Publisher's Synopsis
A Textbook of Pharmacology and Therapeutics: Or The Action of Drugs in Health and Disease is a comprehensive guide to the study of pharmacology and the therapeutic use of drugs. Written by Arthur Robertson Cushny and first published in 1903, this book covers a wide range of topics related to the field of pharmacology, including the history of drugs, the principles of drug action, and the various classes of drugs and their effects on the body.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of pharmacology and therapeutics. The first section provides an introduction to the subject, including a historical overview of the use of drugs in medicine. The second section focuses on the principles of drug action, including the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of drugs.The third section covers the various classes of drugs, including analgesics, anesthetics, antipyretics, and antibiotics. Each class of drugs is discussed in detail, including their mechanisms of action, indications for use, and potential side effects.The fourth section of the book covers the use of drugs in the treatment of specific diseases and conditions, including cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, and gastrointestinal disorders. The final section of the book covers the use of drugs in special populations, including children, pregnant women, and the elderly.Overall, A Textbook of Pharmacology and Therapeutics: Or The Action of Drugs in Health and Disease is a comprehensive and detailed guide to the study of pharmacology and the therapeutic use of drugs. It is an essential resource for students and professionals in the field of medicine, pharmacology, and pharmacy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
