Abstract

Thousands of pharmaceuticals are being used today to treat various diseases. Pharmaceuticals have been described as contaminants of emerging concern, because of their potential adverse effects on humans and the ecosystem. For instance, antibiotics can give rise to antibiotic-resistant bacteria, which can bring about irreparable harm to humans. Other pharmaceutical contaminants can cause various other problems such as the development of reproduction disorders, birth defects, severe bleeding, cancers, organ damage, endocrine disorders, and toxic effects on aquatic organisms.

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