Guide to prescription and over-the-counter drugs

The source of home reference to all widely prescribed medicines and popular over-the-counter drugs. Full descriptive profiles of more than 3oo drugs, including information about side effects, interactions, special precautions, and effects of prolonged use. Color index to 250 of the most commonly prescribed brand-name medications, including their major ingredients and standard dosages. comprehensive coverage of 80 key drug categories and their subgroups, with clear illustrations of the way drugs work in the body. Decriptive listings of more than 2500 brand name and generic drugs. specific details on understanding and using drugs, with special information for people most at risk. Illustrated section on what to do in drug poisoning and overdose emergencies before help arrives. profiles of vitamins and minerals, food additives, and drugs of abuse and Glossary of medical terms doctors use to explained for the layperson.