Medicinal natural products :

Abstract

Medicinal Natural Products: A Biosynthetic Approach by Paul M. Dewick examines the chemistry, biosynthesis, and medicinal importance of natural compounds obtained from plants, microorganisms, and animals. It explains the major biosynthetic pathways responsible for producing natural products, including polyketides, terpenoids, steroids, alkaloids, peptides, and other amino acid derivatives. The book discusses their chemical structures, biological activities, sources, medicinal uses, and the development of semi-synthetic derivatives and synthetic analogues. It is a valuable reference for students and researchers in pharmacognosy, pharmacy, medicinal chemistry, biochemistry, and natural products chemistry.