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The #1 Textbook in Pharmacotherapy providing optimal patient outcomes using evidence-based medication therapies―updated with the latest advances and guidelinesFor more than 30 years, DiPiros Pharmacotherapy has been the essential textbook for learning how to properly select, administer, and monitor drugs―everything needed to provide safe, effective drug therapy across all therapeutic categories. This new edition has been fully updated with the latest evidence-based information and recommendations.With content from 300 expert contributors, this valuable resource offers detailed descriptions of common and uncommon disease states, including treatment by pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic means. Each disease chapter opens with a Patient Care Process, helping readers understand the collaborative care model in which pharmacists work and communicate with other healthcare providers for effective coordinated care.Here's why DiPiro's Pharmacotherapy: A Pathophysiologic Approach is the perfect learning tool for students, pharmacists, and other healthcare providers:All chapters provide the most current, reliable, and relevant information availableKey concepts are included at the beginning of each chapterClinical Presentation boxes concisely outline disease signs and symptomsNew: Beyond the Book feature points readers to multimedia resources to deepen their understanding of the materialDiagnostic flow diagrams, treatment algorithms, dosing guideline recommendations, and monitoring approaches clearly distinguish treatment pathwaysNew: Drug monitoring tables have been addedPatient care process boxes help readers know how to communicate with other health care providersNew:  Additional FREE E-Chapters are available on AccessPharmacyNew: Over 2000 Review Questions to help prepare students!

DiPiros Pharmacotherapy: A Pathophysiologic Approach, 12th Edition

By Joseph DiPiro

DiPiros Pharmacotherapy: A Pathophysiologic Approach is a concise, yet comprehensive textbook of pharmacology that provides a solid foundation in basic and clinical pharmacotherapeutics. The book is divided into five parts, with each part covering a different aspect of pharmacology. Part I introduces the principles of pharmacology and pharmacokinetics and provides an overview of drug metabolism and excretion. Part II discusses the major classes of drugs, including antibiotics, antifungals, antivirals, and cardiovascular drugs. Part III covers the pathophysiology and management of specific diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, and hypertension. Part IV discusses special populations, such as children, pregnant women, and the elderly. Part V concludes the book with a discussion of drug interactions and toxicity.

The 12th edition of DiPiros Pharmacotherapy has been revised and updated to reflect the latest advances in pharmacology. The book now includes new chapters on pharmacogenomics, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. The book also includes a new appendix on drug interactions.

DiPiros Pharmacotherapy is an essential resource for students and practitioners of medicine, pharmacy, and other health professions. The book provides a clear and concise overview of pharmacology and therapeutics and helps readers understand the basic principles of drug action.

Key Features

• Concise, yet comprehensive coverage of basic and clinical pharmacotherapeutics
• Division into five parts, each covering a different aspect of pharmacology
• Discussion of major classes of drugs, including antibiotics, antifungals, antivirals, and cardiovascular drugs
• Coverage of the pathophysiology and management of specific diseases
• Discussion of special populations, such as children, pregnant women, and the elderly
• New chapters on pharmacogenomics, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy
• New appendix on drug interactions

Reviews

"DiPiros Pharmacotherapy is an excellent resource for students and practitioners of medicine, pharmacy, and other health professions. The book provides a clear and concise overview of pharmacology and therapeutics and helps readers understand the basic principles of drug action." - Doody's Review Service

"DiPiros Pharmacotherapy is a well-written and comprehensive textbook of pharmacology. The book is easy to read and understand, and it provides a solid foundation in basic and clinical pharmacotherapeutics." - American Journal of Pharmacy