PHAR431: Plant Poisons and Pesticides
Credits:
3
In this course students will be made aware that plant products are not only potentially therapeutic in
humans but can also be toxic to both humans and animals including pests. The course will inform
students to recognize biological sources, physico-chemical characteristics and toxicity profile of plant
products that are poisonous (including poisonous mushrooms), allergenic, carcinogenic, hallucinogenic,
teratogenic and pesticidal. Students will be enabled to appreciate the need for identification and care in
handling such plant products to ensure personal safety and also to propose antidotal measures in cases of
accidental contamination or ingestion.