Pharmaceutical Calculations: A Conceptual Approach – PDF

Savva’s Pharmaceutical Calculations: A Conceptual Approach (PDF), is an ebook that aims to help students develop a solid understanding of pharmaceutical calculations. By mastering the necessary skills for accurate compounding and dosage regimen calculations, readers will be well-prepared for their studies and future careers in pharmacy. This textbook serves as a bridge between basic sciences and pharmacy, providing a comprehensive and consistent exploration of the key concepts in pharmaceutical sciences.

One important concept discussed in the book is the distinction between accuracy and precision in dose measurement. Understanding this distinction is crucial for calculating the associated error in dose measurement. Additionally, a deep comprehension of drug absorption and distribution to tissues can only be achieved by grasping the process of transmembrane passive diffusion. By laying a strong foundation in these concepts, students are better equipped to understand and master the related topics covered in other courses.

The book places particular emphasis on qualitative understanding of fundamental concepts before delving into quantitative problems. Topics such as tonicity versus osmotic pressure, diffusion versus osmosis, crystalloids versus colloids, and osmotic diuretics versus plasma expanders are thoroughly explored. Other concepts, including rate of change versus rate constants, drug accumulation versus drug fluctuation, and loading dose versus maintenance dose, are also covered in detail. The use of body surface area (BSA) versus body weight (BW) as methods for adjusting dosages is discussed as well.

Notably, the book explains the origin and physical significance of critical equations in a clear and detailed manner. This enables readers to understand the actual application and limitations of each equation. The book also provides step-by-step explanations and over 100 practice examples taken from various areas, including compounding pharmacy, pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, pharmacology, and medicine.

ISBN: 978-3030203344, 978-3030203351

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