Description
Katzung’s Basic and Clinical Pharmacology, Sixteenth Edition remains one of the most trusted and widely used resources for mastering the fundamentals and clinical applications of pharmacology. Presented in full color and enriched with hundreds of detailed illustrations, this edition delivers clear, authoritative explanations of drug mechanisms, therapeutic uses, and safety considerations.
Each chapter begins with a case study, helping students link pharmacologic principles to real clinical scenarios. The text emphasizes drug groups and prototype agents, making complex concepts easier to understand and remember. At the end of every chapter, summary tables and diagrams consolidate key information for efficient review.
Thoroughly updated to reflect the latest scientific advancements, this edition includes a new chapter on cannabinoids, expanded drug tables, and USMLE-style review questions to support exam preparation. With content organized to match standard pharmacology course syllabi, the book serves as an essential learning tool for medical, pharmacy, and health sciences students.
Featuring:
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330 full-color illustrations
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100 comprehensive drug tables
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50 USMLE-style practice questions
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A dedicated chapter on cannabinoids
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Case studies and summary tables for deeper understanding
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Coverage of important new drugs and recent developments
Whether preparing for coursework, board exams, or clinical decision-making, Katzung’s Basic and Clinical Pharmacology provides the clarity, structure, and clinical relevance students rely on.
