iatrochemistry

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(chemistry, medicine) An early branch of chemistry, having roots in alchemy, that tried to provide chemical remedies to diseases; alternatively, the application of chemistry to medical theory.

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From Ancient Greek ἰατρός (iatros, “doctor”) + chemistry; alternatively, iatro- +‎ chemistry

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