About Book
The Text Book of Medicinal Chemistry – II is a well-structured and comprehensive resource designed to provide an in-depth understanding of the chemical and pharmacological aspects of therapeutically important drugs. The book systematically covers major drug classes including antihistaminic agents, antineoplastic agents, anti-anginal drugs, diuretics, antihypertensive agents, anti-arrhythmic drugs, anti-hyperlipidemic agents, coagulants and anticoagulants, drugs used in congestive heart failure, endocrine drugs, antidiabetic agents, and local anesthetics. Each chapter begins with clear definitions, classification, and detailed mechanisms of action, followed by a thorough discussion of individual drugs with emphasis on chemical structure, structure–activity relationship, metabolism, and therapeutic relevance. Special attention is given to clinically important agents such as proton pump inhibitors, calcium channel blockers, anticancer drugs, steroid hormones, oral hypoglycemics, and local anesthetics. The inclusion of stereochemistry, nomenclature, and metabolic pathways enhances conceptual clarity for students. The content is presented in a logical, examination-oriented manner, making complex medicinal chemistry concepts easy to understand. Overall, this textbook effectively bridges chemistry with pharmacological action and clinical use, serving as an essential learning tool for pharmacy students and a valuable reference for teachers and professionals in medicinal chemistry.
About Author
Dr. Rajat Vaishnav is an Approved Technical Person from F&D Gujarat having experience of about 5 years in industries like IPCA Laboratories, Ratlam and Torrent Pharmaceuticals, Mehsana, North Gujarat. He has about 20 Years experience in teaching at Undergraduate and postgraduate level in Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Analysis and Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance. He is specialized in Quality Assurance of Herbal and Auyrvedic medicines
Mithilesh K. Narware is an accomplished academician and pharmaceutical professional with over fourteen years of experience in teaching and industry. He holds an M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences. Presently, he serves as Associate Professor at Kailash Narayan Patel College of Pharmacy, Bhopal, affiliated with RGPV University. His expertise spans academic administration, PCI and RGPV documentation, examination conduct, and student career counseling. He has also gained valuable industrial experience as an IPQA Officer in the pharmaceutical sector. His research interests include analytical method development, particularly RP-HPLC and UV spectrophotometric estimation of pharmaceutical formulations.
Racha Umadevi is an Associate Professor at Geethanjali College of Pharmacy, Cheeryala, Keesara, Hyderabad, Telangana. She is a highly respected academician and researcher, have over 14 years of experience in teaching. She published 8 research papers in various reputed national and international journals. Also, Practical Text book of medicinal chemistry, during her teaching, she has guided more than 6 PG students, more than 30 UG Students. She is a life member of Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI), Indian Pharmaceutical Association (IPA).
Prof (Dr) Afroze Alam is a rewound academician, researcher and developer of various institutions in Northen region. He is having more than 20 years of experience in teaching and research field.
Professor Alam is specialized in Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, natural products, and Computer Aided Drug Design. Prof (Dr) Afroze published more than sixty scientific papers in reputed National and International Journal. Professor Alam is having five patents in his credential. Prof (Dr) Alam guided more than fifty M. Pharm students and supervised Five (5) PhD Candidates as of now. He edited Five books at B. Pharm and M. Pharm level and continuing valuable contributions to this field.
Prof. (Dr.) Bhoomika is a distinguished academician and researcher, currently serving as Professor in the Department of Life Sciences at the School of Biosciences & Technology, Galgotias University. She earned her PhD in 2013 from Banaras Hindu University, following an M.Sc. in Biochemistry and a B.Sc. in Zoology, Botany, and Chemistry from Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University. She qualified CSIR–UGC NET, GATE, and has been the recipient of prestigious fellowships including DST-SERB National Postdoctoral Fellowship, JRF, SRF, and UGC Research Fellowship. Her research expertise lies in crop physiology and biochemistry, supported by nearly nineteen years of experience in premier research laboratories such as NIPGR, IARI, JNU, BHU, and DIPAS–DRDO. Prof. Bhoomika has published extensively in reputed national and international journals and conferences, and her research portfolio includes several patents. With over twelve years of teaching experience, she has taught a wide spectrum of courses to undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral students. She is also the author and editor of multiple textbooks, reflecting her commitment to academic scholarship. Actively engaged in professional development, she regularly participates in training programs and refresher courses. Through her research, teaching, and mentorship, Prof. (Dr.) Bhoomika continues to make impactful contributions to biosciences and higher education.
Miss Prity Mondal a focused on Pharmacology and Medicinal Chemistry, the author has three years of academic and Research experience. At present, she serves as an Assistant Professor at the International Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research in Kalyani, Nadia. She achieved success in the GPAT, CUET, OJEE, and WBPGET, among other national competitive exams. Her research has been published in renowned Springer journals. She has demonstrated her dedication to academic and research excellence by actively participating in international conferences and attending numerous seminars on drug discovery.
