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Books in Pharmacology

Elsevier's Pharmacology collection studies how drugs interact with biological systems to improve health and treat disease. It covers pharmacodynamics, exploring drug effects on biology, and pharmacokinetics, studying how the body affects drugs. Branches like Pharmacogenetics. Essential for pharmacologists, this collection offers invaluable insights into drug interactions, efficacy, and safety, crucial for advancing drug development and improving patient outcomes.

  • Medicines Safety and Pharmacovigilance

    Introduction, Concepts, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Rabia Hussain
    • English
    Medicines Safety and Pharmacovigilance: Introduction, Concepts, and Applications provides a comprehensive guide for pharmaceutical professionals navigating the complex landscape of medicine safety and vigilance. Designed to support strategic decision-making, this reference draws on industry expertise to uphold the highest standards of patient care. The book addresses essential regulatory requirements, reporting obligations, and ethical considerations, offering practical guidance for implementing effective pharmacovigilance systems. Covering the latest technological advancements, it ensures readers are equipped to meet the modern challenges faced by healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors in monitoring the safety and efficacy of medicines for diverse populations worldwide.Beyond the foundational concepts, the book presents detailed insights into signal detection, risk management plans, and the real-world application of pharmacovigilance through case studies from both high- and low-middle-income countries. It examines the pivotal role of pharmacists and the importance of tailored approaches for special populations, while emphasizing effective communication of medicines safety.
  • Recent Advances in Molecular Docking

    Methods, Tools, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Khalid Raza
    • English
    Recent Advances in Molecular Docking: Methods, Tools, and Applications offers an authoritative guide to modern molecular docking techniques, emphasizing the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning. The volume covers foundational principles, computational workflows, and advanced scoring functions, providing researchers and practitioners with practical tools to improve drug-target interaction predictions. It highlights applications across pharmaceuticals, including cancer, neurological disorders, and infectious diseases, which are all supported by real-world case studies. Challenges in docking accuracy, reproducibility, validation, and ethical and regulatory considerations are also covered.Authored by international experts, it bridges theoretical knowledge with practical applications, making it an essential resource for computational biologists, pharmacologists, and drug developers aiming to leverage AI-driven docking in precision medicine.
  • Integrating Artificial Intelligence with Virtual Screening

    A New Era in Drug Discovery
    • 1st Edition
    • Vivek Asati + 1 more
    • English
    Integrating Artificial Intelligence with Virtual Screening: A New Era in Drug Discovery addresses the evolving landscape of drug discovery by combining traditional virtual screening with cutting-edge artificial intelligence technologies. This volume offers an interdisciplinary guide to AI-driven ligand and structure-based screening methods, including machine learning, deep learning, and generative models, thus enabling faster and more accurate identification of drug candidates. It covers mathematical models, computational workflows, and optimization strategies such as Pareto-based and physics-based approaches.Sections also discuss challenges in navigating ultra-large chemical libraries and present practical case studies that demonstrate real-world applications. Edited by leading researchers, the book provides authoritative insights suited for graduate students, researchers, and industry professionals. Users will be empowered by the latest tools and knowledge to innovate drug discovery pipelines and support the development of precision medicines and foster advancements in pharmaceutical sciences.
  • Bio-functional Cosmetics for Health

    Exploring Nature’s Ingredients for Safety, Efficacy, and Sustainability
    • 1st Edition
    • Alexandros Tsoupras + 1 more
    • English
    Bio-functional Cosmetics for Health: Exploring Nature’s Ingredients for Safety, Efficacy, and Sustainability bridges the gap between cosmetics, nutraceuticals, and pharmaceuticals, providing the latest research for developing health-promoting cosmeceuticals and nutricosmetics from various food sources and food waste. From medicinal plants, teas, cacao, coffee, fruits, vegetables, plant oils, nuts, and cereals to marine microorganisms, fungi, insects, crustaceans, and more, this book takes a close look into the safety, efficacy and sourcing of bioactives from these food sources and how they can be sustainably used as ingredients to create bio-functional cosmetics, cosmeceuticals and nutricosmetics.Reade... will gain insight on the anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-aging, and anti-cancer properties of bioactive ingredients in cosmetics and will also be informed on the latest regulatory and safety issues and R&D trends for the application of bioactives in functional cosmetics and cosmeceutical products.
  • The Pharmacology of Obesity

