ISBN: 9781574391633    Publisher: Facts & Comparisons Year of publishing: 2003     Format:  Paperback No of Pages: 1392        Language: English

Now available in bound format this widely used OTC drug reference offers the most current facts on conditions patients may choose to self-treat and appropriate nonprescription pharmacotherapy. Condition-oriented and organised by body system this quick reference is an excellent tool for point-of-care patient counseling on OTC products. Chapters include CNS dermatologic gastrointestinal musculoskeletal nutritional ophthalmic oral cavity podiatric respiratory and women's health conditions. Coverage of each condition includes etiology symptoms treatment and patient counseling. A Patient Interview section assists in determining whether nonprescription medication non-drug therapy or physician referral is appropriate. Patient Information boxes provide instructions on use of OTC products.
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