"The purpose of this book is to give you information about the most widely used drugs (prescription and nonprescription). The information is derived from many authoritative sources and represents the consensus of many experts. Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy and completeness. However, because drug information is constantly changing, you should always talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns"--Page iv.

A consumer's guide offers detailed profiles of more than 1,800 of the most commonly prescribed drugs in America, including generic and brand names, usual dosages, drug and food interactions, and side effects.

"Discusses the risks and realities of teenage drug use and abuse, including alcohol, marijuana, tobacco, prescription drugs, steroids, inhalants, party drugs such as ecstasy, and more"--

Cada capítulo de este libro contiene datos sobre una droga específica. La descripción de las drogas está conectada a una novela que muestra como cada sustancia puede afectar a los personajes.

"Many have hailed the widespread use of generic drugs as one of the most important public-health developments of the twenty-first century. Today, almost 90 percent of our pharmaceutical market is comprised of generics, the majority of which are manufactured overseas. We have been reassured by our doctors, our pharmacists and our regulators that generic drugs are identical to their brand-name counterparts, just less expensive. But is this really true?...

"Based on the Physicians' Desk Reference, the most highly trusted drug information references for more than 66 years, The PDR Pocket Guide to Prescription Drugs is an A to Z listing of more than 1,000 brand-name and generic drugs, all based on FDA-approved information. The guide answers frequently asked questions such as: Why was this drug prescribed for me? What are the benefits and risks of taking this drug? Are there any side effects I should watch...