Natural Poisons And Venoms: Plant Toxins: Terpenes And Steroids (De Gruyter Stem)

After an introduction on toxins and toxicology, the book is arranged according to biogenetic origin and chemistry of the poisonous and venomous compounds. Each chapter describes the biology of toxin producing organisms, chemistry, pharmacological activity and mode of action of the poisonous compounds, risks and symptoms of intoxications and treatment. It shows the great potential of toxins as drugs and for drug development.

• | Author: Eberhard Teuscher, Ulrike Lindequist
• | Publisher: Walter De Gruyter
• | Publication Date: Jun 06, 2023
• | Number of Pages: 330 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback
• | ISBN-10: 3110724723
• | ISBN-13: 9783110724721