About Book
This textbook, which is intended for second-year Diploma in Pharmacy (D. Pharm) students, is a crucial resource for understanding the practical aspects of pharmacology, which is the foundation of modern healthcare, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in the subject of pharmacy.
Students will receive practical experience in drug analysis, dose, and the effects of drugs on various types of pharmacological systems that assist the students in gaining a greater understanding of drug mechanisms, therapeutic applications, and potential adverse responses by concentrating on practical exercises; this is essential to boost the knowledge of aspiring pharmacy students.
Each section is carefully designed to align with the latest Pharmacy Council of India-recommended Diploma in pharmacy curriculum 2020, seamlessly integrating theoretical concepts with practical techniques. The goal is to develop students' skilful abilities, proficiency, and knowledge of ethics so they may make sound decisions for their future careers.
We truly hope that this practical textbook could accelerate the educational process and make pharmacology interesting and attentive.
Sarojini Nayak
Manoj Kumar Dalai
About Author
First Author
Miss Sarojini Nayak, M. Pharm
Associate Professor
Dept. of Pharmacology
Kanak Manjari Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Rourkela, Odisha.
Miss Sarojini Nayak has been an experienced teacher for 18 years. She began her teaching profession with the greatest dedication and has continued to do so. She enjoys studying pharmacology and wanted to share what she knows with everyone who has a connection to this field. She is currently employed at the Kanak Manjari Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Rourkela, Odisha, as an Associate Professor. In 2007, she earned her Master of Pharmacy degree from Biju Patnaik University of Technology in Rourkela. She has authored 2 book chapters and 26 review and research articles. She has presented her paper and participated in numerous national and international conferences, seminars, and workshops. She is an APTI and LASA life member. Throughout her whole teaching career, she has mentored 30 M. Pharm students and 100 B. Pharm students on their individual projects. She enjoys imparting her knowledge to others who are curious about a certain topic. She wants to share her knowledge and insights with everyone through her book. She is gaining additional ideas because of her passion for the research. She aimed to assist others by providing pertinent information in her book.
Second Author
Prof. (Dr.) Manoj Kumar Dalai, M.Pharm, Ph.D.,
Professor
HOD of Pharma Chemistry
Kanak Manjari Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Rourkela, Odisha.
He has had more than 26 years of teaching experience and 3 years of industrial experience. In addition, he has published more than 20 research articles, abstracts and book chapters. He has also been serving as a manuscripts reviewer for several reputed journals, including the Journal of ethnopharmacology. He got a DST Travel Grant award from the Government of India and attended the ethnopharmacology seminar in Graz, Austria. He is a member of various professional bodies, like APTI, ISTE, IPS, & SFE. His research interests include medicinal plants and their treatments for neuronal disorders and diabetes.
