9781331946076 - Materia Medica: Complete Volume (Classic Reprint) de Whitla, James A. (5 resultados)

PAP. Condición: Used - Very Good. Used - Like New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: Used - Very Good. Used - Like New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of pharmacology, exploring the actions and uses of various drugs derived from both the plant and animal kingdoms. With a focus on alkaloids, glucosides, resins, and other natural compounds, the author provides a comprehensive understanding of their therapeutic applications. Grounded in historical medical practices and botanical knowledge, the book offers a glimpse into the evolution of pharmaceuticals. The author meticulously details the extraction processes, physical characteristics, and medicinal properties of each substance, highlighting their effects on the human body and their roles in treating ailments. Through clear explanations and concise descriptions, the book unveils the intricate relationship between nature and medicine. It delves into the therapeutic potential of plants like belladonna, opium, and cinchona, as well as animal-derived substances like cod liver oil and thyroid extract. The book's exploration of these substances sheds light on the historical foundations of modern medicine and the enduring significance of natural compounds in treating various conditions. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.