The Women's Pill Book

The Women's Pill Book
Author: Deborah Mitchell
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 286
Release: 2012-03-27
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0312603827

A reader-friendly reference guide to the prescription and over-the-counter medications commonly used by women.

Complete Guide to Prescription & Nonprescription Drugs

Complete Guide to Prescription & Nonprescription Drugs
Author: Henry Winter Griffith
Publisher: Perigee Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: Drugs
ISBN: 9781594631979

This newly revised, expanded 2014 edition of the bestselling drug reference book by one of America's most trusted family physicians gives you the information you need and can depend on. 'Outstanding reference source.' American Library Association 'One of the simplest and most thorough guides ever put together on the subject.' United Press International 'Comprehensive, easy-to-use, and informative.' Los Angeles Times

The Pill Book

The Pill Book
Author: Gilbert I. Simon
Publisher: Bantam
Total Pages: 980
Release: 1990-01-01
Genre: Drugs
ISBN: 9780553346787

Revised for its tenth edition, "The Pill Book" remains the bestselling and and most trusted consumer reference to the most-prescribed drugs in the United States. 32-page color insert. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

The Pill Book Guide to Natural Medicines

The Pill Book Guide to Natural Medicines
Author: Michael Murray
Publisher: Bantam
Total Pages: 863
Release: 2008-11-19
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0307489531

IF YOU TAKE NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS, HERBS, VITAMINS, AND OTHER NATURAL PRODUCTS, YOU NEED THIS BOOK! Compiled by one of America’s leading authorities on natural medicine, The Pill Book Guide to Natural Medicines answers vital questions about the effectiveness and safety of more than 250 of today’s most popular natural remedies. Dr. Murray's unique A-to-F rating system tells you at a glance whether the product has been scientifically proven to work and if there are risks in taking it. Written in clear, accessible language, here is important information on: • What the product is for, and how it works • Safety and effectiveness rating • Possible side effects • Drug and food interactions • Usual dosage • Cautions and warnings • Special concerns for seniors, children, and pregnant women Up-to-date and authoritative, The Pill Book Guide to Natural Medicines also contains Dr. Murray's recommendations for the prevention and treatment of over 70 common conditions, from acne and atherosclerosis to ulcers and varicose veins. Remember, just because a product is “natural” does not mean it is safe. This important reference can help you make wise choices–or even save your health.

The Complete Guide To Herbal Medicines

The Complete Guide To Herbal Medicines
Author: Charles W. Fetrow
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 720
Release: 2000-09
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0743400704

Each herbal medicine entry contains information on why people use the herb, what the research shows, common doses, side effects, interactions with drugs, important points to remember, and references to scientific studies.

The Pill Book Guide

The Pill Book Guide
Author: Robert Rapp
Publisher: Bantam
Total Pages: 1156
Release: 1997
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 9780553577297

Following the successful format of "The Pill Book", this unique reference profiles the top 200 over-the-counter medications. These profiles include a description of the drug and how it works, dosages, side effects, information relevant to children, the elderly, and people with allergies, cautions and warnings, and food interactions. A second section lists the active ingredients of the pills, and a 32-page full-color photo insert ensures easy recognition.

Handbook of Nonprescription Drugs

Handbook of Nonprescription Drugs
Author: Daniel L. Krinsky
Publisher: American Pharmacists Association (APhA)
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2018
Genre: Drugs, Nonprescription
ISBN: 9781582122656

Written and peer reviewed by experts in practice and academia, the 19th edition of the Handbook of Nonprescription Drugs: An Interactive Approach to Self-Care is an authoritative resource for students and for health care providers who counsel and care for patients undertaking self-treatment¿nonprescription drugs, nutritional supplements, medical foods, nondrug and preventive measures, and complementary therapies. Its goal is to develop the knowledge and problem-solving skills needed to assess a patient¿s health status and current practice of self-treatment, to determine whether self-care is necessary or appropriate, and, if appropriate, to recommend safe and effective self-care measures.

Non-prescription Medicines

Non-prescription Medicines
Author: Alan Nathan
Publisher: Pharmaceutical Press
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2010
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0853698864

This new edition of Non-prescription Medicines has been revised and updated to reflect amendments in legal category status of several products from prescription-only (POM) to pharmacy sale (P) status. Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines currently available in the UK are reviewed in alphabetically arranged chapters on the conditions that they are licensed to treat. 44 common conditions are covered and new chapters on Chlamydia, Obesity and Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia have been added. Each chapter includes:* an introduction to the condition* detailed description of the available products, including mode of action, side-effects, cautions and contraindications, interactions and dosage* product selection points* product recommendations. Non-prescription Medicines is the only publication in the UK that deals with available OTC medicines comprehensively and in depth. This vital resource will enable pharmacists, GPs, nurses and other healthcare professionals to make well-informed recommendations and to give sound advice to their patients. Updates are available online in January and June at (INSERT WEB ADDRESS)Alan Nathan is a freelance pharmacy writer and Consultant, London, UK.

The PDR Pocket Guide to Prescription Drugs

The PDR Pocket Guide to Prescription Drugs
Author: Pocket Books
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 1714
Release: 2003
Genre: Drugs
ISBN: 0743476697

This completely revised edition of the renowned guide presents everything readers need to know about prescription drugs based on the FDA-approved information published in the "Physicians Desk Reference." Original.