Merck's 1899 Manual of the Materia Medica (eBook)

Merck (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
314 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654702271-8 (EAN)

Infos

In "Merck's 1899 Manual of the Materia Medica," authored by the esteemed pharmaceutical pioneer Merck, readers are presented with an extensive examination of medicinal substances, meticulously detailing their properties, uses, and dosages. This critical compendium reflects the scientific rigor of the late 19th century, characterized by a blend of empirical observation and burgeoning pharmacological research. The manual serves not only as a reference for practitioners of medicine and pharmacy but also as a historical document, highlighting the transition from traditional herbal remedies to a more systematic, scientific approach to medicine. Merck's concise, yet comprehensive, prose skillfully conveys complex information in an accessible manner, ensuring its practicality for both professionals and scholars alike. Merck, renowned as a pioneer in the pharmaceutical industry, was instrumental in the development of meritorious medical literature during a time when rapid advancements in medical science were reshaping public health practices. His passion for chemistry and the role of pharmaceuticals in healing likely propelled him to compile this exhaustive manual. Driven by the principles of accuracy and service to humanity, his contributions have had enduring impacts on pharmacy and medicine, positioned at the intersection of science and healing art. This seminal work is highly recommended for medical practitioners, historians of science, and anyone interested in the foundations of contemporary pharmacology. Merck's precise observations and extensive catalog of medicinal substances not only provide historical insights but also highlight the enduring relevance of traditional pharmacological knowledge in modern medicine. Embrace this essential text to deepen your understanding of the evolution of therapeutic practices.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 28.5.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Medizin / Pharmazie ► Pharmazie
• Schlagworte: 19th century medicine • 19th-century medicine • 19th century pharmacology • chemist's comprehensive manual • classical pharmacopoeia • clinical dosage guidance • Drug encyclopedia • Drugs • drug therapeutic recommendations • etc. • handbooks • historical medical practices • historical medical texts • historical pharmacology • Internal Medicine • manuals • Materia medica • Materia Medica reference • Medical compendium • medical history books • medical professionals resource • Medical remedies • medicinal preparations • medicinal reference guide • Merck manual • Merck's manual • pharmaceutical advancements • Pharmaceutical compendium • pharmaceutical history insights • pharmaceutical literature • Pharmaceutical reference • pharmacological substance catalog • pharmacology • pharmacology classics • therapeutics • therapeutic substances • vintage medical books