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 107
    • English
    The Pharmacology of Obesity, Volume 107 in the Advances in Pharmacology series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on topics such as Obesity Therapeutic Landscape, Challenges, and Unmet Needs, Diagnosis and Evaluation of Obesity for Therapeutic Selection, When to use First-Generation Anti-Obesity Medications?, GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in our Clinics, Future Directions in Obesity Pharmacotherapy: Novel Targets and Pipeline Therapies, Destigmatizing Obesity: from language to the clinical environment, and much more.Additional chapters cover Role of Nutrition and physical Activity in the Therapy of Obesity, Behavioral and Lifestyle Strategies in Obesity Management and Post-Bariatric Follow-Up, The interpretation of Body-composition Metrics in Obesity, Digital Health, Technology, Artificial Intelligence, and Wearables in Obesity Care, Metabolic Aging and Obesity: how Physiology Changes with Age, Endoscopic Bariatric and Metabolic Therapies, and What Patients Could Benefit from Bariatric Surgery?
  • A Comprehensive Guide for Novice Researcher in Clinical Trials

    • 1st Edition
    • Miltiadis Lytras + 2 more
    • English
    A Comprehensive Guide for Novice Researcher in Clinical Trials is a must-have resource for individuals embarking on the journey of clinical research. This book is tailored for beginners, offering a clear and structured introduction to the vital principles, methodologies, and skills required to design and conduct robust clinical trials. Spanning 13 chapters, it meticulously covers the entire clinical trial process, emphasizing Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards. From foundational research concepts to advanced trial strategies, the guide empowers readers to confidently navigate the complexities of clinical trials and contribute meaningfully to the field of healthcare.In addition to its foundational content, the book addresses a variety of important topics, such as ethical considerations, regulatory compliance, and the development of trial protocols. It explores different trial designs, types of bias, and the historical evolution of clinical research. Practical sections on data management, monitoring, statistical analysis, and project management offer readers hands-on guidance for real-world application. Notably, the book includes a dedicated focus on regulatory affairs in Saudi Arabia, making it particularly valuable for health professionals in that region.
  • Pharmacology of T-Cell Therapies

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 106
    • English
    Pharmacology of T-Cell Therapies, Volume 106 in the Advances in Pharmacology series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors. Topics in this new release include Enhancing persistence of therapeutic T cells, T cell manufacturing impacts on in vivo function, Transient T cell therapies, In vivo T cell therapies, T cell subsets for therapy, Engineering T cell metabolism to enhance therapeutic efficacy, and Tracking Therapeutic T cells In Vivo contacts.
  • Capsaicin, the Pungent Principle in Hot Pepper

    From Basic Pharmacology to Therapeutic Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Arpad Szallasi
    • English
    Capsaicin, the Pungent Principle in Hot Pepper: From Basic Pharmacology to Therapeutic Applications explores capsaicin's biological and pharmacological characteristics, from its discovery and isolation to its receptor identification and antagonists. The book's structure is divided into three sections, starting with the historical development of research on capsaicin. This foundational section provides a thorough understanding of the compound's journey from a simple pungent ingredient to a significant element in pharmacological studies. The second part of the book delves into capsaicin’s biological effects and pharmacology, covering areas such as nociception, pain, salivary secretion, body temperature regulation, and blood pressure regulation.Finally, the book examines the clinical applications of capsaicin, discussing potential future developments in desensitization, pain relief, injections, effects on the tumor microenvironment, appetite control, and longevity. This book is invaluable for pharmacology researchers and clinicians in pain management and cancer, offering insights into the unique characteristics and therapeutic potential of capsaicin.
  • The Science of Pharmacology

    • 1st Edition
    • Jahangir Moini + 3 more
    • English
    The Science of Pharmacology offers a detailed and contemporary exploration of medications, delving into the scientific principles behind drug actions and their therapeutic applications. It is an essential resource for students in pharmacology and pharmaceutical sciences, providing foundational knowledge on a wide range of topics. The book addresses the effects of drugs on various bodily systems, such as the nervous, respiratory, and cardiovascular systems, and also covers their impact on mental health and behavior. Beyond the core topics, the book also discusses special subjects like herbal medications and drug interactions.It includes valuable teaching materials, including test banks and quizzes, and offers comprehensive insights into toxicological treatments, making it an invaluable tool for both learning and teaching in the field.
  • Fundamentals of Biologicals Regulation

    Vaccines and Biotechnology Medicines
    • 2nd Edition
    • Rebecca Sheets + 6 more
    • English
    Fundamentals of Biologicals Regulation: Vaccines and Biotechnology Medicines, Second Edition serves as an introduction to the international regulatory arena in which biologicals are developed, offering an overview of processes and insights into the scientific concepts underpinning global regulations. This edition provides in-depth coverage of Quality by Design, Combination Products, Risk Management Plans, REMS, and switching from reliance on in vivo to in vitro analytical methods. It reflects new developments and processes accelerated by the COVID-19 vaccine experience, including emergency use authorizations and conditional marking authorizations. New pedagogic elements and case studies have been added to improve learning outcomes.This book provides multiple levels of readership, with guidance on basic concepts, a detailed look at regulatory challenges, and practical insights into how regulators consider regulatory science and regulatory process issues across various regions, with an emphasis on the European Medicines Agency and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.