The Essential Guide To Prescription Drugs 1990 James W Long Paperback 0060963948.

From the cover:

Everything you need to know for safe drug use.

Benefits versus risks highlighted for each drug. Complete lists of brand names of drugs and other ingredients found in combination drug products. Information on the latest AIDS drugs.

Possible effects of each drug on sexual function. How drugs are used to treat 25 chronic disorders, with addresses of national organizations concerned with these conditions.

“Excellent…the book is proof that sophisticated and comprehensive drug information can be presented to the consumer in readily understandable language…a PDR for patients”

—Journal of the American Pharmaceutical Association.

From the back cover:

This book provides more detailed and comprehensive information on the most prescribed drugs and most used non-prescription drugs than any other drug book available. You will find the answers to all your questions about the drugs you take:

How do I identify this drug?

Why should I take it?

How much should I take of it at a time?

How long should I take it?

How does the drug work?

How safe is it to take? What are the risks?

Do the benefits outweigh the risks?

Do I need to take any special precautions?

Should I take it while pregnant or breast-feeding?

If I’m over 60, what precautions do I take?

Are there any usual side-effects I should expect?

What serious side effects could occur?

Are there any effects I should report to my doctor? Should I have any special tests while taking it?

Do I need to restrict certain foods or other drugs, while taking the drug?

Can I buy a generic form of this drug?

Should I drive while taking this drug?

….and more