Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology by B.K. Roy is a comprehensive textbook published by Kalyani Publishers
that serves as a foundational resource for veterinary students and practitioners. It bridges the gap between basic pharmacological principles and clinical veterinary applications, focusing on the safe and effective use of drugs in diverse animal species. Core Themes of the Text Comparative Pharmacology
- General Toxicology: Principles of poisoning, diagnosis, and treatment (emetics, activated charcoal, antidotes).
- Heavy Metal Toxicities: Arsenic, Lead, Copper, Mercury – sources in livestock, clinical signs, and chelation therapy.
- Pesticide Poisoning: Organophosphates (OP), Carbamates, Organochlorines – mechanism, atropine + pralidoxime therapy.
- Plant Poisoning: Extensive coverage of toxic plants – Abrus precatorius (Ratti), Solanum, Pteridium (Bracken fern), Gossypol (cottonseed meal).
- Mycotoxicosis: Aflatoxins, Ochratoxins, Fumonisins – effects on poultry and dairy.
- Zootoxins: Snake venom (neurotoxic vs. hemotoxic), scorpion stings, bee stings.
- Feed and Water Contaminants: Nitrates, nitrites, urea toxicity, fluorosis.
The book "Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology" by B.K. Roy is an essential resource for:
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