About Book
Textbook of Industrial Pharmacy–I is a comprehensive academic resource designed to provide in-depth knowledge of the principles, formulation, manufacturing, and evaluation of various pharmaceutical dosage forms. The book begins with preformulation studies, highlighting the importance of understanding the physicochemical and chemical properties of drug substances, along with BCS classification and its applications in the development of solid, liquid, and parenteral dosage forms. It then provides detailed coverage of tablets, including their classification, formulation, excipients, granulation methods, compression issues, tooling, coating techniques, and quality control testing. The section on liquid orals explains formulation and manufacturing considerations for syrups, elixirs, suspensions, and emulsions, alongside packaging, filling, and evaluation methods. The book also focuses on capsules, describing the production and filling of hard and soft gelatin capsules, their unique formulation challenges, defects, quality control, stability testing, and applications. A dedicated section on pellets explains formulation requirements, pelletization processes, and equipment used in their manufacture.
The book further explores parenteral products, covering their types, advantages, limitations, vehicles, additives, isotonicity, aseptic processing, formulation of injections, sterile powders, large volume parenterals, lyophilized products, and quality control measures. It also emphasizes ophthalmic preparations, discussing formulation and preparation of eye drops, ointments, and lotions, along with labeling, containers, and evaluation. A special section on cosmetics provides insights into the formulation and preparation of lipsticks, shampoos, creams, toothpastes, hair dyes, and sunscreens. The text explains pharmaceutical aerosols, including propellants, containers, valves, formulation methods, manufacturing, evaluation, stability, and quality control. Finally, the book concludes with packaging material science, focusing on types of materials, selection factors, legal and official requirements, stability considerations, and quality control testing.
About Author
Dr. Hiranmoy Parya is an Associate Professor at the Calcutta Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology and AHS, Banitabla, Uluberia, Howrah, with over 22 years of teaching experience. He has published 20 research papers in reputed national and international journals, reflecting his active contribution to pharmaceutical sciences. He obtained his Bachelor of Pharmacy from the Roland Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Berhampur (Odisha) and his Master of Pharmacy from K. M. College of Pharmacy, Madurai (Tamil Nadu). Currently, he is pursuing his Ph.D. at Techno University, Salt Lake Campus, West Bengal. With his strong academic background, research expertise, and commitment to teaching, Dr. Parya continues to inspire students and contribute significantly to the advancement of pharmacy education and research.
Dr. Banhishikha Kar, Associate Professor of Calcutta Institute of pharmaceutical technology and AHS holds a B.Pharm and M.Pharm from the Calcutta Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology and AHS, with nine years of academic and professional experience in the field of Pharmaceutics. Throughout her career, she has made significant contributions to pharmaceutical research and education, with 18 research papers published in reputed journals. Dr. Kar has actively participated in academic forums, workshops, and conferences, reflecting her dedication to advancing pharmaceutical sciences. Her research interests lie in [insert specialization, e.g., nanotechnology-based drug delivery systems], through which she endeavors to promote innovation and practical applications in drug development.
Mr. Somnath Nandi is a Assistant Professor at Calcutta Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology & AHS located in Howrah West Bengal. He has around 15 years teaching experience in the department of Pharmaceutica. He has complicated his B Pharm from Sri Joydev College of Pharmaceutical Sciences Bhubaneswar orisha & complicated M Pharm from Adamas university Kolkata. He has published more than 12 paper in different national & international journal.He is a life member like APTI & other's professional body in the Pharmaceutical education.
Mr. Himadri Santra is an Assistant Professor at the Calcutta Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology and AHS, Banitabla, Uluberia, Howrah. He has 19 years of extensive teaching experience and has published 5 research papers in reputed national journals. He completed his Bachelor of Pharmacy from Seemanta Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Jharpokharia, Mayurbhanj (Odisha) and pursued his Master of Pharmacy from Adamas University, Barasat, Kolkata. With his strong academic foundation and long-standing teaching career, he has contributed significantly to the growth of pharmaceutical education. His research interests reflect his dedication to the advancement of the discipline. Mr. Santra continues to guide and inspire students with his knowledge, experience, and commitment to the profession.
