Pharmacology

A straightforward way to master a complex subject! This bestselling textbook presents all the knowledge you need to get through your pharmacology course and beyond-using a clear and accessible approach that makes the material easy and interesting to learn. Progressing logically from a molecular understanding of receptors and drug actions to the clinical uses of the most important groups of drugs, it delivers the latest information on cannabinoids and rimonabant, Cox 2 inhibitors, pharmacogenetics, biopharmaceuticals, and drug abuse-as well as "lifestyle drugs" such as performance-enhancing substances, botulinum toxin, and Viagra(r). And now, online access via STUDENT CONSULT makes it an even more effective learning resource! * Progresses logically from a molecular understanding of receptors and drug actions to the clinical uses of the most important groups of drugs. * Covers recent developments in areas such as cannabinoids and rimonabant, Cox 2 inhibitors, pharmacogenetics, biopharmaceuticals, and drug abuse. * Discusses "lifestyle drugs" such as performance-enhancing substances, botulinum toxin, and Viagra(r). * Uses superb full-color illustrations to clarify even the most complex concepts, and color-coded chapters to make navigation easy. * Includes STUDENT CONSULT access at no additional charge, enabling you to consult the book online, anywhere you go • perform quick searches • add your own notes and bookmarks • follow Integration Links to related bonus content from other STUDENT CONSULT titles-to help you see the connections between diverse disciplines • test your knowledge with multiple-choice reviewquestions • and more! * New chapter on lifestyle drugs, including Viagra * Glossary of key terms for each chapter * Thoroughly updated throughout with new text on topics such as: Antithrombotics, Cox 2 and 3 inhibitors, Pharmacogenetics, Biopharmaceuticals, Drug abuse and Complementary Medicine * Extra self-assessment questions and 'Ask the Author' feature on website"