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Essential Neuropharmacology
The Prescriber's Guide

Authors:
Stephen D. Silberstein, Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia
Michael J. Marmura, Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia

Date Published: January 2013
availability: This ISBN is for an eBook version which is distributed on our behalf by a third party.
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isbn: 9781139832496

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Essential Neuropharmacology: The Prescriber's Guide expertly reviews the most important medications used by neurologists in their practice. Experienced clinicians share their expert knowledge about the best use of medications in patient care. Each drug listing contains the range of indications, their advantages and disadvantages, and tips for dosing and avoiding adverse effects. Experts in fields such as multiple sclerosis, movement disorders, neuromuscular disorders, epilepsy, stroke, pain and headache summarize how neurologists use these medications to their best effect, and discuss off-label uses in neurology. Evidence is taken from recent clinical trials, which helps the reader relate the content to everyday clinical practice. The detailed descriptions of each medication enable the user to make quick and informed decisions with the confidence they need to best serve the clinical needs of their patients. This book is an essential, user-friendly reference suitable for all neurologists at all stages of their careers.
- Includes on- and off-label uses which give the reader a full account of each drug's potential
- Adverse effects are listed in detail with important tips on their management
- Details recent clinical trials and expert opinion - saves time in reviewing recent clinical information and translating it into practical use
- Compares the use of each drug to others, highlighting their advantages and disadvantages
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'… the book is ideal for use in the clinical environment and the authors have released an 'App' to facilitate this use - a well-judged addition … The interface is intuitive, even for the 'smartphone' novice.' Advances in Clinical Neuroscience and Rehabilitation

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- Date Published: January 2013
- format: Adobe eBook Reader
- isbn: 9781139832496
- availability: This ISBN is for an eBook version which is distributed on our behalf by a third party.
Table of Contents
Introduction
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Acetozolamide
Almotriptan
Amantadine
Apomorphine
Armodafinil
Azathioprine
Baclofen
Benztropine
Botulinum Toxin A
Botulinum Toxin B
Bromocriptine
Carbamezapine
Carbidopa/Levidopa
Carisoprodol
Chlorpromazine
Clonazepam
Clonidine
Clozapine
Crypohepatidine
Cyclobenzaprine
Cyclophosphamide
Cyclosporine
Dantrolene
Diazepam
3-4 Diaminopyrimidine
Dihydroergotamine
Donepezil
Droperidol
Edrophonium
Eletriptan
Entacapone
Ethosuximide
Felbamate
Flunarazine
Frovatriptan
Gabapentin
Galantamine
Glatiramer
Guanfacine
Guanidine Hydrochloride
Haloperidol
Indomethacin
Interferon B
IVIG
Lacosemide
Lamotrigine
Levitiracetam
Lithium
Memantine
Metaclopramide
Metaxalone
Methocarbamol
Methotrexate
Methylergovonine
Methysergide
Mexiletine
Mitoxantrone
Modafinil
Mycophenolate
Naratriptan
Natalizumab
Oxcarbazepine
Parmipexole
Penicillamine
Phenobarbital
Phenytoin
Pizotofen
Prednisone
Pregabalin
Primidone
Prochlorperazine
Propranolol
Pyridostigmine
Quetiapine
Quinine
Rasagiline
Reserpine
Riluzole
Rituximab
Rivastigmine
Rizatriptan
Ropinirole
Rufinamide
Selegiline
Sumatriptan
Tetrabenazine
Tiagabine
Timolol
Tizanadine
Topirimate
Trientine
Trihexyphenidil
Valproic Acid
Verapamil
Vigabatrin
Zolmotriptan
Zonisamide
Index by drug name
Index by use
Index by class
Abbreviations.
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Authors
Stephen D. Silberstein, Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia
Stephen D. Silberstein is Professor, Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University and Director, Jefferson Headache Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, USA.
Michael J. Marmura, Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia
Michael J. Marmura is Assistant Professor, Department of Neurology, Jefferson Headache Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, USA.
Consultant Editor
Stephen M. Stahl
Illustrated by
Nancy Muntner, Neuroscience Education Institute