Prodrug Design: Perspectives, Approaches and Applications in Medicinal Chemistryprovides a focused overview of this critical area of drug discovery, as that continuous process strives not only to discover new drug compounds but also to modify the existing ones. This valuable primer supports this mission of drug development and its goal of reducing undesired effects and improving therapeutic effectiveness of drug compounds. Providing a unique compilation of data, insightful case studies, and review of existing literature in the area, the book will promote innovation in medicinal and pharmaceutical chemistry research, exploring the limitations of existing drugs and their improvement. Prodrug Designreviews marketed compounds, the safety of promoieties, and a detailed classification of prodrugs organized by therapeutic area for easy reference. Offers unique, detailed overview of Prodrug research and literatureProvides detailed chemical structuresIncludes Prodrug listing by therapeutic area | Prodrug Design by Vivekkumar K Redasani, Paperback | Indigo Chapters