Physician's Desk Reference

This guide is comprised of FDA-approved prescription drug information. With the assurance of getting officially recognized data and the most up-to-date facts, users can find comprehensive information on drugs, indications and adverse reactions.

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This reference gives FDA-approved information on almost 4000 prescription drugs and important data on more than 250 drug manufacturers. It includes new drugs, including: redux, the first drug in 20 years for the management of weight-loss; arimedex for breast cancer; rilutek, the first treatment for Lou Gehrig's disease'; and the new HIV protease inhibitors, crixivan, invirase and norvir. Many familiar drugs on the market today have had their prescribing information amended with new warnings, adverse reactions and indications, as well as new uses. Also provided is: a key to controlled substances and a guide to management of drug overdeose; a telephone listing of certified poison-control centres; a full section devoted to diagnostic product information; and a complete list of discontinued drugs.