Pharmacology in Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia

A concise yet comprehensive pharmacological resource for veterinary practitioners.

In Pharmacology in Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia, a team of distinguished veterinary practitioners delivers a singular and comprehensive text dedicated to anesthetic drug pharmacology and drug interactions related specifically to anesthetic drugs in a veterinary setting. This concise, easily navigable reference combines vital information scattered throughout academic literature, covering:

• Mechanisms of action of commonly used anesthetic drugs in various veterinary species
• Drug interactions and clinical uses of anesthetic agents
• Drug metabolism and its effects on organ systems
• Risks of adverse effects associated with anesthesia
• The impact of anesthesia on drugs and vice versa

This comprehensive volume explores critical topics such as:

• Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics: A thorough introduction tailored for veterinary anesthesia
• Veterinary Regulatory Concerns: Insight into anesthesia and analgesia regulations for food animals
• Drug Classes: In-depth discussions on alpha-2 agonists and antagonists, phenothiazines, butyrophenones, benzodiazepines, and opioid agonists and antagonists
• Local Anesthetics and NSAIDs: Fulsome treatments of local anesthetics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs…

Authors:
Turi Aarnes (Editor)
Edition:
1st
Publication Date:
April 2, 2024
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