Classified by their mode of action, all important classes of analgesics are presented here, including recent developments that have not yet been introduced to the market. Altogether, more than 300 compounds are described. A carefully designed layout presents the most relevant information at a glance, including compound structure, physical properties, synthesis schemes and clinical uses. Trade names for different countries are also given, allowing quick reference to compounds currently on the market. In addition to proven pain relievers, novel approaches to pain treatment are discussed and drug candidates for future therapies are presented. With its broad scope and extensive compound listings, this is a premier reference source for pain treatment by pharmacological means. A valuable resource for clinicians, drug developers and pain researchers.
About the Author
Helmut Buschmann, Thomas Christoph, Elmar Friderichs, Corinna Maul and Bernd Sundermann are all affiliated with the Gruenenthal GmbH and based in Aachen (Germany). They are working in various positions within the company for the discovery and development of novel analgesics. Helmut Buschmann has recently been named Research Director of the Laboratorios Esteve in Barcelona (Spain).
