Pharmaceutical chemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry (pronunciation: /fɑːrməˈsjuːtɪkəl kɪˈmɪstri/) is a branch of Chemistry that deals with the chemical aspects of Pharmaceuticals. It involves the study of drug design, drug synthesis, and the mechanism of drug action at the molecular level.
Etymology
The term 'Pharmaceutical Chemistry' is derived from the Greek word 'Pharmakon' meaning drug, and 'Chemistry' which has its roots in the Arabic word 'Kēme' (meaning 'earth').
Related Terms
- Pharmacology: The study of drug action and interactions with living organisms.
- Medicinal Chemistry: A specialized field of pharmaceutical chemistry that involves designing, synthesizing, and developing pharmaceutical agents.
- Biochemistry: The study of chemical processes within and relating to living organisms.
- Pharmacokinetics: The study of how an organism affects a drug.
- Pharmacodynamics: The study of the biochemical and physiological effects of drugs on the body.
Pharmaceutical Chemistry in Detail
Pharmaceutical Chemistry is an interdisciplinary science that uses the principles of Chemistry and Biology to the development of pharmaceuticals. It involves the design and synthesis of therapeutic agents, as well as the study of the interactions of drugs with biological systems.
Pharmaceutical chemists are involved in the development and assessment of therapeutic compounds. Pharmaceutical chemistry encompasses drug design, drug synthesis, and the evaluation of drug efficacy and safety. It includes the study of existing drugs, their biological properties, and their quantitative structure-activity relationships (QSAR).
Pharmaceutical chemistry is focused on quality aspects of medicines and aims to assure fitness for the purpose of medicinal products. It includes the study of the identification, formulation, production, and standardization of drugs.
Pharmaceutical chemists work in a variety of settings including the pharmaceutical industry, universities, and government agencies. They are involved in drug discovery and development, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, and in the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pharmaceutical chemistry
- Wikipedia's article - Pharmaceutical chemistry
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