About Book
This book has been written as per the new syllabus released by Pharmacy council of India in accordance with the New Education Policy (NEP 2020) to provide a strong foundation for pharmacy students in their early years of study. It introduces the essentials of the pharmacy profession, dosage forms, pharmaceutical calculations, and the evolving role of pharmacists in healthcare systems. By blending conceptual understanding with skill-based learning, this book prepares students for advanced courses in pharmaceutical technology and practice.
The content is structured across five comprehensive units that progress logically from the history and scope of pharmacy in India to the scientific and practical aspects of pharmaceutical dosage forms. Students begin by learning about the development of pharmacy as a profession, the importance of pharmacopoeias and official standards, and the ethical responsibilities of pharmacists. This foundation is then expanded into practical areas such as prescription handling, pharmaceutical calculations, and the preparation of various solid, liquid, semisolid, and suppository dosage forms.
The book emphasizes competency-based learning outcomes, as envisioned in NEP 2020, by integrating knowledge with practical application. Students will develop the ability to:
• Understand the historical evolution and scope of pharmacy as a profession.
• Apply pharmaceutical calculations in formulation and compounding.
• Recognize the role of APIs and excipients in dosage form design.
• Gain practical exposure to the preparation and evaluation of dosage forms.
• Strengthen communication skills for patient counselling and inter-professional collaboration.
• Develop a sense of professional ethics, responsibility, and accountability as healthcare providers.
This book aligns with NEP 2020’s vision of multidisciplinary and holistic education, equipping pharmacy graduates with the knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes required for effective participation in healthcare delivery. It aspires to nurture socially accountable pharmacists who can adapt to future challenges in the pharmaceutical sciences, clinical practice, and healthcare technology.
About Author
Prof. (Dr.) Sreedhar Ranjan Das is a distinguished academician with 16 years of teaching experience in various institutions. Holding multiple qualifications, including M.Pharm, Ph.D, P.G.D.H.M, and D.P.Q.C.Q.A.M, he has established himself as an expert in his field. With 15 international publications to his credit, Dr. Das has significantly contributed to the academic community. He also holds 2 patents, showcasing his innovative approach. As a working editor for several international journals, Dr. Das plays a crucial role in shaping academic discourse. His expertise and dedication have earned him a reputable position.
Chetan S. Darne is the Head of the Department (D. Pharm) at Kamla Nehru College of Pharmacy, Butibori, Nagpur. He holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy and a Master of Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics) from SKB College of Pharmacy, Kamptee, Nagpur.
With over 13 years of teaching experience in Diploma in Pharmacy (D. Pharm), Mr. Darne has established himself as a dedicated academician in the field of pharmaceutical sciences. In addition to teaching Pharmaceutics, he has been imparting knowledge in Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence to diploma students for the past 12 years, contributing significantly to their academic and professional development.
Over the last two years, he has also served as a project guide for Bachelor of Pharmacy final-year students, successfully mentoring 14 students in their academic projects.
Sanjay Kumar Chaurasia is an Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutics with over 06 years of academic and research experience. He is currently serving at Apex Institute of Pharmacy, Samaspur, Chunar, Mirzapur. His teaching and research interests include Pharmaceutics, Biopharmaceutics, Industrial Pharmacy, Novel Drug Delivery Systems, and Pharmaceutical Engineering. He is actively involved in academic writing and book publishing, contributing to the development of student-oriented textbooks, laboratory manuals, and learning resources aligned with PCI and AKTU syllabus and Outcome-Based Education (OBE) standards.
Dr. Vivek Kumar Patel is a Professor of Pharmaceutics with 14 years of academic and research experience. He is currently serving as Academic Head and M.Pharm HOD at Apex College of Pharmacy, Chunar. Dr. Patel has published more than 30 research articles in reputed national and international journals, holds two patents, and is the author of one academic book. He has guided 15 M.Pharm students and is currently supervising 5 M.Pharm scholars, with key research interests in novel drug delivery systems and pharmaceutical formulation development.
Divya Shah had completed her Bachelor of Pharmacy from SVBIP and later pursued her Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) from KBIPER. After completing her academic qualifications, she had been working in the Department of Pharmaceutics at KBRCP, where she gained more than three years of experience in teaching, research, and academic activities.
She had developed a strong foundation in pharmaceutical sciences, particularly in the area of pharmaceutics, through both her education and professional experience. Her work reflected a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical understanding, enabling her to contribute effectively to the academic environment.
