Plant-Derived Drugs in Modern Medicine

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Which plant source is associated with a CNS stimulant drug?

Camellia sinensis

Which drug is not derived from Rauwolfia serpentina?

Ergotoxine

Which plant source provides a narcotic and analgesic drug?

Papaver somniferum

Which drug listed is not associated with Catharanthus roseus?

Vincamine

Which plant source is linked to the anti-malarial drugs Quinine and Quinidine?

Cinchona species

Which plant source does not produce an anti-inflammatory compound?

Hyoscyamus

Which plant source provides a vasodilator drug?

Catharanthus roseus

From which plant source is the anti-cancer drug Taxol derived?

Podophyllum peltatum

Which plant source is associated with a smooth muscle relaxant drug?

Theobroma cacao

What plant source produces a vasoconstrictor drug?

Catharanthus roseus

Which plant source is linked to a CNS stimulant drug?

Papaver somniferum

From which plant source do you get cardiotonic drugs like Digitoxin and Lanatosides?

Strophanthus kombe

Which plant source provides an analgesic drug?

Strophanthus kombe

Which plant source does not produce an anti-spasmodic drug?

Cinchona species

Learn about various active compounds isolated from plants used in modern medicine, including their therapeutic uses, drugs, and plant sources. Explore the roles of plants like Rauwolfia serpentina, Catharanthus roseus, and Claviceps purpurea in providing raw materials for important medications.

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