| Module code | BOT 749 |
| Qualification | Postgraduate |
| Faculty | Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences |
| Module content | Basic concepts of toxicology. Systemic, developmental, genetic and organ-specific toxic effects. Hallucinogenic, allergenic, teratogenic and other toxic plants. Plant constituents, contradictions and interactions. Phytotoxicity unrelated to plant constituents. Safety and efficacy issues of commonly used Phyto-drugs with emphasis on pharmaceutical applications. Practical aspects related to the manufacture of good quality plant-based medicines. Phyto-drug formulation, standardisation and aspects concerning different dosage forms. |
| Module credits | 10.00 |
| Programmes | |
| Prerequisites | No prerequisites. |
| Contact time | 1 practical per week, 1 discussion class per week |
| Language of tuition | English |
| Academic organisation | Plant and Soil Sciences |
| Period of presentation | Semester 1 |
Copyright © University of Pretoria 2024. All rights reserved.
Virtual Campus
Get Social With Us
Download the UP Mobile App