Pharmacopeia
Pharmacopeia is a book containing directions for the identification of compound medicines, and published by the authority of a government or a medical or pharmaceutical society.
Description[edit | edit source]
A pharmacopeia is a type of compendium for pharmaceutical substances, which includes detailed information about the substances' properties, effects, and means of application. The term originates from the ancient Greek words pharmakon (drug), and poiein (to make).
History[edit | edit source]
The first pharmacopeias were developed in the early modern period, and have evolved over time in response to new scientific discoveries and the changing needs of medical practitioners. The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) and the European Pharmacopoeia (EP) are two of the most well-known and widely used pharmacopeias today.
Uses[edit | edit source]
Pharmacopeias are used by professionals in the field of health care and pharmaceuticals, including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and researchers. They serve as authoritative references for drug standards and quality, and are used in the development, production, and testing of drugs.
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