reference style for easy use. Highlights common and life-threatening side effects for easy identification. Highlights considerations that require special attention. Identifies drugs which may not be crushed with a special "Do Not Crush" icon. Includes herbal interactions highlighted by a special icon. Offers lifespan content making it useful for all patient ages, with thorough coverage of geriatric, pediatric, and pregnancy considerations throughout. Gives storage information, of great importance for the home-health worker and EMT. Handbook is concise and portable, for easy transport by home-health workers, EMTs and clinicians. Offers a flexible, water-resistant cover for durability in the clinical setting. Offers free quarterly updates on a companion website, with abbreviated monographs for recently released drugs, alerts for drug withdrawals and drug safety, and links to related sites.




Mosby's Drugconsult


Book Description

Previously known to health professionals and practitioners as Mosby's GenRx, the 2002 Edition of Mosby's Drug Consult has been renamed to more accurately reflect the changes in this Edition. Mosby's Drug Consult provides the most current, unbiased, accurate, and reliable drug information available! Streamlined for ease of use, it features nearly 3000 pages of complete, objective drug information on more than 900 complete generic entries and many more prescription drug products. New to this edition are evidence-based monographs for the top 50 most commonly used herbs and supplements and several new comparative tables. The product listing section now includes therapeutic equivalency information. All drug data in the 2002 Edition has been thoroughly updated, and users will still find a wealth of familiar, easy-to-use features such as the 27-page full-color insert displaying nearly 800 pill photographs, crucial comparative pricing information, and the complete, one-stop Keyword Index. The book now includes a CD-ROM. The CD-ROM contains the full drug database, Drug Master Plus drug interaction tool, and Patient Drug Consult customizable patient education sheets in English and Spanish.




Mosby's Drug Consult 2006


Book Description

This vast, comprehensive reference book provides the most current and reliable drug information available. Now updated for 2006, it contains approximately 1,000 generic drugs and many more prescription drug products indexed by generic and brand names. The CD-ROM provides instant access to the entire database, along with customizable patient information handouts in English and Spanish and evidence-based herbal and supplement information.










Mosby's Pediatric Drug Consult


Book Description

Mosby's Pediatric Drug Consult is a portable drug handbook that includes all essential data pediatric nurses need for administering the most commonly-used generic and trade name drugs. Extensive pediatric considerations are presented for each drug in a concise, practice-oriented framework. The information for this comprehensive pediatric drug source is derived from the extensive database maintained for Mosby's Drug Consult, containing the most current drug information. Quarterly online drug updates are available on a companion website. Full monographs on the most commonly used drugs in pediatric practice Functional order of headings that follow a logical clinical progression Outstanding consultant team of pediatric and pharmaceutical experts Extensive pediatric considerations in a concise, practice-oriented framework Detailed IV drug information for pediatric patients A quick reference with a listing and page references to commonly administered drugs Critical nursing considerations to identify situations that require special attention Functional two-color design that highlights key information for quick, easy reference Flexible, water-resistant cover that provides durability in the clinical setting Twenty full-color photographs of commonly prescribed medications to help in identifying drugs by their appearance Appendices include comparative drug charts, conversion tables, and other reference information. Free updates are available on a companion website.




Mosby's Ocular Drug Consult


Book Description

Organized from A-to-Z, this practical drug handbook offers rapid access to a wealth of information on the drugs that optometric or ophthalmic patients may be taking or may be prescribed. A consistent monograph format is followed, providing important ocular considerations relating to side effects, precautions, contraindications, and drug interactions. Herbal remedies and other drugs that may interact with ocular drugs are also covered. Drug entries are organized from A to Z for the quick identification and location of information about the drugs a patient may be taking or prescribed. A consistent format is followed to make it easy to locate information for each drug. A review board consisting of optometrists, ophthalmologists and pharmacists ensures accuracy and relevance for anyone interested in ocular conditions.







Mosby's Drug Consult 2005


Book Description

Updated annually, this reference with CD-ROM contains approximately 1,000 generic drug entries and many more prescription drug products indexed by generic name, U.S. brand name, international name, and drug class. Included is drug interactions software and customizable patient handouts in English and Spanish.




Davis's Drug Guide for Rehabilitation Professionals


Book Description

A one-of-a-kind guide specifically for rehabilitation specialists! A leader in pharmacology and rehabilitation, Charles Ciccone, PT, PhD offers a concise, easy-to-access resource that delivers the drug information rehabilitation specialists need to know. Organized alphabetically by generic name, over 800 drug monographs offer the most up-to-date information on drug indications, therapeutic effects, potential adverse reactions, and much more! A list of implications for physical therapy at the end of each monograph helps you provide the best possible care for your patients. It’s the perfect companion to Pharmacology in Rehabilitation, 4th Edition!