Father of Homeopathy
The 'Father of Homeopathy' is:
- Galen
- Paracelsus
- Samuel Hahnemann — Correct Answer
- Hippocrates
Explanation:
Correct Answer: Samuel Hahnemann
Samuel Hahnemann introduced homeopathy at the commencement of the 19th century and is known as the Father of Homeopathy. 'Homos' (Greek) = same; 'patheia' (Greek) = suffering — 'similar suffering'.
Two Principles of Homeopathy
- 'Like cures like'
- 'Dilution potentiates the action of drugs'
Other Fathers in Medical History
- Father of Medicine: Hippocrates.
- Father of Polypharmacy: Galen (Galenical drugs named after him).
- Iatro Chemistry (medicinal chemistry): Introduced by Paracelsus.
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