Handbook of Veterinary Pharmacology

Edited by: Walter Hsu (Iowa State University)


ISBN: 9780813828374
ISBN10: 0813828376
178 x 254 mm , 7 x 10 in
568 pages, 74 illustrations.

Description

Handbook of Veterinary Pharmacology is a clear and concise guide to pharmacology concepts and commonly used veterinary drugs.
Providing a succinct overview of veterinary pharmacology, this book presents information in a user-friendly outline format to allow quick access to practical drug information.
With chapters covering the basic principles, specific drugs, interactions, and legal considerations, Handbook of Veterinary Pharmacology offers up-to-date information on basic and clinical veterinary pharmacology.

As an aid to student comprehension, simple line drawings depict the mechanisms of action and study questions with explanations are included at the end of each chapter.
Appendices on withdrawal times for drugs in production animals and drug dosages in domestic species are a valuable tool, allowing quick decisions on drug therapy.
Handbook of Veterinary Pharmacology is an indispensable text for veterinary students and practitioners.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Principles of Drug Absorption, Disposition, and Action

Chapter 2: Drugs Affecting Peripheral Nervous System

Chapter 3: Autacoids and Their Pharmacological Modulators

Chapter 4: Drugs Acting on the Central Nervous System

Chapter 5: Behavior Modifying Drugs

Chapter 6: Anesthetics

Chapter 7: Nonsteroid Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)

Chapter 8: Drugs Acting on the Cardiovascular System

Chapter 9: Diuretics

Chapter 10: Respiratory Pharmacology

Chapter 11: Drugs Acting on the Digestive System

Chapter 12: Endocrine Pharmacology

Chapter 13: Topical Dermatology Therapy

Chapter 14: Ocular Pharmacology

Chapter 15: Antimicrobial Drugs

Chapter 16: Antiparasitic Agents

Chapter 17: Antineoplastic Drugs

Chapter 18: Fluid and Blood Therapy

Chapter 19: Drug Interactions and Adverse Drug Reactions

Chapter 20: Legal Aspects of Medication Usage in Veterinary Medicine

About the Author

Walter H. Hsu, DVM, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at the Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine in Ames, Iowa.