The biochemical basis of neuropharmacology
By: Jack R. Cooper, Floyd E. Bloom, Robert H. Roth.
Contributors: Bloom, Floyd E.; Roth, Robert H., 1939-
Edition: 6th ed.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Published: 1991
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 454
Subjects: Neurochemistry.; Neuropharmacology.; Nerve Tissue -- chemistry.; Nerve Tissue -- physiology.; Nervous System -- drug effects.; Neuropharmacology.; Neuroregulators -- physiology.
Description: Over the past 15 years, this volume has become widely recognized as the best on its subject, providing the liveliest and most lucid available account of neurotransmitters and their relation to drug action. The fifth edition features two new chapters on topics of current interest: molecular neurobiology and neuromodulation. In addition, all other chapters have been updated. It is a useful book for a wide variety of students and professionals, including neuroscientists, clinical neurologists, psychiatrists, psychologists, biochemists and pharmacologists.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.