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A Social History of Medicines in the Twentieth Century - To Be Taken Three Times a Day (Paperback, New)
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A Social History of Medicines in the Twentieth Century - To Be Taken Three Times a Day (Paperback, New)
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Get a fresh perspective on the day-to-day use of medicine! A Social
History of Medicines in the Twentieth Century explores the most
perplexing issues concerning the uses of prescriptions and other
medicines on both sides of the Atlantic. The book equips you with a
thorough understanding of the everyday use of medicine in the
United States, Canada, and Britain, concentrating on its recent
past. Dr. John K. Crellin, author of several influential books on
the history of medicine and pharmacy, addresses vital topics such
as: the emergence of prescription-only medicines; gate-keeping
roles for pharmacists; the role of the drugstore; and the rise of
alternative medicines. A Social History of Medicines in the
Twentieth Century adds the historical perspective missing from most
medical and pharmaceutical literature about trends in the
day-to-day use of medicines in society. The book is essential
reading for anyone taking regular medication, either as self-care
or by a physician's prescription. Topics discussed include the
non-scientific factors that validate medicines, the relevance of
the control of narcotics, marketing strategies used by the
pharmaceutical industry, the changing authority of physicians and
pharmacists, over-the-counter medicines, tonics and sedatives, and
patient complianceand non-compliance. A Social History of Medicines
in the Twentieth Century also addresses: medicines for weakness
(health foods, fortifiers, digestives/laxatives) poison and
pharmacy legislation placebos tranquilizers and antidepressants
hormones side-effects psychoactive medications herbal medicines a
brief history of the use of medicines from the 17th to 19th
centuries suggestions for future policies and much more! A Social
History of Medicines in the Twentieth Century is equally vital as a
professional resource for physicians, pharmacists, and health care
administrators, as a classroom guide for academics working in the
medical and pharmaceutical fields, and as a resource for patients.
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