Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of Abused Drugs is a concise and focused volume devoted to the metabolism and measurable effects of drugs on the
human body. Beginning with basic concepts and models designed to provide a fundamental understanding of the subject matter, the book details the specifics of absorption, distribution, and elimination pathways and rates of commonly abused drugs. It analyzes the effects of drug use on human performance including response time, memory and recall, logical and
cognitive processes, as well as
physiological changes. Packed with data and comparative studies, this handy volume considers the effects of marketed and
prescription medications as well as
illicit drugs including opioids, cannabis, cocaine, methamphetamine,
MDMA, ketamine, nicotine, and
LSD. Containing 29 figures and tables and extensive references, this is a must-have resource for the influence of drug use and abuse on
human physiology and performance.
