About Book
The Textbook of Pharmacology-II is a well-structured and comprehensive guide that delves into the pharmacological aspects of drugs acting on critical physiological systems, serving as an essential resource for pharmacy and medical students. The book begins with an in-depth exploration of drugs acting on the cardiovascular system, divided into three segments. The first section covers the electrophysiology of the heart, drugs for congestive heart failure, and various classes of antihypertensives. The second section discusses anti-anginal, anti-arrhythmic, and anti-hyperlipidemic drugs, as well as medications used in shock therapy and hematinic agents for treating anemia. The third part focuses on hemostatic modulation, including coagulants, anticoagulants, fibrinolytics, antiplatelet agents, and plasma volume expanders, which are essential in the management of bleeding and thrombotic disorders.
The book also thoroughly covers the pharmacology of the urinary system, including the actions and applications of diuretics and antidiuretics, which are vital in treating conditions like hypertension, edema, and diabetes insipidus. It then moves into a detailed study of autacoids and related drugs, explaining the roles of substances such as histamine, serotonin (5-HT), prostaglandins, thromboxanes, leukotrienes, angiotensin, bradykinin, and substance P, as well as the pharmacological agents used to modulate these pathways. The subsequent section discusses non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), anti-gout medications, and antirheumatic agents, all of which are commonly used in inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.
Endocrine pharmacology is extensively covered in two chapters, starting with foundational concepts and progressing to the pharmacological actions of pituitary hormones, thyroid hormones, insulin, glucagon, parathyroid hormones, vitamin D, and corticosteroids. The second part explores sex hormones such as androgens, estrogens, progesterone, oral contraceptives, and uterine-active drugs, highlighting their therapeutic and physiological relevance. The final unit focuses on bioassays, explaining their principles, types, and practical applications. It includes detailed procedures for the bioassay of insulin, oxytocin, vasopressin, ACTH, d-tubocurarine, digitalis, histamine, and serotonin, enabling students to understand how drug activity is quantified biologically.
About Author
Dr. Abhishek Kumar Associate Professor Sri Sathya Sai Institute Of Pharmaceutical Sciences RKDF University Bhopal M.P. India He is life member of various Societies viz APTI, IPA,. He is actively engaged in research and has published over 5 articles in National and International journal of repute, besides he has also participated and presented papers in many National and International conferences about 8 paper and poster presentations. And also published 01 book chapters , on his name guided 5 PG awarded and 3 Ph.D Scholars register under his guidance. Received Best Distinguish Assistant Professor Award by IPA in the year 2021. His area of research includes Pharmacognosy, Pharmacology, Standardization of Herbal Drugs, Biodiversity of plants, Phytochemistry of Plants etc.
Dr. Dipanwita Chaudhuri Sil is an Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Botany at Holy Cross College, Agartala. She holds a Ph.D. in Botany with a specialization in Aerobiology. Her teaching focuses on Plant Taxonomy and Aerobiology. In 2019, Dr. Sil completed a 15-day Refresher Course on 'Science and Technology for Social Development' at the Faculty Development Center of Tripura University, earning an A grade. She also led a year-long research project titled "To survey pollen grains and fungal spores in the atmosphere of Agartala and adjoining areas," funded by the Department of Biotechnology, New Delhi. Dr. Sil has actively participated in various workshops and webinars. Notably, she served as the Organizing Secretary for a workshop on 'Methods of Orchid Cultivation, Botanical Garden Establishment and Herbarium Preparation' held on January 6-7, 2022, at Holy Cross College, Agartala. Additionally, she coordinated an online 'Training and Project Awareness Session' on 'How to Read Scientific Literature' on July 14, 2021, in collaboration with Project MANAV—The Human Atlas Initiative by NCCS, IISER-Pune, and Persistent Systems, funded by the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India. Her research contributions include a publication titled "Pollen fertility, Viability and in vitro germination studies in Mucuna bracteata DC EX Kurz from Tripura," featured in the book "Biological sciences Impacts on Modern civilization, Current and Future Challenges" (ISBN: 978-81-947417-9-4) by New Delhi Publishers in 2020. Dr. Sil is a lifetime member of the East Himalayan Society for Spermatophyte Taxonomy and the Aerobiological Society of India. Her dedication to teaching, research, and active participation in academic events significantly contributes to the advancement of botanical sciences at Holy Cross College and beyond.
Mr. Abhishek Shrivastava working as an Associate Professor in the Department Of pharmacology at Sanjeev Agarwal Global Educational University Bhopal Madhya Pradesh. He graduated in Pharmacy at RKDF College of Pharmacy Bhopal M.P, India. He secured M. Pharm in Pharmacology at SRM College of Pharmacy Chennai , SRM University,Tamilnadu India. He is pursuing Ph.D., in Neuropharmacology at SIRT Pharmacy , Sanjeev Agarwal Global Educational University Bhopal ,India. His main area of interest includes neuro behavioral pharmacology and Aniti diabetes. He has been in the teaching profession for more than 16 years. He has presented research papers in national and international journals conferences and symposiums.He has significantly contributed to the field of pharmaceutical education. His dedication to academic excellence and research continues to inspire students and peers alike.
Dr Pichika Mallikarjuna Rao is a Professor and Dean of Research at Newcastle University, UK (Malaysia Campus, NuMed). He has 35 years of teaching and Research experience, and his field of expertise is Drug Discovery.
Dr Balijepalli Madhu Katyayani is an Associate Professor at MAHSA University in Malaysia. She has 25 years of teaching and research experience and specialises in Ethnopharmacology
