Main description:

The handbook contains valuable practical information in a precise manner to help pharmacy students and practicing pharmacists, ensuring appropriate use of medicines and optimum pharmacotherapy at various levels. The first part of the book covers Common Medical Terminologies and Abbreviations, Common Laboratory (Pathological) Data, Sources of Drug Information, Concept of 8-Star Pharmacists, Patient Counseling, Regulations Relating to Pharmacy Practice, Rational Use of Medicines, Good Pharmacy Practice, New Drugs, Fixed Dose Combinations, Pharmacovigilance and Safety Monitoring, Drug Use in Pregnancy and Breastfeeding, Storage of Medicines, and Dose Calculations in Children and in Renal Impairment, etc. The second part covers the essential information like Therapeutic Indication, Dose, Dosage Forms and Strength, Special Precautions Required during its Use and Patient Advice Instruction of all medicines listed in World Health Organization and Government of India's current Essential Medicines List.