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Copyright | 2026
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Pharmacology for Technicians, Eighth Edition quickly develops understanding of drug classes and the mechanisms of action for many drugs, while also providing insight into prescribing for particular disease states. As a result, students learn to make informed, intelligent decisions when dispensing drugs. Written to the latest standards, this course provides a solid foundation for a swiftly changing field and the critical thinking skills necessary to flourish as a pharmacy technician.
Unit 1: Introduction to Pharmacology
Chapter 1: Introduction to Pharmacology and Medications in the Body
Chapter 2: Pharmaceutical Development
Chapter 3: Pharmacology Study for the Pharmacy Technician
Chapter 4: Prescription Orders and Medication Safety
Unit 2: Body Systems and Corresponding Drug Therapies
Chapter 5: The Integumentary System and Drug Therapy
Chapter 6: The Musculoskeletal System and Drug Therapy
Chapter 7: The Nervous System and Drug Therapy
Chapter 8: The Nervous System, Mental Health, and Drug Therapy
Chapter 9: Sensory System and Drug Therapy
Chapter 10: The Cardiovascular System and Drug Therapy
Chapter 11: The Respiratory System and Drug Therapy
Chapter 12: The Gastrointestinal System and Drug Therapy
Chapter 13: The Endocrine System and Drug Therapy
Chapter 14: The Reproductive System and Drug Therapy
Chapter 15: The Renal System and Drug Therapy
Unit 3: Pharmacology and Multisystems
Chapter 16: The Immune System, Bacterial Infections, Fungal Infections, and Drug Therapy
Chapter 17: The Immune System, Viral Infections, and Drug Therapy
Chapter 18: Pain, Anesthesia, and Drug Therapy
Chapter 19: Nutrition, Fluids, Electrolytes, and Drug Therapy
Chapter 20: Cancer and Drug Therapy
Appendices
Appendix A: Common Pharmacy Abbreviations and Acronyms
Appendix B: Common Look-Alike and Sound-Alike Medication
Key Features
- Updated to reflect the latest accreditation and certification domains and standards.
- Revised terminology uses patient-centered language to align with consensus guidelines.
- Includes newly approved and emerging medication therapies.
- Updated safety guidance and clinical accuracy throughout, including revised contraindications, drug interaction clarifications, boxed warnings, and evidence-based counseling points.
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Competency Guide
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