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Biological Therapeutics

Biological Therapeutics

Edited by Daniel A. Brook and Ben Greenstein

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Introduction to the treatment of disease using biological medicines derived from living plant and animal tissues.

ISBN9780853698432
Published1st Jan, 2011
TypePaperback
Dimensions234x156mm
Page count160

Description

An introduction to what is arguably the most exciting and fastest-growing branch of pharmaceutical science at the present time: the treatment of disease using biological medicines derived from living plant and animal tissues.  All categories of biological therapeutics are covered in this comprehensive overview.

Chapter features include:

  • historical introductions
  • an overview of the drugs and their mechanisms of action and uses
  • examples of adverse reactions
  • case studies

This book is essential reading for medical and pharmacy students, as well as practitioners and prescribers aiming to keep up to date with the latest developments in biological medicines.

 

Introduction to Genetic Manipulation

Vaccines

Hormone-related Drugs

The Nature of Inflammation and Mediators of Inflammation

Autoimmunity and Autoimmune Diseases

Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis and Other Inflammatory disorders with Biological Drugs

Development of Biological Antineoplastic Drugs

Stem Cell Therapy

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