Pharma-Ecology: The Occurrence and Fate of Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products in the Environment is a revised and updated second edition that delves into the environmental impact of pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs). Authored by Patrick K. Jjemba, this comprehensive guide explores how to minimize their adverse effects on ecosystems. The text covers the biological impacts of various classes of pharmaceutical compounds under clinical settings, detailing their modes of action and estimated consumption rates. Highlighting recent advancements in detection methods, the second edition provides an extensive overview of the ecological impact of PPCPs since the initial publication. This resource bridges the gap between medicine, public health, and environmental science, offering valuable insights through learning objectives for each chapter and concluding open-ended questions that encourage critical thinking.

With 416 pages of in-depth content, this edition is an essential tool for professionals in healthcare and environmental sciences seeking to understand and address the challenges posed by PPCPs. The book’s dimensions are 6.2 x 1 x 9.1 inches, and it carries ISBN-10: 1119312280 and ISBN-13: 978-1119312284, published by Wiley on November 13, 2018.