Transgenic plants

Transgenic plants are plants that have been genetically engineered, a breeding approach that uses recombinant DNA techniques to create plants with new characteristics.They are identified as a class of genetically modified organism (GMO)..

Genetically modified organism

A genetically modified organism (GMO) is an organism whose genetic material has been altered using techniques in genetics generally known as recombinant DNA technology.

Biopharmaceutical

Biopharmaceuticals are medical drugs produced using biotechnology.

The first such substance approved for therapeutic use was recombinant human insulin.

The large majority of biopharmaceutical products are pharmaceuticals that are derived from life forms.

A potentially controversial method of producing biopharmaceuticals involves transgenic organisms, particularly plants and animals that have been genetically modified to produce drugs..

Pharmacology

Pharmacology is the study of how substances interact with living organisms to produce a change in function.

The field encompasses drug composition and properties, interactions, toxicology, therapy, and medical applications and antipathogenic capabilities. Development of medication is a vital concern to medicine, but also has strong economical and political implications.

To protect the consumer and prevent abuse, many governments regulate the manufacture, sale, and administration of medication.