Mosby's Dental Drug Reference

Drugs are listed alphabetically by generic name for ease of use. Two new appendixes have been added that include sample prescriptions and drugs that interact with the cytochrome P450 system. Includes drug interaction of concern to dentistry with considerations on patient management. Therapeutic/Pharmacological Index provides cross-referencing for quick access to drug information.

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Accurate, easy to use, and up to date - this user-friendly guide is the ideal drug reference for the dental office. Detailed coverage of over 2,000 commonly used drug products, including the top 200 prescription drugs in the U.S., assists in the rapid identification of drugs that dental patients may be taking. Drugs are presented alphabetically by generic name in a succinctly ordered and standardized format with pertinent drug information. An easy-to-use cross index is the key to using this book for both brand and generic name identification. An additional index, based on a therapeutic and pharmacologic classification, can also be used to quickly locate drug monographs. Useful fact tables are located on the front and back inside covers and in the appendices, in addition to information about dose calculations.

Alphabetical organization with A-to-Z thumb tabs for rapid identification of drugs that dental patients may be taking.
Each drug is listed by generic name and cross-indexed by brand name for easy reference.
Dental alert icons highlight oral side effects.
Drug interaction icons designate interactions of concern to dentistry.
Maple leaf icons indicate common brand names for the generic drug sold only in Canada.
Provides information on the top 200 prescription drugs in the United States.
Features complete and consistent monographs of more than 2,000 commonly used drug products.
A therapeutic and pharmacologic index assists in recalling drug names.
The recommended antibiotic prophylaxis for the prevention of bacterial endocarditis and the prevention of prosthetic joint infection are included, as detailed by the American Heart Association.

CD-ROM in the back of every book that includes 100 top pathologic conditions.
The 2001 NEW DRUG UPDATES that appeared in the fifth edition Revised Reprint have been folded into the main body of the text.
Two new appendices that cover hot topics for drug interactions:
Drugs Affecting Cytochrome P450 Enzymes
Drugs that Prolong the QT IntervalAdditional herbal/non-herbal remedies have been incorporated into the appendix, answering the needs of practitioners who encounter patients taking an increasing number of complementary and alternative medicines.
New drugs that approved over the past two years will have been added, along with their complete drug monographs.
All drug monographs reviewed and updated to include new information on indications, drug interactions, doses, and dose forms.