nonprescription drugs

Investigates the many problems that can arise from the abuse of legal substances including cough syrup, energy drinks, and diet pills.

Profiles thousands of prescription and nonprescription drugs, alphabetized by generic name or drug class name, providing information on uses, dosages, overdose symptoms, side effects, precautions, and interactions with other drugs and substances.

Presents profiles of hundreds of prescription and nonprescription drugs, alphabetized by generic name or drug class name, providing information on uses, dosages, overdose symptoms, side effects, precautions, and interactions with other drugs and substances.

Examines prescription drugs and over-the-counter remedies available for appetite control.

Lydia, an Irish American shopgirl marries Henry Wickett, a shy medical student; however, soon after their wedding, Henry quits school to create a mail-order patent medicine and Lydia finds herself working in an experimental ward during the influenza epidemic.

Soon after Victorian messenger Barnaby Grimes is attacked by a huge beast while crossing London's rooftops, he becomes entangled in a mystery involving patent medicine, impoverished patients, and very expensive furs.

Discusses how to tell nurses and doctors about your illness and why it is necessary to follow the directions on prescription and nonprescription drugs.

Examines psychoactive drugs which are available without a doctor's prescription, discussing which are effective and which are harmful.

Describes pain relievers, diet pills, and other over-the-counter drugs, and discusses their use in treating various health problems, their side effects, and the dangers of misuse.

Explores the everyday drugs from caffeine to natural drugs and what is wrong with them.