Abstract:
A large number of drugs in the Homoeopathic system
of medicine are derived from plants. Many drugs are plants
used as such or their derivatives byway of active principles.
Usage of plants calls for strict adherence to pharmacopoeial
standards and proper identification of plants for maximum
pharmaceutical efficacy. Departure from such guidelines
can result in palpable mistakes and consequent degradation
in quality and therapeutic efficacy as well as loss of
reputation for the manufacturer. Problems and pitfalls to
be avoided are highlighted in this paper.
