Essential Neuropharmacology

Essential Neuropharmacology: The Prescriber's Guide reviews the full range of medications used by neurologists in clinical practice. Expert knowledge is given about the best use of medications in patient care. Each drug listing contains the full range of indications, their advantages and disadvantages, and tips for dosing and avoiding adverse effects. Evidence is taken from recent clinical trials, which helps the reader relate the drug descriptions to everyday clinical practice. Where appropriate, off-label uses are also described. The detailed descriptions of each medication enable the user to make quick and informed decisions with the confidence they need to serve the clinical needs of their patients effectively. The new edition is fully updated throughout. Major new additions include neuro-oncology drugs, new multiple sclerosis agents, sleep medications and new formulations. This book is an essential, user-friendly reference suitable for neurologists at all stages of their careers.

Stephen D. Silberstein is a Professor at Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University, and Director, Jefferson Headache Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, USA. Michael J. Marmura is Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurology, Jefferson Headache Center, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, USA. Hsiangkuo Yuan is a visiting scholar in the Department of Neurology, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, USA. Stephen M. Stahl is Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry at the University of California, San Diego, CA, USA, and Honorary Visiting Senior Fellow at the University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK.

Review of previous edition: '... [this] book is ideal for use in the clinical environment and the authors have released an 'App' to facilitate this use - a well-judged addition ... The interface is intuitive, even for the 'smartphone' novice.' Advances in Clinical Neuroscience and Rehabilitation