Antimicrobial Chemotherapy
by Peter Davey, Mark H. Wilcox, Will Irving
7th Edition
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9780191004001 |
| eText ISBN | 9780191004018 |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Publishing Year | 2015 |
| Edition | 7th Edition |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 430 |
Antimicrobial Chemotherapy, 7th Edition, is a textbook that introduces the core principles of antimicrobial chemotherapy, mechanisms of drug resistance, and rational prescribing practices. It provides structured guidance on treating common bacterial, fungal, parasitic, and viral infections.
The volume covers the biology and genetics of resistance alongside clinical management strategies applicable to both developed and developing countries. Readers explore antimicrobial stewardship policies, surveillance of drug consumption, and dosing adjustments across special patient groups.
Designed for undergraduate and graduate students, this work supports study in the scientific basis and therapeutic application of antimicrobial medicines.
Table of Contents
Part 1: General properties of antimicrobial agents
Chapter 1: Mechanisms of action and resistance to modern antibacterial with a history of their development
Chapter 2: Inhibitors of bacterial cell wall synthesis
Chapter 3: Inhibitors of bacterial protein synthesis
Chapter 4: Synthetic antibacterial agents and miscellaneous antibiotics
Chapter 5: Antiviral agents
Chapter 6: Antiretroviral agents
Chapter 7: Drugs used in the treatment of viral hepatitis
Chapter 8: Antifungal agents
Chapter 9: Antiprotozoal and anthelminthic agents
Part 2: Resistance to antimicrobial agents
Chapter 10: The problem of resistance
Chapter 11: The genetics and mechanisms of acquired resistance
Part 3: General principles of usage of antimicrobial agents
Chapter 12: Laboratory investigations and the treatment of infection
Chapter 13: General principles of the treatment of infection
Chapter 14: Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamics principles
Chapter 15: Prescribing in special groups: effects of age, pregnancy, body weight, hepatic and renal impairment
Chapter 16: Outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy
Chapter 17: Adverse drug reactions and patient safety
Chapter 18: Chemoprophylaxis and immunisation
Chapter 19: Guidelines, formularies, and antimicrobial policies
Chapter 20: Antimicrobial stewardship, surveillance of antimicrobial consumption and its consequences
Part 4: Therapeutic use of antimicrobial agents
Chapter 21: Respiratory tract infections
Chapter 22: Topical use of antimicrobial agents
Chapter 23: Urinary tract infections
Chapter 24: Sexually transmitted infections
Chapter 25: Gastrointestinal infections
Chapter 26: Serious bacterial bloodstream infections
Chapter 27: Bone and joint infections
Chapter 28: Infections of the central nervous system
Chapter 29: Skin and soft tissue infections
Chapter 30: Tuberculosis and other mycobacterial diseases
Chapter 31: Infections in immunocompromised patients including HIV/AIDs
Chapter 32: Viral infections
Chapter 33: Management of HIV infection
Chapter 34: Treatment of chronic viral hepatitis
Chapter 35: Parasitic disease
Chapter 36: The development and marketing of antimicrobial drugs
Chapter Appendix 1: Further Reading
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