Although new drugs have been introduced to the marketsince this book was published, it is a practical reference thatwill be useful for veterinarians in general practice as well asveterinary students, residents, and veterinarydermatologists. (Journal of the American VeterinaryMedical Association, 15 June 2014)
Books like this, which are very well produced, conciseand easy to use, are very welcome because they bring together inone place the key standardized information (no omissions) on themain drugs used in clinical dermatology, serving both the graduatestudent and experienced specialists in veterinarydermatology. (Veterinary Dermatology, 28March2013)
For the new graduate it provides a comprehensive overviewof the vast majority of conditions and treatments for the routinedermatology cases. For the busy practitioner it provides a resourcefor exploring new approaches to treating old problems. If youdon t have a decent dermatology book sitting on the shelf,this is a superb starting point. (VeterinaryRecord, 14 January 2013)
“CANINE AND FELINE DERMATOLOGY DRUG HANDBOOK by Sandra N. Koch,et.al. (9781405198967, $69.99) provides a solid vet′s referencesummarizing dermatological drugs for dogs and cats, and is a ′must′both for a practicing vet′s office and for students at the collegelevel. It provides chapters covering systemic and topicaldermatological agents, specific conditions and the latest drugsused to treat the diseases, and lists oral, injectable and topicaldrugs alphabetically for quick reference. The use of both Americanand European trade names makes this a winning choice.” (Midwest Book Reviews, 1 December 2012)
No veterinary operation should be withoutit!. (Midwest Book Review, 1 July 2012)
This is an excellent, succinct overview of pertinentinformation on medications most commonly prescribed for themanagement of skin and ear diseases. Reviewing this informationwill help veterinarians make the best possible decisions inprescribing and monitoring therapy for diseases affecting the skinand ears of dogs and cats. I highly recommend that small animalveterinarians review the information in this book prior toprescribing any medication that they do not use on a regularbasis. (Doody s, 14 September 2012)
This comprehensive handbook summarizes dermatological drugs forfeline and canine patients. It covers oral, topical and injectablemedications suitable for cats and dogs. Vital information given foreach drug includes: indications, contraindications, mechanism ofaction, dosage, formulations, side–effects, drug interactions andmonitoring. Both American and European trade names are providedalongside generic names for ease of reference.
The book is divided into 4 sections. The first covers systemicdermatological agents. The second section presents topicaldermatological agents. The third section covers allergen–specificimmunotherapy. The fourth section lists dermatological conditionsand the drugs commonly used to treat each disease, and directs thereader to the information on those drugs.
Canine and Feline Dermatology Drug Handbook is anessential reference for quick daily use in a clinical setting.Ideal for veterinarians in first opinion practice as well as thosespecializing in dermatology.
KEY FEATURES
- Lists drugs alphabetically for treatment of dermatologicaldiseases in dogs and cats
- Covers oral, topical and injectable drugs
- Includes both American and European trade names
- Written by dermatology and pharmacology specialists
- Presented in an easy–to–use reference format
About the Author
Sandra N. Koch is an Assistant Clinical Professor inDermatology at the University of Minnesota, College of VeterinaryMedicine. She is a Diplomate of the American College of VeterinaryDermatology
Sheila M. F. Torres is an Associate Professor inDermatology at the University of Minnesota, College of VeterinaryMedicine. She is a Diplomate of the American College of VeterinaryDermatology.
Donald C. Plumb was formerly Director of PharmacyServices and Hospital Director at the University of Minnesota′sVeterinary Medical Center. He is the author of Plumb′sVeterinary Drug Handbook, now in its seventh edition.
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