Download or read book Pharmacology for Dentistry written by Tara V. Shanbhag and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2013-10-20 with total page 429 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is written mainly for Undergraduate Dental Students. Its user-friendly format provides knowledge of pharmacology without extraneous details—as needed by BDS students. The book will also be useful for practicing Dentists and Pharmacy students. - Meets the requirement of the syllabus proposed by Dental Council of India (DCI) - Includes drugs with dose, mechanism of action, pharmacokinetics, adverse effects, drug interactions and therapeutic uses - Supplemented with the addition of some new topics like Pharmacovigilance and Drug Dosage Forms - Contains important medical emergencies in dental practice and oral side effects of drugs in tabular format - Large number of diagrams, flowcharts and tables will facilitate quick learning and greater retention of the concepts - Thoroughly updated edition that highlights the important aspects of pharmacology for students pursuing undergraduate courses in Dentistry

Download or read book Contemporary Dental Pharmacology written by Arthur H. Jeske and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-02-27 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book on current approaches to the use of drugs in dentistry aims to equip practitioners with a sound understanding of both the scientific evidence for various interventions and the comparative efficacy of those interventions. The focus is on the drugs most commonly used in conjunction with dental treatment, including local anesthetics, analgesics, antibiotics, sedatives, and drugs for the management of medical emergencies. Summaries of the scientific evidence from the available published literature are provided, with assessment of the level and quality of the evidence base. A unique aspect of the book is its focus on current, evidence-based recommendations from professional organizations with regard to special topics, such as antibiotic prophylaxis, pediatric considerations, and management of medically compromised patients. Emphasis is placed on evidence from randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews and meta-analyses, and in order to further enhance the up-to-date nature of the book, each chapter includes guidance on online resources, such as useful non-commercial websites .

Download or read book Pharmacology and Therapeutics for Dentistry E Book written by John A. Yagiela and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2010-03-12 with total page 957 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Use your knowledge of pharmacology to enhance oral care! Pharmacology and Therapeutics for Dentistry, 6th Edition describes how to evaluate a patient's health and optimize dental treatment by factoring in the drugs they take. It explores the basic fundamentals of pharmacology, special topics such as pain control, fear and anxiety, and oral complications of cancer therapy, and most importantly, the actions of specific drug groups on the human body. Whether you're concerned about the drugs a patient is already taking or the drugs you prescribe for treatment, this book helps you reduce risk and provide effective dental care. - An emphasis on the dental applications of pharmacology relates drugs to dental considerations in clinical practice. - Dental aspects of many drug classes are expanded to include antibiotics, analgesics, and anesthetics. - The Alternative Medicine in Dentistry chapter discusses chemicals used as alternative medicines and assesses their potential benefits and risks. - The Nonopioid Analgesics chapter groups together non-opioid analgesics, nonsterioidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and antirheumatic and antigout drugs, making these easier to locate and study. - Coverage of the endocrine system includes four separate chapters for the most comprehensive coverage. - Drug Interactions in Clinical Dentistry appendix lists potential interactions between drugs a patient is taking for nondental conditions and drugs that may be used or prescribed during dental treatment, including effects and recommendations. - Glossary of Abbreviations appendix includes the most common abbreviations used for drugs or conditions. - New Pharmacogenetics and Pharmacogenomics chapter covers the effects of genetic traits of patients on their responses to drugs. - A NEW introductory section offers tips for the study of dental pharmacology and relates pharmacology to dental considerations. - An updated discussion of drug-drug interactions covers the harmful effects of mixing medications. - Coverage of adverse effects and mechanisms of COX-2 inhibitors, antibiotic prophylaxis, and antiplaque agents explains the dental risks relating to common drug treatments.

Download or read book Pharmacology for Dentistry E book written by Tara V. Shanbhag and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2021-03-06 with total page 437 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fourth edition of this book is thoroughly revised and updated. Following recent developments and advances in pharmacology, the book provides factual, conceptual and applied aspects of the subject. It is designed to meet the needs of students pursuing undergraduate courses in dentistry and for practicing dentists. New to This Edition • Full 4-colour format with significant revision of figures and flowcharts. • Many drugs like anticancer, anthelmintic, antimalarial, antiviral have been updated along with treatment guidelines for HIV and tuberculosis. • Key points for dentists added wherever relevant, stimulates enthusiasm for subject. • Inclusion of prescription writing section to help students accurately write prescriptions. Salient Features • Updated content, figures, flowcharts with addition of specific description of drugs presented as headings and subheadings with different font. This style of presentation would not only make it easier for students to understand the subject in a better manner but would also help them to quickly review and revise the subject before examination. • Text is presented in a simple, precise and point-wise manner, with complex information summarized in tables, student-friendly mnemonics, line diagrams and flowcharts, which makes the learning and comprehension easier for students. • Mechanism of action of drugs are illustrated with diagrams and 11 animations for better understanding. • Separate chapter on dental pharmacology discuss about the drugs used in dentistry. Online Resources Complimentary access to full e-book along

