Handbook of Nonprescription Drugs : An Interactive Approach to Self Care
by Berardi, Rosemary R.Edition: 14th
Format: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 2004-03-19
Publisher(s): APhA Publications
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Summary
The gold-standard on self-care and non-prescription products! Using an evidence-based approach to establish the safety and effectiveness of self-care options for particular disorders. Thoroughly updated and revised with seven new chapters, this edition reflects recent FDA rulings and continues to emphasize communication and information-gathering skills. Features treatment algorithms, new assessment cases studies, and patient counseling information for each disorder.
Author Biography
Rosemary R. Berardi, PharmD, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Edward M. DeSimone, II, MS, PhD, Creighton University, Omaha, NB
Gail D. Newton, PhD, RPh, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IA
Michael A. Oszko, PharmD, BCPS, University of Kansas, Kansas City, KS
Nicholas G. Popovich, PhD, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL
Carol J. Rollins, MS, RD, PharmD, BCNSP, University Medical Center, Tucson, AZ
Leslie A. Shimp, PharmD, MS, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Karen J. Tietze, PharmD, University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
Edward M. DeSimone, II, MS, PhD, Creighton University, Omaha, NB
Gail D. Newton, PhD, RPh, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IA
Michael A. Oszko, PharmD, BCPS, University of Kansas, Kansas City, KS
Nicholas G. Popovich, PhD, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL
Carol J. Rollins, MS, RD, PharmD, BCNSP, University Medical Center, Tucson, AZ
Leslie A. Shimp, PharmD, MS, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Karen J. Tietze, PharmD, University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
Table of Contents
| Foreword | |
| Preface | |
| Contributors | |
| How to use the new case problem-solving model | |
| The pharmacist's role in self-care | |
| Self-care and nonprescription pharmacotherapy | p. 3 |
| Patient assessment and consultation | p. 17 |
| Multicultural aspects of self-care | p. 37 |
| Legal and regulatory issues in self-care pharmacy practice | p. 57 |
| Pain and fever disorders | |
| Headache and muscle and joint pain | p. 73 |
| Fever | p. 111 |
| Musculoskeletal injuries and disorders | p. 131 |
| Reproductive and genital disorders | |
| Vaginal and vulvovaginal disorders | p. 159 |
| Disorders related to menstruation | p. 181 |
| Prevention of unintended pregnancy | p. 205 |
| Prevention of sexually transmitted infections | p. 225 |
| Respiratory disorders | |
| Disorders related to cold and allergy | p. 239 |
| Cough | p. 271 |
| Asthma | p. 287 |
| Gastrointestinal disorders | |
| Heartburn and dyspepsia | p. 317 |
| Intestinal gas | p. 349 |
| Constipation | p. 367 |
| Diarrhea | p. 405 |
| Anorectal disorders | p. 433 |
| Pinworm infection | p. 457 |
| Nausea and vomiting | p. 469 |
| Poisoning | p. 493 |
| Ostomy care and supplies | p. 509 |
| Nutrition and nutritional supplementation | |
| Essential and conditionally essential nutrients | p. 539 |
| Meal replacement and performance-enhancing foods | p. 577 |
| Infant nutrition and special nutritional needs | p. 597 |
| Overweight and obesity | p. 631 |
| Ophthalmic, otic, and oral disorders | |
| Ophthalmic disorders | p. 659 |
| Prevention of contact lens-related disorders | p. 691 |
| Otic disorders | p. 723 |
| Prevention of hygiene-related oral disorders | p. 739 |
| Oral pain and discomfort | p. 769 |
| Dermatologic disorders | |
| Atopic dermatitis and dry skin | p. 811 |
| Scaly dermatoses | p. 831 |
| Contact dermatitis | p. 849 |
| Diaper dermatitis and prickly heat | p. 873 |
| Insect bites and stings and pediculosis | p. 889 |
| Acne | p. 913 |
| Prevention of sun-induced skin disorders | p. 929 |
| Skin hyperpigmentation and photoaging | p. 955 |
| Minor burns and sunburn | p. 969 |
| Minor wounds and secondary bacterial skin infections | p. 987 |
| Fungal skin infections | p. 1009 |
| Warts | p. 1027 |
| Minor foot disorders | p. 1037 |
| Hair loss | p. 1061 |
| Other medical disorders | |
| Diabetes mellitus | p. 1075 |
| Insomnia | p. 1117 |
| Drowsiness and fatigue | p. 1133 |
| Tobacco use and dependence | p. 1149 |
| Home medical equipment | |
| Home testing and monitoring devices | p. 1179 |
| Adult urinary incontinence supplies | p. 1213 |
| Complementary and alternative medicine | |
| Botanical medicines | p. 1231 |
| Nonbotanical natural medicines | p. 1275 |
| Homeopathic medicines | p. 1305 |
| Pregnancy and lactation risk categories for selected nonprescription medications and nutritional supplements | p. 1337 |
| Botanical medicines to avoid in pregnancy and lactation | p. 1343 |
| Index | p. 1347 |
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