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1. Drugs of Animal OriginGeneral introduction and discussion about honey, gelatin, shellac, musk, civet, ambergris,cod liver oil, cantharides and spermaceti.2. BiologicsSources, structure, preparation, description and uses of vaccines, toxins, antitoxins,venoms, antivenins, antiserums.3. Surgical DressingsClassification of fibers as vegetable, animals and synthetic fibers. Evaluation of fibers insurgical dressings, BPC standards for dressings and sutures. Discussion on cotton, wool,cellulose, rayon, catgut and nylon4. PesticidesIntroduction, methods and control of pests with special reference to pyrethrum, tobacco,and other natural pesticides5. Growth RegulatorsGeneral account with special reference to plant hormones; Auxins, GibberellinsAbscisic acid and Cytokinins.6. Poisonous Plants including Allergens and Allergenic PreparationsGeneral introduction, case history, skin test, treatment of allergy, inhalant,ingestant, injectant, contactant, infectant and infestant allergens. Mechanism ofallergy07. EnzymesEnzymes obtained from plant source. (Phytoenzymes). Papain, Bromelain andMalt Extract. Enzymes obtained from Animal source. Rennin, pepsin, Pancreatinand Pancrealipase.PHARM 427 PHARMACOGNOSY-II [Lab.]Cr. Hr.: 01 Marks: 50NOTE:- Practicals of the subject shall be designed from time to time on the basis ofthe above mentioned theoretical topics and availability of the facilities,e.g. Introduction of the entire and broken parts of the plant drugs (Macroand organoleptic characters). Microscopic examination of powders andsections of plant drugs.(Note: A minimum of 10 practicals will be conducted)Note:A Study Tour will be an integral part of the syllabus and will bearranged at the end of the session for collection of medicinal plants from thecountry.Recommended Books:1. Alkaloids, Manske R.H.F. Vol. V-XVI, Academic Press, New York (1955-1977).45 | Pakistan Pharmacist Federation; www.pharmacistfed.pk,www.pharmafed.wordpress.com, www.pharmarev.com, info@pharmacistfed.pk,