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  • Clinical Pharmacology: For Medical Students

    Clinical Pharmacology: For Medical Students
    2025/10/29
    A comprehensive overview of several major drug classes and pharmacological principles, including pharmacokinetics (absorption, distribution, metabolism, and elimination) and pharmacodynamics (mechanisms of drug action, dose-response relationships, and drug interactions). Specific content is dedicated to Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs), Adrenergic and Cholinergic (Sympathomimetic and Parasympathomimetic) drugs, and the clinical use of Diuretic Agents for managing fluid and electrolyte balance in various edematous conditions. The document is structured with chapters, parts, review questions, and clinical correlations, suggesting its use in a medical education context.
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    16 分
  • Pharmacology of Immunotherapeutic Drugs

    Pharmacology of Immunotherapeutic Drugs
    2025/10/28
    A detailed overview of the immune system, including both innate and adaptive responses, along with the pharmacological approaches to treating immune-related diseases. The text specifically covers inflammation, autoimmunity (such as Graves' disease and Multiple Sclerosis), infectious diseases (like HIV and Tuberculosis), allergies, and cancer immunotherapy. The content examines the mechanisms of various drug classes like monoclonal antibodies (e.g., TNF-alpha inhibitors, anti-CD20 agents), cytotoxic drugs, and immunomodulatory drugs, frequently listing approved drug names, their targets, and associated adverse effects. Furthermore, the source discusses vaccination strategies and the foundational biological processes of immune cell development and function.
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    21 分
  • Clinical Chemistry: Principles, Techniques and Correlations

    Clinical Chemistry: Principles, Techniques and Correlations
    2025/10/27
    A comprehensive overview of clinical chemistry and laboratory practices, covering fundamental concepts, analytical techniques, and clinical applications. Key areas discussed include the principles and automation of clinical chemistry analyzers, various analytic techniques such as spectrophotometry, electrochemistry, and chromatography, and the critical importance of quality control and laboratory safety. Furthermore, the material explores the clinical significance, metabolism, and analytical measurement of numerous biochemical compounds (e.g., proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, electrolytes, and nonprotein nitrogen compounds) in relation to organ system functions, toxicology, therapeutic drug monitoring, and nutritional assessment across different patient populations, including pediatrics and geriatrics.
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    18 分
  • A Textbook of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics

    A Textbook of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics
    2025/10/26
    A comprehensive overview of drugs and their clinical applications. The content covers foundational principles such as pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, including drug absorption, metabolism, and mechanisms of action like competitive antagonists. It addresses specialized areas of therapeutics, detailing drugs for systems like the nervous system (e.g., anti-epileptics, anti-depressants), the cardiovascular system (e.g., anti-hypertensives, anti-dysrhythmics), and the musculoskeletal system. Furthermore, the text extensively discusses the complexities of adverse drug reactions and drug interactions, emphasizing patient-specific factors like age, pregnancy, and genetic variation, and concludes with sections on chemotherapy, immunosuppressants, and clinical toxicology.
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    18 分
  • Pharmaco-therapy in Aortic Disease

    Pharmaco-therapy in Aortic Disease
    2025/10/25
    An overview of various aortic diseases, focusing heavily on diagnosis, medical management, and surgical intervention. The text addresses several conditions, including aortic atherosclerosis and its embolic potential, emphasizing imaging techniques like echocardiography and CT for diagnosis, and discussing the role of anticoagulation and statins in treatment. Furthermore, the sources explore aortitis, covering both infectious and non-infectious forms like Giant Cell Arteritis and Takayasu Arteritis, detailing diagnostic imaging and the use of immunosuppressive and antibiotic therapies. Finally, the excerpts examine Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm (TAA), including genetically linked syndromes like Marfan syndrome, discussing the role of genetic factors, the use of beta-blockers and ARBs to manage aortic dilation, and the guidelines for surgical timing and long-term management of acute and chronic aortic dissection.
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    16 分
  • Cosmetic Formulation of Skin Care Products

    Cosmetic Formulation of Skin Care Products
    2025/10/25
    An extensive overview of cosmetic formulation and dermatology, focusing on the scientific principles and practical applications of skin care products. It addresses the needs of professionals by dividing the text into sections on cutaneous formulation issues, such as site-specific needs for areas like the face, eyelids, and feet, and formulation development, which includes discussions on cleansers, moisturizers, and antiperspirants. Furthermore, the text explores various active ingredients used for skin treatment, including sunscreens, retinoids, skin lightening agents, exfoliants, and anti-inflammatories, detailing their mechanisms of action, efficacy, and future trends in areas like cosmeceuticals and nutraceuticals. The comprehensive content also covers dermatologic conditions like acne and hyperhidrosis, discussing both over-the-counter and prescription treatment methodologies.
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    13 分
  • Calculating Drug Dosages: A Patient-Safe Approach to Nursing and Math

    Calculating Drug Dosages: A Patient-Safe Approach to Nursing and Math
    2025/10/24
    Focused on safe and accurate drug dosage calculations for nursing and healthcare professionals. The material covers critical aspects of medication administration, emphasizing patient safety through adherence to guidelines like the Six Rights of Medication Administration. Key topics include systems of measurement (metric and household), dosage calculation methods (ratio and proportion, dimensional analysis, and formula), and the verification of medication orders, particularly for oral, parenteral (injections), and intravenous (IV) routes. Furthermore, the text addresses special considerations for vulnerable populations, such as pediatric and geriatric patients, and the importance of understanding drug-specific warnings like REMS and Black Box Warnings, alongside professional practices like labeling reconstituted medications and titrating IV drips.
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    15 分
  • Cardiac Drugs

    Cardiac Drugs
    2025/10/24
    A comprehensive overview of pharmaceutical treatments for various cardiovascular conditions. The sections cover a wide array of topics, including the management of acute coronary syndromes (ACS), the use of antiarrhythmic drugs (AADs) to treat dysrhythmias, and detailed pharmacotherapy for heart failure (HF), including the role of neurohumoral modulation and positive inotropic drugs like dobutamine. Furthermore, the source provides extensive information on antihypertensive drugs, detailing classifications, dosing, and use in special populations like those with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and diabetes, alongside treatments for dyslipidemias using statins, fibrates, and niacin, and drug therapy during pregnancy and lactation. Finally, a concluding section briefly explores future directions in drug therapy, specifically highlighting the role of genetics and rare variants in developing new cardiovascular medications.
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    16 分