RT Book, Section A1 Ciccone, Charles D. A1 Bednarek, Melissa L. A1 Miller, Kenneth L. SR Print(0) ID 1188530771 T1 Treatment of Infections I: Antibacterial Drugs T2 Pharmacology in Rehabilitation, 5e YR 2022 FD 2022 PB F. A. Davis Company PP New York, NY SN 9781719645348 LK fadavisat.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1188530771 RD 2024/03/28 AB This chapter and the next two address drugs used to treat infections caused by pathogenic microorganisms and parasites. Microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and protozoa, as well as larger multicellular parasites, frequently invade human tissues and are responsible for various afflictions, ranging from mild and annoying symptoms to life-threatening diseases. Often, the body’s natural defense mechanisms are unable to deal with these pathogenic invaders, and pharmacological treatment is essential in resolving infections and promoting recovery. The development of drugs to treat infection represent one of the most significant advances in medical history, and these agents are among the most important and widely used pharmacological agents throughout the world.