Pharmaceutical Botany (Part II)
This textbook is intended for the students of the Faculty of Biology at the Paisii Hilendarski University of Plovdiv and is in accordance with the established curriculum of the undergraduate specialty "Medical Biology". It can also be used by students studying in the master's programs "Medical Biology", "Medicinal and Essential Plants", etc., as well as by students studying pharmaceutical botany at the Medical University - Plovdiv. The textbook provides fundamental knowledge in the field of plant taxonomy. It introduces students to the taxonomic diversity of plants, their distribution into large taxonomic groups and their characterization. Emphasis is placed on medicinal plants. Medicinal representatives from prokaryotic algae, lower (thallus) plants, and higher (cormus) plants are reviewed, presented alphabetically within each family. Their conservation status and resources are indicated. The main information in the textbook is presented in normal font. In order to upgrade and expand knowledge and establish a connection with the discipline of Pharmacognosy, information is given in smaller print about usable part, biologically active substances, action and application, as well as about some medicinal plants used mainly in folk medicine. The textbook is richly illustrated. Contains determination tables (keys). At the end of the textbook are included alphabetical indexes of the Bulgarian and Latin names of the taxa, of the usable plant parts (drugs) and of the medical terms.
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Pharmaceutical Botany (Part II) is an extremely important textbook that continues to explore the wealth of plants that are relevant to the pharmaceutical industry. This textbook provides further insight into the biology, chemistry and pharmaceutical properties of various plants that are used in medicine and pharmaceuticals.
The beginning of the textbook presents an overview of important aspects of botany that are relevant to understanding plants and their properties. Basic concepts such as botanical classification, morphology, anatomy and physiology of plants essential for their identification and study.
Subsequent sections of the textbook focus on specific groups of plants and their pharmaceutical uses. These sections introduce different types of plants, looking at their biology, chemistry and medicinal properties. An important emphasis is placed on plants that contain active ingredients used for the production of drugs and medicinal preparations.
In addition, the textbook provides information on the various methods and techniques used in pharmaceutical botany for the identification, collection, drying, storage and processing of medicinal plants. The authors present standard procedures for the extraction of active ingredients and the isolation of plant extracts, as well as for the evaluation of the quality and purity of the raw materials.
An important aspect of the textbook is devoted to the therapeutic application of various medicinal plants. The authors present information on their medicinal properties, indications and contraindications, as well as on the methods of preparation and administration of various medicinal forms, including teas, extracts, tinctures, etc.
In addition, the textbook provides tips and guidelines for recognizing and preventing poisonings from plants and the improper use of medicinal plants. The authors emphasize the importance of professional training and supervision in the use of medicinal plants for medicinal purposes.
Pharmaceutical Botany (Part II) is a valuable source of information for students of pharmacy, pharmaceutical botany and medicine, as well as professionals in the pharmaceutical industry seeking a detailed understanding of plants and their pharmaceutical properties. This textbook provides extensive and up-to-date information essential to the development and application of herbal medicine and pharmaceuticals.