Download or read book Essentials of Pharmacology For Dentistry written by KD Tripathi and published by Jaypee Brothers,Medical Publishers Pvt. Limited. This book was released on 2011-06-20 with total page 500 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Dentist s Drug and Prescription Guide written by Mea A. Weinberg and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-11-28 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Critical Resource with Information You Won't Find Anywhere Else. Dentists of all specialties prescribe drugs for their patients, from pain medications to sedatives to antibiotics, and know all too well that making an evidenced-based decision on which drug to prescribe is more than just looking up a drug on the computer or PDA and requires more comprehensive consideration than the current drug reference books offer. For example, should an antibiotic be prescribed for implant placement or for sinus augmentation procedures? If so, what antibiotic is recommended (backed up with references), when should it be started, and for how long? Which is the antibiotic of choice for an odontogenic infection and how do you know if that antibiotic is working? Improve Your Decision Making with this Essential Guide. The Dentist’s Drug and Prescription Guide is the only book to offer comprehensive coverage of this topic and has quickly become the go-to reference for dental students, general dentists, periodontists, oral surgeons, dental hygienists. Written for dental professionals seeking quick advice on prescribing medications for their patients, the book offers: An easy-to-read question-and-answer format, the text describes evidenced-based pharmacologic therapy with current and up-to-date references regarding adjunctive pharmacologic treatment of the dental patient Easy-to-follow drug tables that summarize the main pharmacologic features of the different disciplines, including periodontics, implantology, oral surgery, and endodontics, with recommendations for pharmacologic treatment with periodontal and implant surgery as well as treatment of periodontal diseases, dental pain, and infection Detailed strategies to manage and prevent drug interactions in the dental practice Instructions and guidelines for the patient on how to take the drugs (e.g., to avoid GI upset when taking antibiotics acidophilus or yogurt can be taken). Plus, sample prescriptions, coverage of proper documentation in the patient's chart, and more! Order your copy today!

Download or read book Applied Pharmacology for the Dental Hygienist written by Bablenis Haveles and published by Mosby. This book was released on 2010-01-27 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Easy to read and easy to follow, Applied Pharmacology for the Dental Hygienist, 6th Edition provides an understanding of the basic principles of pharmacology. It covers the most common drugs that you will encounter in clinical practice -the drugs a patient may already be taking and the drugs prescribed by the dentist. A logical and consistent organization makes it easy to look up drug group indications, pharmacokinetics, pharmacologic effects, adverse reactions, drug interactions, and dosages. Ensure patient safety with this essential reference! Drug interactions are emphasized, with explanations of why specific drugs may or may not be appropriate for use in a dental treatment plan. Note boxes highlight important concepts, indications, contraindications, memory tools, warnings, and more. Chapter review questions help you assess your understanding. Informative appendixes make it easy to look up need-to-know information. A new Hygiene-Related Oral Disorders chapter summarizes prevention and treatment of dental caries, gingivitis, and tooth hypersensitivity. A new Natural/Herbal Products and Dietary Supplements chapter relates this fast-growing area to dental hygiene. New Dental Hygiene Considerations boxes show how principles of pharmacology apply specifically to dental hygienists. Additional illustrations and tables simplify difficult concepts, including topics such as receptors and metabolism. A new full-color insert illustrates examples of many common oral pathological conditions.

Download or read book Dale s Pharmacology Condensed E Book written by Clive P. Page and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2019-12-25 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering the essential basic science and principles of pharmacology using concise text and diagrams, Dale's Pharmacology Condensed, 3rd Edition, presents the key facts and concepts that are key to understanding how drugs work and their underlying pathophysiological processes. Each of the 50 short chapters provides an organized, consistent approach to efficient learning and retention of complex information. This concise text is an ideal companion volume to Rang and Dale's Pharmacology, as well as a stand-alone condensed textbook or review book for exams. - All content has been thoroughly revised and updated, with new coverage of fast-moving therapeutic areas such as cancer treatments, dermatology and immune mediated diseases, and new developments in pharmacological principles such as biased agonism. - Each two-page (or less) chapter condenses key information from Rang and Dale's Pharmacology to provide the necessary core knowledge, as well as essential therapeutic information. - New editors are experienced teachers who provide a clear focus on what today's students need to know. - Ideal for exam preparation with explanatory diagrams throughout, important drugs identified with bold type, and 50 multiple choice questions for self-assessment and review.

