Pharmaceutical Word Book 2007

Résumé du livre

Written by transcriptionists for transcriptionists, this quick, easy-to-use reference provides correct spelling and capitalization of drugs, gives their designated use, and usual methods of administration. In addition, it offers cross-references between brand names and generic drugs and includes other "consumable" products, such as in vitro testing kits, radiographic contrast and imaging agents, and wound dressings. Overall, this book features 200 drug classes in the main list with a brief description of the therapeutic use and/or method of action common to drugs in the class.

• Information is organized specifically for medical transcriptionists, allowing them to work more quickly and accurately.
• Sound-alike drug name(s) are preceded with an "ear" icon help readers confirm the correct drug.
• Contains helpful quick reference appendices of information such as: Most Prescribed Drugs, Common Abbreviations, and Therapeutic Levels for Drugs that may Cause Toxicity.

• The latest information on over 27,000 brand name and generic drugs.
• Useful appendices, such as Sound-Alikes, Abbreviations, and Most Prescribed Drugs.