Space Pharmacology

“Space Pharmacology” is a review of the current knowledge regarding the use of pharmaceuticals during spaceflights. It is a comprehensive review of the literature, addressing each area of pharmacokinetics and each major physiological system in turn. Every section begins with a topic overview, and is...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Wotring, Virginia E.
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, NY Springer New York 2012, 2012
Edition:1st ed. 2012
Series:SpringerBriefs in Space Development
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Chapter 1: Introduction
  • Chapter 2: Absorption
  • Chapter 3: Distribution
  • Chapter 4: Metabolism and Excretion
  • Chapter 5: Central Nervous System
  • Chapter 6: Cardiovascular System
  • Chapter 7: Gastrointestinal System
  • Chapter 8: Musculoskeletal System
  • Chapter 9: Multiple Systems Spaceflight Effects
  • Chapter 10: Conclusions - Special Challenges of Long Duration Exploration
  • References
  • Abbreviations