Product Description DRUGS FOR PAIN is a new textbook designed to give readers an in-depth, comprehensive look at the pharmacologic armamentarium to treat pain. Its many experts/educators have deliberately presented material in a user-friendly style to appeal to a wide audience. The text covers traditional analgesics as well as state-of-the-art and future considerations. Additionally, the rationales for using different agents and how they each work are expounded on. Book Info Albany Medical College, NY. Reference on the analgesics available for treating patients complaining of pain. For students, residents, and practitioners. Arranged in a bench-to-bedside format, allowing readers to gain basic science background for the clinical topics presented. Softcover.