Updated with the latest clinical advances, Rowland and Tozer\u2019s Clinical Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics, Fifth Edition , explains the relationship between drug administration and drug response, taking a conceptual approach that emphasizes clinical application rather than science and mathematics. Bringing a real-life perspective to the topic, the book simplifies concepts and gives readers the knowledge they need to better evaluate drug applications. Key updates reflect advances in PK/PD as related to clinical decision making and drug research and development. An emphasis on the clinical relevance of drugs makes the book especially applicable to pharmacy students preparing for a career in clinical practice. Hundreds of graphs and tables provide visual representations of key pharmacokinetic / pharmacodynamic principles and effects. More than 200 carefully written study questions , with answers and in-depth explanations, help readers enhance their conceptual understanding and learn and retain key information. New and updated examples connect chapter content to real-world settings. Interactive online simulations give students practice using different pharmacokinetic / pharmacodynamic models and parameters. Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience with Enhanced Video, Audio and Interactive Capabilities! Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphoneEasily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speechAdapt for unique reading needs, supporting learning disabilities, visual / auditory impairments, second-language or literacy challenges, and more
Biografie (Hartmut Derendorf)
Hartmut Derendorf ist Distinguished Professor und Chairman des Departments of Pharmaceutics an der University of Florida in Gainesville, wo er seit 1983 Phar makokinetik, Pharmakodynamik und Klinische Pharmakokinetik lehrt.§Er publizierte bisher über 350 wissenschaftliche Arbeiten und ist Co-Editor von vier internationalen Fachjournalen. Seine Forschungsschwerpunkte sind Pharmakokinetik und Pharmakodynamik von Corticosteroiden und Antibiotika.§Prof.Derendorf war Präsident des American College of Clinical Pharmacology und der International Society for Anti-infective Pharmacology.