GALEN AND KNOWLEDGE OF PHARMACY

Abstract

The paper presents the literature data on the occurrence of the term "Galenic medicines" and the contribution of K. Galen in the formation and development of pharmacy. The source of information were the materials published in domestic and foreign literature. We describe some of the recipes for medicines used by Galen in his practice. Discussed technological techniques and the most frequently used drugs. Specific examples are shown the knowledge and experience of Galen in the field of pharmacy.

Keywords

• galen
• a roman physician
• philosopher
• galenic medicines
• the history of medicine and pharmacy