Analytical toxicology for clinical, forensic and pharmaceutical chemists

The text covers various aspects of toxicology, starting with general topics such as emergency toxicology, therapeutic drug monitoring, and forensic toxicology. It discusses analytical methods for doping in sports and the future of immunochemical and instrumental analysis in the field. The subsequent sections delve into specific classes of poisons, including natural gases, carbon monoxide, and alcohol levels in the body, as well as volatile hydrocarbons and halogenated compounds. It also addresses pesticides, glycols, inorganic anions, and significant toxic metals. The focus then shifts to toxicological drug analysis, examining various substances such as barbiturates, benzodiazepines, hypnotics, anticonvulsants, neuroleptics, antidepressants, and beta-blocking drugs. It continues with analgesics, antihistamines, anesthetics, cardiac glycosides, cyclosporins, anticoagulants, alkaloids, stimulants, and designer drugs. The final section presents blood level data relevant to these substances, providing a comprehensive overview of toxicology and its implications for health and safety. An index and backmatter conclude the text, ensuring easy navigation through the detailed information presented.