TEXT BOOK OF PHARMACOLOGY-III  (English, Paperback, Dr. Nikhlesh Birla)

"Textbook of Pharmacology-III" is a comprehensive guide tailored for students and professionals in the medical and pharmaceutical fields. This meticulously structured book delves into the pharmacological aspects of various drug groups, with a special emphasis on their application and mechanism of action. The book begins with an in-depth exploration of drugs acting on the respiratory system, covering anti-asthmatic drugs, COPD management, expectorants, antitussives, nasal decongestants, and respiratory stimulants. It then transitions to the realm of gastroenterology, discussing antiulcer agents, treatments for constipation and diarrhea, appetite modifiers, digestants, and carminatives. A significant portion of the text is dedicated to the field of chemotherapy, offering insights into general principles, and detailing various classes of antibiotics like penicillins, cephalosporins, and macrolides. It also covers antitubercular, antifungal, and antiviral agents, providing a holistic view of infectious disease treatment. The book ventures into the specific areas of antimalarial, antiamoebic agents, and the chemotherapy of urinary tract infections and sexually transmitted diseases. Malignancy chemotherapy and the evolving field of immunopharmacology, including immunostimulants and immunosuppressants, are elaborated upon. The book concludes with a unique section on chronopharmacology, shedding light on the significance of biological rhythms in therapeutic interventions.