A brief history of pharmacology, therapeutics and scientific thought (original) (raw)

This article explores the historical development of pharmacology, tracing its roots from early medicinal practices to the establishment of pharmacology as a scientific discipline. It emphasizes the contributions of key figures and the social and political implications of scientific inquiry in the field of medicine. The work illustrates how pharmacology evolved from the use of simple palliative agents to complex drug treatments targeting various diseases, highlighting the integration of morality and culture in scientific advancement.