Drugs from Natural Sources
From Dr. William Withering's research on foxglove in the 18th century to recent extracts from the yew for chemotherapy and anti- inflammatory papain from the pineapple; the talk follows a fascinating history.
The isolation of important alkaloids from Aconite, Cinchona, Henbane and other herbs from 1803 onwards and dominance of opium derivatives in Victorian medicine, contributed to healthcare today. Work on salicylates in Willow, Meadowsweet, Wintergreen and Birch has now provided popular pain relief. In the 20th century interest in Chinese herbs has added ephedrine and Ginkgo extracts.
Chemical synergy in whole herbs and the result of using isolated extracts, environmental considerations and folklore are illustrated with slides of the plants which have led to modern drugs. A thought-provoking lecture.
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From Dr. William Withering's research on foxglove in the 18th century to recent extracts from the yew for chemotherapy and anti- inflammatory papain from the pineapple; the talk follows a fascinating history.
The isolation of important alkaloids from Aconite, Cinchona, Henbane and other herbs from 1803 onwards and dominance of opium derivatives in Victorian medicine, contributed to healthcare today. Work on salicylates in Willow, Meadowsweet, Wintergreen and Birch has now provided popular pain relief. In the 20th century interest in Chinese herbs has added ephedrine and Ginkgo extracts.
Chemical synergy in whole herbs and the result of using isolated extracts, environmental considerations and folklore are illustrated with slides of the plants which have led to modern drugs. A thought-provoking lecture.
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