Definition Glycosides are a group of organic compounds that yield one or more sugars upon hydrolysis. Structurally, a glycoside is composed of a sugar part, known as the glycone, and a non-sugar part, referred to as the aglycone or genin. These two parts are linked through a glycosidic bond, which typically involves the anomeric carbon … Read more
Definition Secondary metabolites are organic compounds produced by plants, bacteria, fungi, and animals that are not directly involved in the normal growth, development, or reproduction of the organism. Unlike primary metabolites (such as amino acids, nucleotides, and carbohydrates), which are essential for the basic metabolic processes of life, secondary metabolites often play crucial roles in … Read more
Pharmacognosy is the study of medicinal drugs derived from plants and other natural sources. Plant tissue culture has become a vital tool in pharmacognosy, offering numerous applications in the discovery, production, and study of medicinal compounds. Here is a detailed note on the various applications of plant tissue culture in pharmacognosy: Â 1. Production of Secondary … Read more
Introduction to Chemical Classification in Pharmacognosy: Chemical classification in pharmacognosy categorizes drugs based on their chemical composition, particularly focusing on compounds derived from natural sources such as plants, animals, and minerals. This classification system is crucial for understanding the bioactive constituents of medicinal substances and their pharmacological effects. Key Criteria for Chemical Classification: Chemical classification … Read more
Glycosides consist of a glycone (sugar) moiety and an aglycone (non-sugar) moiety. Plants, animals, and microorganisms widely distribute them in nature. Due to their diverse biological properties, glycosides find various therapeutic activities and pharmaceutical applications, making them integral in medicine. Some common therapeutic activities and pharmaceutical applications of glycosides include: 1. Cardiovascular Effects Certain glycosides, … Read more
Glycosides are organic compounds with a sugar molecule (glycone) bound to a non-sugar component (aglycone or genin) through a glycosidic linkage. The glycosidic linkage involves the sugar moiety’s attachment to the non-sugar moiety’s hydroxyl group. These compounds are widely distributed in nature and can be found in plants, microorganisms, and, to a lesser extent, in … Read more
