Module 'Herbal Treatment'

Aim
To acquire knowledge of the basics of herbal treatment needed for practical work in pharmacy and of the options to use herbs and their preparations to strengthen the organism, for the treatment and prevention of disease.
Learning outcomes
1. Is capable to explain the anatomical and morphological structure of plants and their most important physiological functions.
2. Knows the most important plants in the main plant groups.
3. Knows medicinal plants used in Estonia, the medicines derived from them and their active ingredients.
4. Knows about the use of medicinal plants and herbal remedies for the treatment of diseases.
5. Is familiar with the nomenclature of the natural preparations
And is capable to make recommendations for their use.