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Who is one of the authors of the book referenced in the text?
Who is one of the authors of the book referenced in the text?
Which publisher released the book mentioned in the text?
Which publisher released the book mentioned in the text?
How many authors are credited for the book discussed in the text?
How many authors are credited for the book discussed in the text?
What is NOT one of the authors of the book mentioned?
What is NOT one of the authors of the book mentioned?
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Which author's name appears last in the list of authors for the book mentioned?
Which author's name appears last in the list of authors for the book mentioned?
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Which historical figure is often considered the 'Father of Toxicology'?
Which historical figure is often considered the 'Father of Toxicology'?
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In ancient toxicology, which substance was famously used by the Romans as a poison?
In ancient toxicology, which substance was famously used by the Romans as a poison?
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Which event in history significantly contributed to the development of modern toxicology as a science?
Which event in history significantly contributed to the development of modern toxicology as a science?
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What is a primary focus area within clinical toxicology?
What is a primary focus area within clinical toxicology?
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How has the field of toxicology evolved over time?
How has the field of toxicology evolved over time?
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Study Notes
History of Toxicology
- Arrow poisons have been used globally and are still utilized today.
- A famous example of the significance of dosage is the phrase "The right dose differentiates a poison from a remedy."
- The concept of target organ toxicity, which states that drugs and chemicals affect specific organs in the body, was first proposed.
Modern Toxicology
- In the 17th century, Ramazzini wrote "De Morbis Artificum" (1713), a book that describes asthma and outlines health hazards from occupational exposure to dust, fumes, or gases.
- The book "Goldfrank's Toxicologic Emergencies" is written by Lewis Goldfrank, Neal Flomenbaum, Neal Lewin, Mary Ann Howland, and Robert Hoffman, and published by McGraw-Hill Professional.
Clinical Toxicology
- Clinical toxicology is a sub-discipline of toxicology that focuses on the effects of drugs and toxins on humans.
- The College of Pharmacy offers a course in Clinical Toxicology (433PHL) taught by Dalal A.
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Test your knowledge on the principles of pharmacology with this quiz. Explore the concept that 'the right dose differentiates a poison from a remedy' and learn about how drugs and chemicals affect specific organs of the body.
