Basic Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics

Updated with new chapters and topics, this book provides a comprehensive description of all essential topics in contemporary pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. It also features interactive computer simulations for students to experiment and observe PK/PD models in action.- Presents the essentials of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics in a clear and progressive manner- Helps students better appreciate important concepts and gain a greater understanding of the mechanism of action of drugs by reinforcing practical applications in both the book and the computer modules- Features interactive computer simulations, available online through a companion website at: https: //web.uri.edu/pharmacy/research/rosenbaum/sims/- Adds new chapters on physiologically based pharmacokinetic models, predicting drug-drug interactions, and pharmacogenetics while also strengthening original chapters to better prepare students for more advanced applications- Reviews of the 1st edition: "This is an ideal textbook for those starting out ... and also for use as a reference book ...." (International Society for the Study of Xenobiotics) and "I could recommend Rosenbaum's book for pharmacology students because it is written from a perspective of drug action . . . Overall, this is a well-written introduction to PK/PD .... " (British Toxicology Society Newsletter)

Author:

Sara E. Rosenbaum

Publisher:

Wiley

Publication Date:

Dec 27, 2016

Number of pages:

576 pages

Language:

English

Binding:

Paperback

ISBN-10:

1119143152

ISBN-13:

9781119143154