Mosby's Otc Drugs: An Over-The-counter Drug Resource for Health Professionals

Mosbys OTC Drugs: A Resource for Health Professionals is a concise, portable reference covering readily available over-the-counter products. It provides health professionals with important information about the many OTC medications their patients may be taking to manage health problems or symptoms, and it offers an authoritative resource to consult when patients ask for advice about OTC medications that might help manage discomfort or other symptoms. An increasing number of prescription drugs are available for over-the-counter sale, a trend that is expected to continue. At the same time, factors such as an increased awareness of health issues, concerns over the health care costs, and the expansion of managed care plans are causing consumers to take greater responsibility for their health. As a result, 70-90% of all illnesses are estimated to be self-treated, typically with OTC medications and other health products. * Includes over 250 OTC drugs, vitamins, and other products most commonly used by consumers for self-care. * Uses a body systems organization to allow the health professional to locate needed information quickly. * Follows a consistent format for each drug which includes pharmacology, side effects, drug interactions, lifespan considerations (geriatric, pediatric, pregnancy, and lactation), patient education, and product selection, to allow for quick retrieval of needed information. * Includes extensive patient education, to assist health care professionals in providing teaching information, answering patients' questions, and offering advice. * Addresses the needs of special populations, including pediatric and geriatric patients, pregnant and nursing women, and patients with chronic illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, and kidney disorders. * Contains comprehensive product tables that list the products available, including alternate forms of each product and recommended doses. * Contains a comprehensive product index that allows the user to quickly locate information on specific products. * Includes "non drug" products such as nutritional supplements, diet aids, vitamins and minerals, special toothpastes, and sunscreens. * Offers an affordable resource for authoritative information about OTC products. * Features a small trim size which allows for ease of use in a clinical setting. * Features spiral binding to allow the book to lay flat while being used.
ASIN: 081518395X
VSKU: BVV.081518395X.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Donjon RPh, Richard P.|Goeckner PharmD, Bryon J.
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.