Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry I
Unit 5 Notes

Study of biological source, chemical nature and uses of drugs of natural origin containing following drugs
1. Plant Products :
Fibers- Cotton, Jute, Hemp
Hallucinogens, Teratogens, Natural allergens

2. Primary metabolites :
General introduction, detailed study with respect to chemistry, sources, preparation, evaluation, preservation, storage, therapeutic used and commercial utility as Pharmaceutical Aids and/or Medicines for the following Primary metabolites:

3. Carbohydrates : Acacia, Agar, Tragacanth, Honey

4. Proteins and Enzymes : Gelatin, casein, proteolytic enzymes (Papain, bromelain, serratiopeptidase, urokinase, streptokinase, pepsin).

5. Lipids(Waxes, fats, fixed oils) : Castor oil, Chaulmoogra oil, Wool Fat, Bees Wax

6. Marine Drugs :
Novel medicinal agents from marine sources