Handbook of Therapeutic Drug Monitoring

Clinical pharmacokinetics stands at the intersection of pharmacology, medicine, and patient-centered care. Over the last few decades, the application of pharmacokinetic principles in clinical settings has transformed drug therapy from a “one-size-fitsall” approach to a more precise, individualized practice. This book, Clinical Pharmacokinetics: Principles and Applications in Patient Care, has been developed to bridge the gap between theoretical pharmacokinetics and real-world clinical decision-making.

The objective of this book is to provide a comprehensive yet practical guide for students, clinicians, pharmacists, and healthcare professionals who seek to understand how the human body handles drugs and how this knowledge can be applied to optimize therapy. From the basic principles of absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion to complex topics such as pharmacogenomics, therapeutic drug monitoring, and drug dosing in special populations, the text is structured to cover both foundational concepts and advanced applications.