Painkillers - History, Science, and Issues (Hardcover)

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

General

Imprint:	Greenwood Publishing Group
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	March 2016
Authors:	Victor B. Stolberg
Dimensions:	164 x 241 x 25mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	286
ISBN-13:	978-1-4408-3531-5
Categories:	Books > Medicine > Other branches of medicine > Anaesthetics > Pain & pain management Books > Medicine > Other branches of medicine > Pharmacology > General Promotions
LSN:	1-4408-3531-4
Barcode:	9781440835315

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