Additional books that enhance knowledge but are not mandatory, including specialized topics, research insights, and professional development materials
Pharmacology Made Incredibly Easy
Simplifies pharmacology with visuals, mnemonics, and humor. Covers drug classes, mechanisms, and nursing implications. Ideal for visual learners or those new to the field, emphasizing retention for exams or clinical practice.
Pharmacotherapy Preparatory Review Course
This guide prepares pharmacists for board certification (e.g., BCPS) and recertification exams. It reviews disease state management, evidence-based therapies, and clinical guidelines. Structured by therapeutic areas, it includes case studies, self-assessment questions, and key points. Ideal for practitioners seeking to refresh clinical knowledge or validate expertise through standardized exams.
NAPLEX Calculation Review
Targets the math-heavy section of the NAPLEX exam. Covers dosage calculations, compounding, pharmacokinetics, and conversions. Features practice problems, step-by-step solutions, and test-taking strategies. Essential for pharmacy graduates needing to master calculations for licensure
Essential Psychopharmacology Prescriber’s Guide (6th Ed)
A practical reference for mental health prescribers. Details antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, and anxiolytics, including dosing, side effects, and drug interactions. Aligns with DSM-5 criteria and emphasizes evidence-based approaches. Updated with newer agents (e.g., esketamine) and clinical pearls.
Elsevier Integrated Review Pharmacology (2nd Ed)
Combines pharmacology with physiology and pathophysiology for a holistic understanding. Uses case studies, illustrations, and Q&A to reinforce concepts.
Targets medical/nursing students and integrates clinical correlations for board exam prep.
The Pharmacist Guide to Implementing Pharmaceutical Care
Focuses on transitioning from product-centered to patient-centered care. Outlines steps for medication therapy management (MTM), identifying drug-related problems, and documenting outcomes. Includes workflows and case examples to enhance clinical practice.
Comprehensive Pharmacy Review: Exams, Cases
A NAPLEX/Licensure prep staple. Summarizes pharmaceutics, pharmacology, and therapeutics, with 1,000+ practice questions. Newer editions include case-based scenarios mirroring real exams. Suitable for final-year students and re-testers.
Symptoms in the Pharmacy: Common Illness Management
Addresses OTC conditions (e.g., allergies, GI issues). Guides pharmacists in differentiating minor ailments from serious ones, recommending treatments, and advising on referrals. Updated with COVID-19 considerations and self-care trends.
Comprehensive list of pharmaceutical guidelines booklet
covering essential topics like Self-Inspection & Batch Review, Risk Management, Deviation Handling, and Process Validation.