An Introduction to Medicinal Chemistry

Book excerpt: Medication is widely used to support the human body to fight against infection and pain. In an era of pharmaceutical and medicinal challenges, and thanks to the media, we have all become more familiar with drug production and distribution. However, do we really know what happens before thosedrugs are distributed? What's the process behind drug discovery? How do our bodies interact with those chemicals?An Introduction to Medicinal Chemistry, 7th edition, offers a complete and accessible approach to this multidisciplinary field. Its guiding and accessible writing style makes this text an ideal tool for those studying the subject for first time, but also for those looking to deepen their knowledge.The book guides students through a journey from understanding the principles of drug action targets in Part A, to how drugs interact at a molecular level with our organs to offer therapeutic value in Part B, and exploring drug design and discovery, as well as regulatory procedures, in Part C.Offering a practical approach, Part D provides a deeper look at specific tools and techniques of medicinal chemistry, concluding with emerging topics including antibodies and anticancer agents in Part E. From principles to practice, accompanied by examples and case studies emerging from currentbiomedical research, the book will equip students with a robust understanding of medicinal chemistry, which will prepare them for future success.Oxford Learning Link features:For students:DT Newly added Multiple-Choice Questions to support self-directed learningDT Web articles describing recent developments in the field and further information on topics covered in the bookDT Journal Club to encourage students to critically analyse the research literatureDT Molecular Modelling Exercises based on the use of freely available software.DT New assignments to help students develop their data analysis and problem-solving skillsFor registered adopters of the book:DT A test bank of additional multiple-choice questions, with links to relevant sections in the bookDT Answers to end-of-chapter questions.DT Figures from the book, ready to download.DT Power Point slides to accompany every chapter in the book.