Handbook of Nonprescription Drugs

An Interactive Approach to Self-Care, 18th Edition

Section I: The Practitioner's Role in Self-Care
Editors: Daniel L. Krinsky (1, 2), Anne L. Hume (3), and Stefanie P. Ferreri (4)
Chapter 1.
Self-Care and Nonprescription Pharmacotherapy
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Chapter 2.
Patient Assessment and Consultation
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Chapter 3.
Multicultural Aspects of Self-Care
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Chapter 4.
Legal and Regulatory Issues in Self-Care Pharmacy Practice
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Section II: Pain and Fever Disorders
Editor: Karen J. Tietze
Chapter 5.
Headache
Update: FDA Strengthens Warning for Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke with Use of Ibuprofen
and Naproxen
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Chapter 6.
Fever
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Chapter 7.
Musculoskeletal Injuries and Disorders
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Section III: Reproductive and Genital Disorders
Editor: Anne L. Hume
Chapter 8.
Vaginal and Vulvovaginal Disorders
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Chapter 9.

Disorders Related to Menstruation

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Chapter 10.
Prevention of Pregnancy and Sexually Transmitted Infections
Update: CDC Issues Supplemental Provider Guidelines for Gardasil 9 Vaccine
Update: FDA Approves Gardasil 9 for Prevention of Certain Cancers Caused by Five
Additional Types of HPV
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Section IV: Respiratory Disorders
Editor: Karen J. Tietze
Chapter 11.
Disorders Related to Colds and Allergy
Update: Rhinocort (budesonide) Rx-to-OTC Switch
Update: Flonase Allergy Relief (fluticasone propionate) OTC Granted Market Exclusivity for
Ocular Indication until 2017
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Chapter 12.
Cough
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Chapter 13.
Heartburn and Dyspepsia
Update: FDA Approves Manufacturers Suggested Label Warnings for OTC Omeprazole
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Chapter 14.
Intestinal Gas
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Chapter 15.
Constipation
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Chapter 16.
Diarrhea
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Chapter 17.
Anorectal Disorders
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Chapter 18.
Pinworm Infection
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Chapter 19.
Nausea and Vomiting
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Chapter 20.
Poisoning
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Chapter 21.
Ostomy Care and Supplies
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Section VI: Nutrition and Nutritional Supplementation

Editor: Carol J. Rollins
Chapter 22.
Essential and Conditionally Essential Nutrients
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Chapter 23.
Functional and Meal Replacement Foods
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Chapter 24.
Sports Nutrition and Performance-Enhancing Nutrients and Supplements
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Chapter 25.
Infant Nutrition and Special Nutritional Needs of Children
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Chapter 26.
Overweight and Obesity
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Section VII: Ophthalmic, Otic, and Oral Disorders
Editors: Gail D. Newton (27, 28) and Karen J. Tietze (2931)
Chapter 27.
Ophthalmic Disorders
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Chapter 28.
Prevention of Contact LensRelated Disorders
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Chapter 29.
Otic Disorders
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Chapter 30.
Prevention of Hygiene-Related Oral Disorders
Update: New FDA Recommendation for Fluoride Added to Bottled Water
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Chapter 31.
Oral Pain and Discomfort
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Chapter 32.
Atopic Dermatitis and Dry Skin
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Chapter 33.
Scaly Dermatoses
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Chapter 34.
Contact Dermatitis
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Chapter 35.

Diaper Dermatitis and Prickly Heat

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Chapter 36.
Insect Bites and Stings and Pediculosis
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Chapter 37.
Acne
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Chapter 38.
Prevention of Sun-Induced Skin Disorders
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Chapter 39.
Skin Hyperpigmentation and Photoaging
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Chapter 40.
Minor Burns, Sunburn, and Wounds
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Chapter 41.
Fungal Skin Infections
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Chapter 42.
Warts
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Chapter 43.
Minor Foot Disorders
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Chapter 44.
Hair Loss
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Section IX: Other Medical Disorders
Editors: Karen J. Tietze (45), Anne L. Hume (46), and Daniel L. Krinsky (47)
Chapter 45.
Self-Care Components of Selected Chronic Disorders
Update: Common Chronic Diseases: Screening and Scaling Back
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Chapter 46.
Insomnia, Drowsiness, and Fatigue
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Chapter 47.
Tobacco Cessation
Update: CDER Safety Labeling Changes for Nicoderm CQ
Update: FDA Approves Label Warning for Soy Allergy in Mint-Flavored Nicroette Lozenges
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Section X: Home Medical Equipment

Editor: Gail D. Newton

Chapter 48.
Home Testing and Monitoring Devices
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Chapter 49.
Adult Urinary Incontinence and Supplies
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Section XI: Complementary Therapies

Editor: Anne L. Hume
Chapter 50.
Introduction to Dietary Supplements
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Chapter 51.
Natural Products
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Chapter 52.
Common Complementary and Alternative Medicine Health Systems
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