Poisoning and Toxicology Handbook, Fourth Edition

A unique reference containing detailed reviews of more than 900 drugs and poisons, the Poisoning and Toxicology Handbook provides the latest information on medicinal, biological, herbal, and non-medicinal agents, and antidotes. Increasing its depth and scope with analyses of newer drugs, chemicals, and environmental toxins, including drugs that have been recently approved by the FDA, this title is a compendium of useful resources. It provides locations and phone numbers of poison control centers throughout the country, organizations offering information on toxicology, and teratology information services. The Fourth Edition also provides diagnostic testing and analytical procedures, antidote effectiveness, and an extensive symptoms listing. The section on special topics provides detailed treatment protocols, hospital preparedness guidelines, position statements, and practice guidelines focused on the treatment of toxicities.