The book features clinical cases throughout and is structured in a question-and-answer format to encourage active learning. Each chapter begins with a clinical scenario, and then encourages readers to prepare short written answers to a series of questions. The authors then provide sample answers, followed by further information and supported by references. Chapter objectives from the basis for revision of each topic, and MCQs at the end of each chapter test overall retention of information and understanding. This book is an essential purchase for the MRCP candidate, as well as for all trainees in clinical medicine.* This unique problem-based approach to therapeutics focuses on the development of prescribing skills * The format presents a clinical scenario, followed by short answer questions and encourages trainees to prepare written answers * The authors provide reasoned answers, further information and references