Biochemistry and Pharmacology of Platelets (Novartis Foundation Symposia)
Haemostasis is one of the essential survival mechanisms in all animals and, as such, has a very long and fascinating evolutionary history. In man and other mammals haemostasis depends on the clotting of the blood plasma and on the aggregation of a particular type of circulating cell, the platelet. Platelets have only two well-established physiological functions, to form haemostatic plugs in injured vessels and to provide a phospholipid material that greatly accelerates plasma coagulation.
Now in a fully updated seventh edition, Plumb’s Veterinary Drug Handbook remains the most complete source of drug information relevant for animals available. Providing referenced dosing recommendations in each monograph, this book offers doses for a wide range of species, including dogs, cats, exotic animals, and farm animals, in a single resource. The book also includes detail on key aspects for appropriate use of each drug, including pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, contraindications, adverse effects, safety during pregnancy or nursing, overdoses, drug interactions, monitoring, chemistry and stability, storage, compatibility, and available products. The seventh edition adds 22 new drug monographs, as well as updated dosages and information for existing drugs. A noteworthy feature is the Prescriber Highlights section found at the beginning of each monograph that allows readers a quick method of finding important information for that drug.
