China Over-the-Counter Drug Store. Staff Handbook (Second Edition)

Author: Wang Gongli
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Publish Date: 2008-04-02
Features: This book is a revised edition based on the 2000 version of "Chinese Over-the-Counter Drug Store Staff Handbook," serving as the second edition. It is specifically designed for pharmacy staff, focusing on learning and mastering over-the-counter (OTC) drug knowledge and drug classification management. Written by experts in the field of OTC drugs, the book is divided into four parts.
Part 1 introduces 39 common diseases that can be treated with OTC drugs. For each disease, it provides treatment recommendations based on causes and symptoms, along with detailed information on the composition, efficacy, dosage forms, and dosages of various OTC drugs.
Part 2 covers common diseases that require a doctor's diagnosis and offers corresponding medication suggestions.
Part 3 includes basic knowledge Q&A about OTC drugs.
Part 4 provides Q&A on fundamental knowledge of drug application.
This book features up-to-date medications and accurate indications for diseases. It includes OTC drugs approved in China in 2001, 2002 (the second, third, and fourth batches), and strictly adheres to the OTC indication scope. The content is rich, practical, and covers both technical aspects like disease diagnosis and drug selection, as well as policy knowledge such as drug classification management and distribution. It fully meets the practical needs of pharmacy sales staff.
The writing style is distinctive, lively, and includes special sections such as "Patient Complaints," "Staff Inquiry," "Disease Assessment," "Precautions for This Class of Drugs," and "Advice for Patients." These sections enrich the service content for staff and meet patient needs. The book is easy to understand, with a clear focus, making it an excellent guide for pharmacy staff, as well as a valuable resource for self-diagnosis and self-treatment for general readers. It is suitable for pharmacy sales staff, grassroots healthcare workers, and patients.