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Wolters Kluwer
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS
PHARMACY
Introduction to the Pharmaceutical Sciences: An Integrated
Approach
Second Edition
Nita K. Pandit, PhD
Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Pharmaceutical, Biomedical, and
Administrative Sciences, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Drake University, Des
Moines, IA
Robert P. Soltis, PhD
Professor of Pharmacology, Chair, Department of Pharmaceutical, Biomedical, and
Administrative Sciences, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Drake University, Des
Moines, IA
October 2011 / Softbound / 7 x 10
480 pp. / Approx. 201 Illus. / Approx. 33 Tables
978-1-60913-001-5
DESCRIPTION
This unique textbook provides an introductory, yet
comprehensive overview of the pharmaceutical
sciences. It is the first text of its kind to pursue an
interdisciplinary approach. Readers are introduced
to basic concepts related to the specific disciplines
in the pharmaceutical sciences, including
pharmacology, pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics,
and medicinal chemistry. In an easy-to-read
writing style, the book provides readers with up-
to-date information on pharmacogenomics and
includes comprehensive coverage of industrial drug
development and regulatory approval processes.
FEATURES
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NEW! Case Studies provide students with real-
world examples and encourage them to think
critically.
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Detailed illustrations throughout the book help
reinforce key principles.
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Emphasis on chemical, biological, and
mathematical principles is balanced to help
students gain a broad understanding of modern
pharmaceutical science and its applications.
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Review Questions at the end of each chapter help
students evaluate their level of comprehension.
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Key Concepts sections provide a quick review of
important material.
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Chapter Outlines, tables, and boxes help students
master the material.
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The Additional Reading section points readers to
more information.
Chapter 1 Introduction
Part I: Drug Chemistry
Part II: Drug Delivery
Part III: Drug Disposition
Part IV: Drug Action
Part V: Drug Therapy
Part VI: Special Topics
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 2 Drugs and Their Targets
Chapter 3 Ionization of Drugs
Chapter 4 Solubility and Lipophilicity
Chapter 5 Transport Across Biological Barriers
Chapter 6 Drug Absorption
Chapter 7 Drug Delivery Systems
Chapter 8 Drug Distribution
Chapter 9 Drug Excretion
Chapter 10 Drug Metabolism
Chapter 11 Pharmacokinetic Concepts
... abridged to fit
ANCILLARIES
Student Resources:
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Answers to Practice Problems in book
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eBook
Instructor Resources:
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Two additional integrated cases (which draw
on information from the entire book)
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Answers to cases in book
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Answers to online cases
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Image Bank