Galenic

/ɡəˈlenɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to Galen or his medical theories; also referring to medicines prepared from plant or animal materials rather than chemicals.

Etymology

From 'Galen' plus '-ic' suffix. In modern pharmaceutical use, 'galenic' medicine refers to traditional herbal preparations, reflecting Galen's extensive work with natural remedies.

Kelly Says

A 'galenic medicine' sounds ancient, but pharmacists still use this term today for plant-based drugs—Galen's 2,000-year-old wisdom keeps influencing how we make medicine!

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