The British Medical Association new guide to medicines & drugs
By: chief medical editor, Kevin M O'Shaughnessy
Contributors: British Medical Association
Edition: 8th ed.
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
Published: 2011
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 512
ISBN-13: 9781405361798
Subjects: Drugs; Popular works; Pharmaceutical Preparations
Other titles: New guide to medicines & drugs; BMA new guide to medicines & drugs
Description: "The complete home reference to over 2,500 medicines - fully revised and updated. The BMA New Guide to Medicine and Drugs Eighth Edition is the fully updated, quick-reference guide to drugs for anyone wanting to know more about the medication they're taking from Britain's leading authority. Jargon-free and easy-to-follow, get all the vital information you need on 2,500 of today's prescription and over-the-counter drugs fast. Find advice on understanding and using medicines and learn how they work, what they treat, their risks, benefits, side effects, and how to use them safely and effectively. Plus, get detailed descriptions and facts on 276 commonly used medicines and information about drugs new to the market. Essential guidance for anyone taking medication, or wanting to know more about the major drugs used in common medical practice. The BMA New Guide to Medicine and Drugs Eighth Edition is perfect for the family bookshelf and for healthcare professionals."--Publisher's description.
Notes: Previous edition: 2007.

"Fully revised & updated"--Cover.

Includes index.