The Action of Medicines in the System. Or, on the mode in which therapeutic agents introduced into the stomach produce their peculiar effects on the animal economy
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- ISBN978-2-5281-1110-9
- EAN9782528111109
- Date de parution01/09/2025
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- ÉditeurScience & Technology Publishing
Résumé
The Action of Medicines in the System; Or, On the Mode in Which Therapeutic Agents Introduced into the Stomach Produce Their Peculiar Effects on the Animal Economy is a seminal medical treatise authored by Frederick William Headland in the mid-19th century. This comprehensive work delves into the fundamental principles of pharmacology, exploring how various medicinal substances, when administered orally, interact with the human body to elicit specific therapeutic effects.
Headland meticulously examines the journey of medicines from ingestion to their ultimate physiological impact, discussing the absorption, distribution, and mechanisms of action of drugs within the system. The book is structured to guide both students and practitioners of medicine through the scientific understanding of drug action, emphasizing the importance of empirical observation and experimental evidence.
Headland addresses the chemical and physical properties of medicines, their transformation within the body, and the factors influencing their efficacy and safety. He also considers the role of the nervous and circulatory systems in mediating the effects of therapeutic agents, providing detailed case studies and references to contemporary research. Rich in historical context, The Action of Medicines in the System reflects the evolving landscape of medical science during the Victorian era, bridging traditional practices with emerging scientific methodologies.
Headland's clear and methodical approach makes the book an invaluable resource for those interested in the origins of pharmacology, the development of therapeutic strategies, and the scientific reasoning behind drug therapy. This classic text remains a testament to the enduring quest to understand and harness the healing powers of medicine within the human body.
Headland meticulously examines the journey of medicines from ingestion to their ultimate physiological impact, discussing the absorption, distribution, and mechanisms of action of drugs within the system. The book is structured to guide both students and practitioners of medicine through the scientific understanding of drug action, emphasizing the importance of empirical observation and experimental evidence.
Headland addresses the chemical and physical properties of medicines, their transformation within the body, and the factors influencing their efficacy and safety. He also considers the role of the nervous and circulatory systems in mediating the effects of therapeutic agents, providing detailed case studies and references to contemporary research. Rich in historical context, The Action of Medicines in the System reflects the evolving landscape of medical science during the Victorian era, bridging traditional practices with emerging scientific methodologies.
Headland's clear and methodical approach makes the book an invaluable resource for those interested in the origins of pharmacology, the development of therapeutic strategies, and the scientific reasoning behind drug therapy. This classic text remains a testament to the enduring quest to understand and harness the healing powers of medicine within the human body.