An overview of how drugs are designed and developed
Gallimore, D.
Nursing Times 102(47): 30-31
2006
ISSN/ISBN: 0954-7762 PMID: 17153043 Document Number: 595720
Medications have traditionally come from natural sources. Recent advances in biology and chemistry have revolutionised the way in which drugs are designed and developed. This article discusses drug discovery and the subsequent testing process.
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