Antimicrobial Chemotherapy

This comprehensive guide offers essential insights into antimicrobial drugs, covering their scientific principles, clinical applications, resistance issues, and prescribing practices, making it an invaluable resource for students and healthcare professionals.

Antimicrobial Chemotherapy serves as an essential resource for both undergraduate and graduate students, offering a comprehensive understanding of the scientific foundations and clinical applications of antimicrobial drugs. The latest edition has been significantly updated to incorporate newly licensed agents, including those for HIV treatment, along with guidance on prescribing practices and infection control measures. Antimicrobial agents are critical for treating severe infections and managing minor ones within communities. They also play a vital role in various medical procedures, such as organ transplants and cancer chemotherapy.

The book is structured into five distinct parts, addressing both global and region-specific issues. The first section explores the general properties of antimicrobial agents, detailing their mechanisms of action and the resistance they face. The second part delves into the complexities of antimicrobial resistance, offering insights into its mechanisms and genetic factors. The third section discusses essential principles for the appropriate use of these agents, including laboratory roles, safe prescribing practices, and the importance of antimicrobial stewardship.

In the fourth part, the therapeutic applications of antimicrobial agents are examined, providing treatment guidance for common infections categorized by anatomical regions, as well as specific chapters on mycobacterial diseases, viral infections, and parasitic diseases. The final section focuses on the processes involved in the development and marketing of antimicrobial drugs. Overall, the seventh edition of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy remains a crucial guide for those seeking a solid grounding in the principles of antimicrobial therapy and the ongoing challenges posed by resistance.