Saunders Handbook of Veterinary Drugs: Small and Large Animal

This concise, easy-to-use handbook provides rapid access to specific drug facts you need to treat small and large animals. Find precautionary information -- contraindications, side effects, possible adverse reactions, and drug interactions -- highlighted in colored boxes. You won't have to sort through lengthy text to find the information and dose recommendations you need, right when you need them! A companion CD-ROM provides customizable, easy-to-understand client handout instructions and information for 125 of the most commonly prescribed medications.

• All monographs are organized alphabetically and cross-referenced by classification, trade, and generic name for quick reference.
• Each drug monograph is written in a comprehensive yet concise format for instant access to key information.
• Includes over 450 drug monographs and 21 new appendices.

• Complete coverage of 130 new drugs.
• Comprehensive drug updates that incorporate the latest indications, dosage information, instructions for use and storage, precautions, patient monitoring, available formulations, and regulatory information.
• A new user-friendly design for at-a-glance access to key information.
• All precautionary information ― contraindications, side effects, possible adverse reactions, and drug interactions ― highlighted in special colored boxes for instant recognition.
• 21 new appendices, including:
  • Drug Functional Classification Tables
  • Drug Cross-Reference Tables
  • Syringe Compatibilities Chart
  • IV Solution Compatibilities Chart
  • Dosage Calculation Instructions
  • Recommended Antibiotic Choices for Specific Organ System Infections
  • How to Report An Adverse Drug Reaction
  • Drugs Prohibited from Use in Food Animals
• A FREE companion CD-ROM that provides easy-to-understand, customizable client information handouts for 125 of the most commonly prescribed small animal drugs.