Dietary Supplements - Toxicology and Clinical Pharmacology

A treasure trove of uncommon and reliable scientific and clinical information for the toxicity and usefulness of today's leading nonherbal dietary supplements. The supplements detailed were chosen for their popularity, toxicity, and the quantity and quality of information available. Each monograph discusses the history of the compound; its chemical structure; its current and promoted uses, sources, and chemical composition; and its toxicity, pharmacokinetics, and physiological role. Also presented are case reports of adverse effects and interactions, as well as information on reproductive effects, chemical and biofluid analysis, and regulatory status. Each chapter is based on original studies published in reputable peer-reviewed journals, as well as on meta-analyses, systematic reviews, or other high-quality assessments by recognized experts.

Sommario

I Legal/Regulatory Aspects of Dietary Supplements.- 1: Legal/Regulatory Aspects of Dietary Supplements.- II Monographs.- 1: Androstenedione and Other Over-the-Counter Steroids.- 2: Chitosan.- 3: Chromium Picolinate.- 4: Coenzyme Q10 (Ubiquinone, Ubidecarenone).- 5: Colloidal Silver.- 6: Creatine Monohydrate.- 7: Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) (Prasterone).- 8: Dimethylglycine (N,N-Dimethylglycine).- 9: Fish Oil.- 10: ?-Hydroxybutyric Acid (GHB), ?-Butyrolactone (GBL), and 1,4-Butanediol (BD).- 11: Germanium.- 12: Glucosamine and Chondroitin.- 13: Huperzine.- 14: Hydrazine Sulfate.- 15: 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-Hydroxy-l-Tryptophan, l-5-Hydroxytryptophan, Oxitriptan).- 16: Melatonin (N-acetyl-5-Methoxytryptamine).- 17: Methylsulfonylmethane (Dimethylsulfone).- 18: Pyruvate.- 19: Red Yeast Rice Extract.- 20: SAMe (S-adenosyl-l-methionine).- 21: Shark Cartilage.- 22: l-Tryptophan.- 23: Vanadyl Sulfate.- Appendix: Summary Table on Dietary Supplements.

Riassunto

A treasure trove of uncommon and reliable scientific and clinical information for the toxicity and usefulness of today's leading nonherbal dietary supplements. The supplements detailed were chosen for their popularity, toxicity, and the quantity and quality of information available. Each monograph discusses the history of the compound; its chemical structure; its current and promoted uses, sources, and chemical composition; and its toxicity, pharmacokinetics, and physiological role. Also presented are case reports of adverse effects and interactions, as well as information on reproductive effects, chemical and biofluid analysis, and regulatory status. Each chapter is based on original studies published in reputable peer-reviewed journals, as well as on meta-analyses, systematic reviews, or other high-quality assessments by recognized experts.

Testo aggiuntivo

"The book is nonjudgmental and backs up its assertions with pertinent references and provides data on both positive and negative aspects of each supplement. The summary chart at the end of the book provides a quick reference for the reader.This is a useful and enlightening book. It is a nice alternative to the multiple other options on supplements as it uses reliable sources and is scientifically based. Some of the data, such as interactions and pharmacokinetics, is difficult to find without substantial research. It has been nicely collected in this one book.This book is intended for practicing healthcare clinicians who have patients using these supplements, particularly internists, family practitioners, and emergency physicians. It also has utility for exercise physiologists and other specialists whose patients may be using these supplements for particular ailments or aims. Forensic physicians and researchers will find the information on pharmacokinetics, biofluid analysis and interactions quite useful.

"-Doody's Health Sciences Book Review Journal

"...fills a niche that needed filling and offers a large amount of valuable material that is sure to become increasingly important to the practice of forensic science in the not too distant future." - Canadian Society of Forensic Science Journal

Relazione

"The book is nonjudgmental and backs up its assertions with pertinent references and provides data on both positive and negative aspects of each supplement. The summary chart at the end of the book provides a quick reference for the reader.This is a useful and enlightening book. It is a nice alternative to the multiple other options on supplements as it uses reliable sources and is scientifically based. Some of the data, such as interactions and pharmacokinetics, is difficult to find without substantial research. It has been nicely collected in this one book.This book is intended for practicing healthcare clinicians who have patients using these supplements, particularly internists, family practitioners, and emergency physicians. It also has utility for exercise physiologists and other specialists whose patients may be using these supplements for particular ailments or aims. Forensic physicians and researchers will find the information on pharmacokinetics, biofluid analysis and interactions quite useful.
"-Doody's Health Sciences Book Review Journal

"...fills a niche that needed filling and offers a large amount of valuable material that is sure to become increasingly important to the practice of forensic science in the not too distant future." - Canadian Society of Forensic Science Journal

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Con la collaborazione di: Melanie Johns Cupp (Editore), Melani Johns Cupp (Editore), Melanie Johns Cupp (Editore), S Tracy (Editore), S Tracy (Editore), Timothy S. Tracy (Editore)
• Editore: Springer, Berlin
• Lingue: Inglese
• Formato: Tascabile
• Pubblicazione: 22.04.2014
• EAN: 9781468497267
• ISBN: 978-1-4684-9726-7
• Pagine: 410
• Dimensioni: 163 mm x 255 mm x 25 mm
• Peso: 824 g
• Illustrazioni: XXIII, 410 p. 5 illus.
• Serie: Humana Press; Forensic Science and Medicine; Forensic Science and Medicine
• Categoria: Scienze naturali, medicina, informatica, tecnica > Medicina > Farmacia