Discovering Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
How are plants used in the discovery of drugs?
A
Often chemicals produced by plants work as drugs, which can be streamlined and developed to become more efficient.
2
Q
How was penicillin discovered?
A
Whilst growing bacteria Alexander Fleming left some to grow by accident, and came to find that a mould had done so.
3
Q
How are most drugs found today?
A
Most drugs today are fully synthesised taking inspiration from natural sources.
