The Essentials Of Materia Medica And Therapeutics

By Alfred Baring Garrod

Book Overview

The Essentials of Materia Medica and Therapeutics is a comprehensive book written by Alfred Baring Garrod. The book is an essential guide for medical students and practitioners who wish to learn about the properties, uses, and effects of medicines. The book is divided into two parts, the first part dealing with the principles of materia medica, and the second part focusing on therapeutics.The first part of the book covers the history of materia medica, the classification of medicines, and the various methods of preparing and administering them. The author also discusses the properties of medicines, including their physical and chemical properties, as well as their physiological and therapeutic effects.The second part of the book deals with therapeutics, which is the study of the treatment of disease. The author discusses the various methods of treating diseases, including the use of drugs, surgery, and other forms of therapy. The book also covers the treatment of specific diseases, including infectious diseases, diseases of the nervous system, and diseases of the respiratory system.Throughout the book, the author provides detailed information on the various medicines and treatments, including their indications, contraindications, and potential side effects. The book also includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts and principles discussed.Overall, The Essentials of Materia Medica and Therapeutics is a valuable resource for medical students and practitioners who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the properties and uses of medicines, as well as the principles of therapeutics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432688375
• ISBN13: 9781432688370
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 588 Pages
• Weight: 1.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"