Crude botanical drugs containing mucilages are employed because the possess demulcent attributes. Marshmallow, slippery elm and aloe vera are examples of mucilages.
Examples of crude drugs used in Kampo preparations include glycyrrhiza (licorice ), rhubarb, and ginseng.
mention the name of two drugs containing hydroxyl group
Atorvastatin
Adulteration of crude drugs refers to the process by which the purity and quality of a natural substance, such as herbs or plant extracts, are compromised by the addition of foreign substances or contaminants. This can occur intentionally, through the mixing of inferior or cheaper materials, or unintentionally, due to environmental factors or improper handling. Adulterated crude drugs can lead to ineffective treatment, toxicity, and pose serious health risks to consumers. Therefore, ensuring the authenticity and quality of crude drugs is essential in herbal medicine and pharmacognosy.
morphological, microscopical, chemical, physical, biological
sites of action
Interactions with other herbs, or with pharmacological drugs, is a matter of concern and a growing area of research.
This classification covers establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing bulk organic and inorganic medicinal chemicals and their derivatives, as well as processing--grading, grinding, milling--bulk botanical drugs and herbs.
Pramocaine , Dyclonine, Ketobemidone etc
Doxorubicin, an anticancer drug.
No. I am allergic to Sulpha drugs and I can take levofloxacin.
Y. K. Sarin has written: 'Principal crude herbal drugs of India'