The Avery Complete Guide to Medicines Author:Ian Morton, Judith Hall More and more people are taking charge of their own health, and they want to make informed decisions. But with the vast array of choices, both traditional and complementary, people also need to know more about what they are taking-and why-before doing so. Here, for the first time, is a single volume that provides consumers with all the necessary... more » information concerning prescription, over-the-counter, herbal, vitamin, mineral, and other synthetic or natural remedies.
With more than 10,000 entries, The Avery Complete Guide to Medicines is equally helpful in the drugstore and in the health store. It offers complete information about what medicines are, what they are used for, how much to take, possible side effects, contraindications, and drug and food interactions for both generic and brand-name items.
Part One presents a comprehensive A-to-Z encyclopedia of the disorders, from minor discomforts to more serious concerns. Parts Two through Four provide alphabetical listings of pharmaceuticals, herbs, and vitamins and minerals. Each section is thoroughly cross-referenced and includes detailed notes on how the medicines work within the body, as well as precautions, absorption, and efficacy.
Almost everyone at some point must use medications, and many people today take daily supplements as a means of preventative care. This invaluable reference helps consumers and physicians ensure that medications and supplements do not combine with negative reactions and explains precisely how to use them most efficiently. The definitive resource that will make all other pill books obsolete, The Avery Complete Guide to Medicines is a necessity for every health-conscious consumer.« less