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Painkillers - History, Science, and Issues (Hardcover)
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Painkillers - History, Science, and Issues (Hardcover)
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This accessible, easy-to-read book provides readers with different
perspectives on the subject of painkillers, examining their
history, production, uses, and dangers. Many different drugs are
effectively used as painkillers-substances that greatly improve the
quality of life for those who suffer from temporary or recurring
pain. This book presents an in-depth overview of opiates, opioids,
and other painkilling substances such as non-steroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) that have been in use from ancient
times up to the contemporary era. It also addresses the risks of
painkiller use, their misuse, and potential overdose concerns. The
latest in the Story of a Drug series and written by a subject
expert who has published widely on drug use and pharmacology, this
book presents a brief review of the science of how different
painkiller drugs work before covering these substances' respective
effects and applications; the issues regarding the production,
distribution, and regulation of painkiller drugs; and research
findings on painkiller use, abuse patterns, addiction, and policy
issues. The easy-to-understand text presents scientifically
accurate information that enables readers to better understand the
key role of painkillers in our 21st-century world. Documents the
risks of painkiller use and explores the various issues centered
around the production, distribution, and regulation of painkiller
medications Examines painkillers from a variety of perspectives,
including medical, historical, economic, and social Includes
primary source documents such as guidelines, policy documents, and
study findings on the topics covered that provide readers with more
in-depth information and help students hone their critical thinking
and analytical skills Examines the social dimensions of the use and
abuse of painkiller drugs and considers the future of this
particular type of drugs
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