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Arrow and dart poisons.

N G Bisset1

  • 1Chelsea Department of Pharmacy, King's College London, University of London, U.K.

Journal of Ethnopharmacology
|February 1, 1989
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This review covers the global history, composition, and ethnology of arrow and dart poisons. It also explores the medicinal and pharmacological applications of these potent natural compounds.

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Area of Science:

  • Ethnobotany and Ethnozoology
  • Pharmacology
  • Toxicology

Background:

  • Historical use of arrow and dart poisons across diverse cultures.
  • Examination of the ethnological significance and global distribution of these poisons.

Observation:

  • Analysis of the composition and sources of active principles in plant and animal-derived poisons.
  • Review of the historical context and geographical spread of their application.

Findings:

  • Detailed consideration of the chemical constituents responsible for toxicity.
  • Exploration of the diverse origins, including botanical and zoological sources.

Implications:

  • Potential applications of arrow and dart poison components in modern medicine.
  • Utilization of these natural compounds as valuable pharmacological research tools.