PhysiciansÂ’ Cancer Chemotherapy Drug Manual 2005 Author(s): Edward Chu, MD, Yale Cancer Center & Vincent T. DeVita, Jr., MD, Yale University School of Medicine Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers Completely revised and updated for 2005, this practical handbook is an up-to-date guide to all aspects of cancer chemotherapy. The book provides a comprehensive, easy to use catalog of over 100 drugs — both on- and off-label — commonly used in cancer treatment.

All entries have been updated meticulously as necessary, and this new edition includes new agents (recently or about to be FDA approved). A section on “Common Chemotherapy Regimens” provides a quick reference to management of specific cancers, arranged alphabetically. An introductory chapter on the “Principles of Chemotherapy” offers a concise update and overview of the field. Key Features: Special information profiling anti-emetic drugs Complete discussion of clinical pharmacology, indications, and dosages Coverage of toxicity and interactions Section on chemotherapy regimens for specific cancers Overview of basic principals of cancer drug therapy