About Book
Text Book of Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms-I is a comprehensive academic resource designed to provide fundamental knowledge of pharmaceutical dosage forms and their formulation principles. The book begins with an introduction to pharmaceutical dosage forms, their classification, selection, routes of administration, and the importance of dosage form design. It explains essential preformulation parameters such as organoleptic properties, solubility, pKa, partition coefficient, dissolution, polymorphism, particle size, surface area, hygroscopicity, density, and flow properties. Basic concepts of drug–excipient compatibility and stability studies are also included. The book provides detailed information on pharmaceutical excipients, including their classification, selection criteria, functions, applications, novel excipients, co-processed excipients, and regulatory aspects. Important excipients such as diluents, binders, disintegrants, lubricants, glidants, sweetening agents, flavouring agents, colouring agents, and preservatives are discussed systematically. The section on powders and granules covers their classification, formulation, preparation methods, evaluation, quality control, packaging, and storage. Various granulation techniques, including wet granulation, dry granulation, and melt granulation, are also described. The tablet chapter explains tablet formulation, manufacturing methods, compression equipment, common defects, remedies, coating techniques, evaluation, and packaging. Sugar coating, film coating, and enteric coating are presented in a simple and understandable manner. The capsule section provides knowledge of hard and soft gelatin capsules, capsule shell composition, filling methods, manufacturing, evaluation, quality control, packaging, and storage. An introduction to modified-release solid dosage forms is also included to familiarize students with advanced formulation concepts. The contents are arranged in a logical and student-friendly manner, making complex pharmaceutical concepts easier to understand. This book is useful for undergraduate pharmacy students, teachers, researchers, and professionals seeking a strong foundation in pharmaceutical formulation and dosage form technology.
About Author
Dr. Prithu Pathak is a Professor in the field of Pharmaceutics with a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences. Dr. Pathak has extensive experience in teaching, research, and academic administration, with research interests encompassing novel drug delivery systems, pharmaceutical technology, biodegradable microneedles, and pharmacy education. Dr. Pathak has authored a Springer book, published numerous research articles in Scopus-indexed journals, and contributed book chapters in national and international publications. Dr. Pathak is committed to advancing pharmaceutical research, innovation, and quality education through interdisciplinary collaboration and scholarly excellence.
Dr. Narendra Sharma is a distinguished Professor of Pharmacy with more than 13 years of teaching, research, and academic experience. He holds a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences and an M.Pharm degree in Pharmaceutics. His major research interests include Pharmaceutics, Novel Drug Delivery Systems, Herbal Formulations, Nanotechnology, and Artificial Intelligence in Pharmaceutical Sciences. He has published more than 20 research and review articles in reputed scientific journals. Dr. Sharma also holds two granted Design Patents, reflecting his contribution to innovation and intellectual property. He has been honored with the Research Excellence Award 2024 and the IPGA Young Teacher Award 2024 for his achievements in pharmaceutical education and research.
Dr. Pushpendra Kumar Saini is a Professor, Jaipur School of Pharmacy, Maharaj Vinayak Global University, Jaipur, with over 14 years of academic and research experience in pharmaceutical sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences and has research expertise in pharmaceutical formulation, drug delivery systems, nanomedicine, herbal formulations, and pharmaceutical technology. His research contributions include numerous research and review publications, patents, and academic books/chapters in pharmaceutical sciences.
Mr. Milan Nandi is an Assistant Professor at Usha Martin University, specializing in Pharmaceutics. He is currently pursuing Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University) and holds an M. Pharm. in Pharmaceutics and a B. Pharm. from Bengal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research. He has academic experience at Usha Martin University, RKDF University Ranchi, and Florence College of Pharmacy, along with industrial experience as a Senior Executive at Cipla, Sikkim. His professional interests include Pharmaceutics, drug delivery, and nanotechnology, with experience in PCI coordination, academic administration, research, and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Kritika Modak is an Assistant Professor specializing in Pharmaceutics. She completed her B. Pharm in 2020 and M. Pharm in Pharmaceutics in 2023 from Bengal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research and is currently pursuing Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University). She has industry experience in Quality Assurance in Cipla, Sikkim, and academic experience as an Assistant Professor at Jharkhand Rai University. Her areas of expertise include Pharmaceutics, teaching, pharmaceutical research, laboratory management, and academic coordination.
