BO9119 Clinical Pharmacognosy

This course reviews the secondary metabolites in plants, algae and fungi that are fundamental to their medicinal activities. This information is presented in a clinically relevant manner, as opposed to focusing solely on the chemistry of the compounds. Major classes of constituents including terpenoids, phenylpropanoids, resins, glycosides, alkaloids and saponins are discussed.

Credits

2

Corequisite

SN6301 or BO4146