Get the current, reliable information you need to ace your pharmacology-related assessments and transition confidently to healthcare practice! BRS Pharmacology, 8th Edition, edited by Dr. Sarah Lerchenfeldt and part of the popular Board Review Series, equips medical, advanced practice, and other health professions students with the preparation needed to master the general principles of drug mechanisms,  the details of how drugs act on major body systems, and gain a deep understanding of their indications and potential adverse effects. The BRS format delivers vital information in a succinct, streamlined format preferred by today’s students. Includes core BRS features: simple, easy-to-understand drawings; bolded key concepts; and NBME-style review questionswith answers and explanations to test your understanding, identify weaknesses, and gain familiarity with the exam format Enhances your retention with powerful mnemonics and vibrant illustrations that simplify complex pharmacological concepts, making it easier to recall information and ensuring success from the USMLE to clinical practice Features numerous content updates throughout (including recently approved drugs) and newly revised practice questions online Covers high-yield topics, uses a systems-based organization, and features a concise, outline format Contains convenient drug summary tables, as well as cross references in the Comprehensive Examination that point you to specific content for fast, efficient review