THE PILL BOOK Author:Harold M. Silverman The new seventh edition of The Pill Book is bigger than ever and contains more profiles of commonly prescribed drugs than any other consumer reference. Compiled by a team of eminent pharmacologists, it is based on official, FDA-approved information usually available only to doctors and pharmacists, plus the latest information gathered from compu... more »ter databases and professional on-line resources. It synthesizes the most important facts about each drug into a concise, readable, easy-to-understand entry.
Here are complete profiles of more than 1,500 of the most commonly prescribed drugs, including:
- Generic and brand names
- What the drug is for and how it works
- Usual dosages, and what to do if a dose is skipped
- Side effects and possible adverse reactions, highlighted for quick reference
- Interactions with other drugs and foods
- Overdose and addiction potential
- Alcohol-free and sugar-free medications
- Information for seniors, pregnant and breast-feeding women, and others with special needs
- Cautions and warnings, and when to call your doctor« less
This is a great resource for looking up information about the most prescribed drugs in the United States. Very understandable writing and comprehensive information.