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This unparalleled work of home reference contains information on all major drugs and medicines in use in modern medical practice. Fully illustrated and written in clear language for the general reader, this book is essential for anyone who needs to take medication or who wishes to learn more about this ever-expanding aspect of medical treatment. Colour Identification Guide: Photographs of 270 tablets and capsules arranged in colour sequence enable you to identify the most commonly prescribed products. A-Z of Drugs: Over 1500 drugs and medications are indexed with detailed full-page descriptions of almost 200 individual generic drugs. The standardised page design enables you quickly to locate the practical information you need about the proper use and effects of your particular medication. Major Drug Groups: Over 80 principal classes of drugs, including their uses, actions, intended effects and side effects are clearly described in non-technical language. Carefully-designed illustrations and diagrams enhance and expand the text.
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Guide To Medicines & Drugs, The Medical Association of South Africa, Nick Lee
- Language
- Released
- 1992
- Binding
- (Hardcover),
- Book condition
- Good
- Price
- €39.99
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- Title
- Guide To Medicines & Drugs
- Subtitle
- The Essential Family Reference To Prescription And Over-The-Counter Medications Including Vitamins And Minerals
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- Reader's Digest
- Released
- 1992
- Format
- Hardcover
- ISBN10
- 0947008810
- ISBN13
- 9780947008819
- Series
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- Description
- This unparalleled work of home reference contains information on all major drugs and medicines in use in modern medical practice. Fully illustrated and written in clear language for the general reader, this book is essential for anyone who needs to take medication or who wishes to learn more about this ever-expanding aspect of medical treatment. Colour Identification Guide: Photographs of 270 tablets and capsules arranged in colour sequence enable you to identify the most commonly prescribed products. A-Z of Drugs: Over 1500 drugs and medications are indexed with detailed full-page descriptions of almost 200 individual generic drugs. The standardised page design enables you quickly to locate the practical information you need about the proper use and effects of your particular medication. Major Drug Groups: Over 80 principal classes of drugs, including their uses, actions, intended effects and side effects are clearly described in non-technical language. Carefully-designed illustrations and diagrams enhance and expand the text.