Description

Diabetes and Drug Therapy: A Comprehensive Pharmacological Guide

Description:
Diabetes and Drug Therapy: A Comprehensive Pharmacological Guide is an in-depth and practical resource that explores the full spectrum of pharmacological approaches to managing diabetes mellitus. Designed for medical, pharmacy, nursing, and allied health students, as well as practicing clinicians, this book combines foundational pharmacology with clinical applications to improve understanding and therapeutic decision-making.

Key Features:

Complete Drug Classification: Covers all classes of antidiabetic drugs—insulins, oral hypoglycemics, GLP-1 agonists, SGLT2 inhibitors, DPP-4 inhibitors, and emerging agents. Mechanisms of Action: Clearly explains how each drug works at the cellular and molecular level. Clinical Application: Discusses indications, contraindications, dosage regimens, and therapeutic outcomes in both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Combination Therapy & Guidelines: Reviews modern treatment protocols, combination strategies, and guideline-based pharmacotherapy. Adverse Effects & Interactions: Highlights common side effects, safety considerations, and important drug interactions. Special Populations: Includes considerations for elderly patients, pregnancy, renal impairment, and comorbid conditions. Illustrations & Charts: Features drug tables, mechanism flowcharts, and treatment algorithms for easier retention and quick revision.