Novel Psychoactive Substances: Classification, Pharmacology, and Toxicology

Authored by Paul I. Dargan, “Novel Psychoactive Substances: Classification, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Second Edition” offers a comprehensive examination on the classification, detection, supply, and availability of novel psychoactive substances, also known as “legal highs.” This book covers individual classes of novel psychoactive substances that have recently emerged onto the recreational drug scene, providing an overview of the pharmacology of the substance and a discussion of their associated acute and chronic harm and toxicity.

This second edition addresses drugs new to the scene, with completely updated and revised chapters. Written by international experts in the field, this multi-authored book is an essential reference for scientists, clinicians, academics, and regulatory and law enforcement professionals.

Key Features:

• Chapters written by international experts in the field
• Comprehensive overview on the classification, detection, availability, and supply of novel psychoactive substances
• Pharmacology and toxicology associated with the substance
• A single source for all interested parties working in this area, including scientists, academics, clinicians, law enforcement, and regulatory agencies
• Full treatment of novel psychoactive substances that have recently emerged onto the recreational drug scene, including amphetamines and the synthetic cannabinoid receptors in spice and K2

Publication Details:

Published by Elsevier Science on September 6, 2021, this book is available in English. The ISBNs are 9780128187883 and 9780128190302.