About Book
Pharmaceutical Analysis And Pharmaceutical Inorganic Chemistry, form the kind of bedrock that a pharmacy graduate’s understanding of drug quality, purity, and chemical behaviour is built on. This book is written especially for First Semester B.Pharm students(As per NEP Syllabus), with the belief that these two disciplines, even if they look separate in scope, are actually best learnt together — because the principles of analysis are constantly used when studying inorganic pharmaceuticals, and the chemistry of inorganic compounds only feels real once one knows how their identity, purity, and strength are determined.
The book is arranged into five units. Units I and III, are devoted to Pharmaceutical Analysis, dealing with the base ideas of pharmacopoeial standards, errors and ways to reduce them, the theory and hands-on practice of volumetric analysis — acid-base, redox, complexometric, and precipitation titrations — plus the guiding principles for the assay of pharmaceutical substances. The purpose here is to build the kind of analytical thinking and laboratory skills a pharmacist is expected to have, while keeping everything anchored in Indian Pharmacopoeial methods, and also supported by relevant calculations and examples worked out step-by-step.
Units II, IV, and V take on Pharmaceutical Inorganic Chemistry. It follows the path from the general principles that govern the use of inorganic compounds in medicine to particular groups of pharmaceutical agents, like gastrointestinal agents, acid-base balance, dental products, topical agents, essential and trace minerals. Also, the chemistry that supports their formulation, stability, and therapeutic action. In all of this, more weight has been given to structure–activity relationships, methods of preparation, and the actual role these compounds play in pharmaceutical care, rather than simply asking the student to memorize facts.
Theory part has been followed by List of MCQs/Viva questions in Unit wise for the ready reference of the students at their exam preparation times. In addition, practical experiments are also included as per the new NEP syllabus with all the essential sub topics’ descriptions viz., aim, principle, procedure, table contents, formulae etc., All three parts i.e. Theory contents, Viva/MCQs and Practical experiments in one book will certainly benefit the students.
Every attempt has been made to show the topics in a way that feels strict yet reachable. Diagrams, reaction schemes, and self-assessment questions are placed at the end of each unit, so students can reinforce learning and also get ready for university examinations. The wording stays simple and direct, for students who are meeting these subjects for the first time, but the depth needed at undergraduate level is not lowered, it’s maintained.
It is hoped that this book will work not just as an exam aid, but as a reliable companion during the early stages of a student’s pharmacy journey, supporting both conceptual clarity and practical competence. Suggestions and corrections from teachers and students, are always welcome, because they help a lot in making future editions better.
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About Author
Dr. Vaijayanthimala Palanisamy,M.Pharm., Ph.D brings together the best of academics and research in a career spanning over two decades in Pharmaceutical Chemistry. She currently serves as Professor and Head, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, at SSM College of Pharmacy, Jambai, Tamil Nadu, where her teaching continues to shape generations of pharmacy students.An active member of the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and the Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI), she has contributed more than 25 research articles to national and international journals indexed in SCI and Scopus. Her inventive spirit shows in her patent record too — 5 patents granted by the Indian Patent Office, with one more currently filed. Her research recognitions include the Best Researcher Award in 2022 and the Women Research Award, both standing testimony to her sustained contribution to the field. She has authored Practical Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry II and Anti-Diuretic Profile of Herbal Extracts, IIP Publication and Lambed Publication, reflecting her dual interest in classroom-oriented learning and applied herbal research
Dr. M. Karpakavalli M.Pharm., Ph.D., is a pharmacist, teacher and a medicinal chemist since from past two decades. Now, she is working as a Professor & Head, Dept. of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Karpagam College of Pharmacy, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Dr. M.Karpakavalli completed her B.Pharm (1997) & M.Pharm (2006) from The TN Dr. MGR Medical University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu and Ph.D (2014) from Karpagam University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Started her career as an industrial pharmacist in 1997, worked as a clinical pharmacist in 1998 and now has 19 years of teaching & academic research experience. Rewarded with Ph.D guideship from The TN Dr. MGR Medical University, Chennai in 2019and Best academician award from AEDS and NABARD Govt. sectors, in 2021. She has been a co-chair, poster evaluator, a lead lecturer, a moderator in national & international level seminars/workshops and has delivered scientific speeches in STTP/FDP/national level conferences. She has 62 publications in national and international levels with 200 citations, 07 H-index and 04 i10 index metrics. She works as an editorial member and reviewer for scientific journals. She has worked as an editor for a college souvenir, newsletters and has been an author for two book chapters. She is a member of pharmacy professional bodies viz., TNSPC, IPA, IPGA, APTI, & AEDS. She has organized many events viz., scientific conferences, webinars, NPW programmes, Alumni meet, e-quiz competitions.
Dr. D. Saravanan is currently serving as Professor and Head of the Department of
Pharmaceutical Chemistry at Tagore College of Pharmacy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
He is an accomplished Academician and Researcher with over 18 years of experience in Pharmaceutical Education, Research, and Academic administration.
He obtained his Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) from Pallavan Pharmacy College,
Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, in 2000. He earned his Master of Business Administration
(MBA) from Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai, in 2004, followed by his Master of
Pharmacy (M.Pharm.) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from Annamalai University,
Annamalai Nagar, Tamil Nadu, in 2008. He was awarded his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) by VIT University, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, in 2017.
Dr.D.Saravanan has made significant contributions to Pharmaceutical Education and
Research through his extensive scholarly work. He has published numerous research articles in reputed national and international peer-reviewed journals indexed in Scopus and Web of Science (formerly Thomson Reuters). His research interests encompass pharmaceutical chemistry, medicinal chemistry, drug design, and related interdisciplinary areas. He is an active member of several professional and statutory organizations and has served as an Editorial Board Member and peer reviewer for various national and international scientific journals. He has also actively participated in and presented research papers at several national and international conferences, seminars, workshops, and faculty development programmes.
Dr.D.Saravanan has authored the textbooks Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry–I,
Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry–III, and Handbook of Experiments in Pharmaceutical Chemistry, published by Rubatosis Innovations India Pvt. Ltd.,
Hyderabad, India. In addition, he has contributed a book chapter entitled "Recent
Advances in the Molecular Mechanism of Flavonoids", published by Studium Press Pvt. Ltd., India.With a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and academic leadership, Dr.D.Saravanan continues to contribute to the advancement of Pharmaceutical Sciences through scholarly publications, mentorship, curriculum development, and professional service.
