Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Jouf University, Sakaka, Saudi Arabia
Mini Review
Pharmacopoeia: The Definitive Guide to Medicinal Substances
Author(s): Waud Htan*
Pharmacopoeia is a comprehensive guide to the identification, quality control, and therapeutic use of medicinal substances. It is a critical reference
tool for healthcare professionals, pharmacists, regulators, and manufacturers to ensure that medicines are safe, effective, and of high quality.
Pharmacopoeias have a long history, dating back to ancient civilizations, and have evolved into international standards that govern the development
and regulation of pharmaceuticals worldwide. This essay will explore the history and evolution of pharmacopoeias, the role of pharmacopoeias
in modern healthcare, and the importance of pharmacopoeias in quality control of medicines. The history of pharmacopoeias can be traced back
to ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and China. The earliest known pharmacopoeia is the Ebers Papyrus, which was written in Egypt
around.. Read More»
DOI:
10.37421/2472-1042.2023.8.166
Pharmacoeconomics: Open Access received 106 citations as per Google Scholar report