The Birth of the Pharmaceutical Industry

The video explores the evolution of the pharmaceutical industry, starting with the dye revolution initiated by William Perkin. It highlights the transition of companies like Hochst and Bayer from dyes to synthetic drugs, including analgesics and anesthetics. The development of aspirin and heroin by Bayer is discussed, along with the introduction of barbiturates. The impact of World War I on German pharma companies, particularly E. Merck, and the rise of the US pharma industry are also covered.

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