Download or read book Pharmacology Prep Manual for Undergraduates written by Shanbhag and published by Elsevier India. This book was released on 2008 with total page 504 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Pharmacology for Dental and Allied Health Sciences written by Padmaja Udaykumar and published by Jaypee Brothers,Medical Publishers Pvt. Limited. This book was released on 2017-03-22 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Pharmacology for Nurses E Book written by Tara V. Shanbhag and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2016-08-16 with total page 435 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pharmacology for Nurses - E-Book

Download or read book Implant Dentistry E Book written by Arun K. Garg and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2009-12-15 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get the practical information you need to add dental implants to your practice! Dr. Arun Garg, a leading dental implant educator, clinician, and researcher, uses a clear, succinct writing style to inform and guide you through the full scope of dental implantology. A patient-focused approach covers surgical templates and techniques, sterilization, pharmacology, bone biology, complications, and more. A robust appendix offers handy information including insurance codes, consent forms, surgical tray set-ups, and food recipes for patients recovering from surgery. - A practical yet comprehensive approach covers all aspects of implant dentistry from patient history to post-operative care, with minimal use of jargon, in an easy-to-read format. - Outstanding photos help you visualize and understand patient outcomes. - An appendix on post-operative instructions includes a unique section on delicious yet recovery-specific recipes.

Download or read book Pharmacology for Medical Graduates 4th Updated Edition written by Tara V. Shanbhag and published by Elsevier India. This book was released on 2020-05-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fourth edition of this book is thoroughly revised and updated in accordance with the syllabus of pharmacology recommended by the Medical Council of India. Following recent developments and advances in Pharmacology, the book provides factual, conceptual and applied aspects of the subject. It is designed to meet the needs of students pursuing undergraduate courses in medicine and also for the practicing doctors. Format based upon the pattern followed by the examiners in framing questions in the exams - both theory and practical Updated content with addition of specific description of drugs under short headings makes it easy to understand Textual presentation in tabular format helps in quick reading and recall Addition of new flowcharts, figures and tables to facilitate greater retention of knowledge Supplementing text with simple diagrams, self-explanatory flow charts, tables and student friendly mnemonics Point-wise presentation of information, useful for exam going UG students Core competencies prescribed by the MCI are covered and competency codes are included in the text Includes new topics on drug dosage forms and calculation of dosage of drugs Addition of cardiovascular drug summary table for quick revision

Download or read book Clinical Pharmacology in Dental Practice written by Samuel V. Holroyd and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 620 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: L. Wynn, BS, MS, PhD and Barbara Requa-Clark, PharmD; with 16 contributors

Download or read book Clinical Pharmacology written by Desmond Roger Laurence and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 726 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is about the rational scientific basis and practice of drug therapy. Doctors need to understand the psychological and medical area in which they prescribe to deliver what patients have a right to expect, ie. maximum benefit with minimum risk.

Download or read book Pharmacology for Dental Students written by Shanbhag and published by Elsevier India. This book was released on 2010 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is written mainly for Undergraduate Dental Students. Its user-friendly format provides knowledge of pharmacology without extraneous details as needed by BDS students. The book will also be useful for practicing Dentists, Pharmacy and Nursing students. About the Author : - Tara V Shanbhag is serving as Professor at the Department of Pharmacology, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Karnataka. She has a teaching experience of more than 20 years and has been examiner to several universities. Dr Shanbhag is an honorable recipient of the Good Teacher award. She also has to her credit several articles in national and international journals. She has also authored a book Pharmacology: Prep Manual for Undergraduates with Elsevier.Smita Shenoy is Associate Professor at the Department of Pharmacology, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Karnataka. She has contributed articles to different national and international journals. Veena Nayak is Assistant Professor at the Department of Pharmacology, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Karnataka. She has contributed articles to different national journals.

Download or read book Dentist s Guide to Medical Conditions and Complications written by Kanchan Ganda and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-11-16 with total page 540 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dentist's Guide to Medical Conditions and Complications is a highly accessible reference to dental treatment of medically compromised patients. The ability to treat medically compromised patients is necessary for most dentists and dental professionals, and this book serves as a guide to effectively treat these patients. In a succinct, easy-to-use format, Dentist's Guide to Medical Conditions and Complications outlines protocols for treating patients with common conditions, presents essential drug interaction information, and guides the dental professional through the prevention and management of in-office medical emergencies.