Drugs for Pregnant and Lactating Women E-Book
Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Medical, Specialties, Perinatology & Neonatology, Gynecology & Obstetrics
| Author: | Carl P. Weiner, MD | ISBN: | 9780323508704 |
| Publisher: | Elsevier Health Sciences | Publication: | October 17, 2018 |
| Imprint: | Elsevier | Language: | English |
| Author: | Carl P. Weiner, MD |
| ISBN: | 9780323508704 |
| Publisher: | Elsevier Health Sciences |
| Publication: | October 17, 2018 |
| Imprint: | Elsevier |
| Language: | English |
Logically organized and easy to use, Drugs for Pregnant and Lactating Women, 3rd Edition, is your #1 resource for details on how virtually all of today’s drugs and herbal supplements interact with pregnancy and lactation. More than just a dosing manual, this unique title by Dr. Carl P. Weiner fully explains whether each drug is FDA-approved for use by expecting or nursing mothers, is known to be safe for use, or is known to pose a danger. With up-to-date coverage of nearly 2,000 substances, it provides the thorough details you need to choose the most effective course of treatment.
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Uses a consistent, easy-to-follow format for each substance: generic and trade name • class • indications • mechanism of action • dosage, with contraindications and cautions • maternal considerations • fetal considerations • drug interactions • breastfeeding safety • references • and summary information.
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Describes over-the-counter drugs and alternative medications as well as prescription drugs.
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Uses an eye-catching icon to highlight known teratogens.
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Includes international drug names to give this reference a global perspective.
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Features new letter thumb tabs for easier navigation.
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Includes dozens of new drugs and thorough updates throughout.
Logically organized and easy to use, Drugs for Pregnant and Lactating Women, 3rd Edition, is your #1 resource for details on how virtually all of today’s drugs and herbal supplements interact with pregnancy and lactation. More than just a dosing manual, this unique title by Dr. Carl P. Weiner fully explains whether each drug is FDA-approved for use by expecting or nursing mothers, is known to be safe for use, or is known to pose a danger. With up-to-date coverage of nearly 2,000 substances, it provides the thorough details you need to choose the most effective course of treatment.
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Uses a consistent, easy-to-follow format for each substance: generic and trade name • class • indications • mechanism of action • dosage, with contraindications and cautions • maternal considerations • fetal considerations • drug interactions • breastfeeding safety • references • and summary information.
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Describes over-the-counter drugs and alternative medications as well as prescription drugs.
-
Uses an eye-catching icon to highlight known teratogens.
-
Includes international drug names to give this reference a global perspective.
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Features new letter thumb tabs for easier navigation.
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Includes dozens of new drugs and thorough updates throughout.
