Main description:

Comprehensive yet approachable, PHARMACOLOGY FOR PHARMACY TECHNICIANS provides just the right type and level of pharmacology information you need for successful practice. With coverage of body systems structure, as well as patient scenarios, anatomy and physiology refreshers, drug monographs with pill photos, and much more, this book presents an often-challenging subject in a practical way to make learning easier.

Overviews of anatomy and physiology at the beginning of each body system unit provide a basic understanding of anatomy and physiology to help you understand how drugs work in the body.
Mini drug monographs in every body system and drug classification chapter contain valuable drug information and pill photos for quick reference.
Summary drug tables with generic/brand name, usual dose and dosing schedule, and warning labels offer at-a-glance access to information about specific drugs.
Helpful Tech Notes enhance your understanding of the practical knowledge needed in the pharmacy setting and help you relate new concepts to practical use.
Tech Alerts offer critical reminders and warnings to help you learn to identify and avoid common pharmacy errors.
Technician's Corner critical thinking exercises prepare you for on-the-job situations by providing a set of facts and asking you to reach a conclusion.

Updated drug information ensures you are familiar with the latest drug approvals and therapeutic considerations.
Additional learning resources on the companion Evolve website include:

Certification practice exam to better prepare you for the PTCB or ExCPT exam.
More recall exercises and games to help you retain complex information.

Contents:

Unit 1: Introduction to Pharmacology

Fundamentals of Pharmacology
Principles of Pharmacology
Pharmacodynamics
Drug Interactions and Medication Errors
Unit 2: Drugs Affecting the Autonomic Nervous System and Central Nervous System

Introduction to the Nervous System

Treatment of Anxiety
Treatment of Depression
Treatment of Schizophrenia and Other Psychoses
Treatment of Parkinson's Disease and Huntington's Disease
Treatment of Seizure Disorders
Treatment of Pain
Treatment of Migraine Headache and Alzheimer's Disease
Treatment of Sleep Disorders and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Unit 3: Drugs Affecting the Musculoskeletal System

Introduction to the Musculoskeletal System

Neuromuscular Blockade
Treatment of Muscle Spasms
Treatment of Autoimmune Diseases That Affect the Musculoskeletal System
Treatment of Osteoporosis and Paget's Disease of the Bone
Treatment of Hyperuricemia and Gout
Unit 4: Treatment of Diseases of the Ophthalmic and Otic Systems

Introduction to the Ophthalmic and Otic Systems

Treatment of Glaucoma and Other Disorders of the Eye
Treatment of Vertigo and Other Disorders of the Ear
Treatment of Ophthalmic and Otic Infections
Unit 5: Drugs Affecting the Cardiovascular System

Introduction to the Cardiovascular System and Hematological System

Treatment of Angina
Treatment of Hypertension
Treatment of Heart Failure
Treatment of Myocardial Infarction and Stroke
Treatment of Arrhythmia
Unit 6: Drugs Affecting the Gastrointestinal System

Introduction to the Gastrointestinal (Digestive) System

Treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Laryngopharyngeal Reflux and Peptic Ulcer
Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease
Unit 7: Drugs Affecting the Respiratory System

Introduction to the Respiratory System

Treatment of Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Treatment of Allergies
Unit 8: Drugs Affecting the Urinary System

Introduction to the Urinary System

Treatment of Prostate Disease and Erectile
Treatment of Fluid and Electrolyte Disorders
Unit 9: Drugs Affecting the Endocrine System

Introduction to the Endocrine System

Treatment of Thyroid Disorders
Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus
Drugs That Affect the Reproductive System
Unit 10: Drugs Affecting the Immunological System

Introduction to the Lymphatic and Immune System

Treatment of Bacterial Infection
Treatment of Viral Infections
Treatment of Cancers
Vaccines and Immunosuppressants
Unit 11: Drugs Affecting the Integumentary System

Introduction to the Integumentary System (Skin & Its Appendages)

Treatment of Fungal Infections
Treatment of Decubitus Ulcers and Burns
Treatment of Acne
Treatment of Eczema
Treatment of Lice and Scabies