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[Quinines--past and present].

Michal Mates1, Gideon Nesher, Shoshana Zevin

  • 1Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Jerusalem.

Harefuah
|September 7, 2007
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Quinine, derived from Cinchona tree bark, has been a vital antimalarial for over 350 years. It is also crucial for treating autoimmune diseases like Lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.

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Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology and Ethnobotany
  • Medicinal Chemistry

Context:

  • Quinine has a 350+ year history in malaria treatment.
  • The discovery of quinine's efficacy revolutionized 17th-century medicine and European politics.
  • Cinchona trees, the natural source, are native to Latin America.

Purpose:

  • To explore the historical significance and therapeutic applications of quinine.
  • To highlight the transition from natural extraction to synthetic production of quinine.
  • To detail quinine's dual role in combating infectious diseases and autoimmune disorders.

Summary:

  • Quinine, historically sourced from Cinchona tree bark, has been a cornerstone treatment for malaria since the 17th century.
  • Significant efforts were invested in locating and cultivating Cinchona trees globally.

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  • Modern production involves both natural extraction and chemical synthesis, expanding its accessibility.

    • Impact:

    • Quinine's introduction dramatically altered malaria treatment and had geopolitical consequences.
    • The compound remains essential for malaria control and is a key therapeutic agent for autoimmune conditions.
    • Ongoing research likely explores new applications and optimized production methods for quinine.