About Book
General Pharmacy forms the cornerstone of pharmaceutical education, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, practices, and professional responsibilities that underpin the pharmacy profession. As the first subject encountered by pharmacy students, it establishes the essential foundation for advanced studies in pharmaceutics, pharmacology, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacognosy, and pharmacy practice. This textbook has been prepared in accordance with the latest Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) curriculum and is designed to meet the academic requirements of Diploma and Undergraduate Pharmacy students. The contents have been systematically organized to present fundamental concepts in a clear, logical, and student-friendly manner. Topics such as the history and scope of pharmacy, prescription handling, pharmaceutical calculations, dosage forms, routes of drug administration, packaging, labeling, storage of medicines, pharmaceutical legislation, ethics, patient counselling, and community pharmacy practice have been explained with clarity and supported by numerous tables, flowcharts, illustrations, case studies, and practical examples.
About Author
Ms. Priyanka Abaso Thorat is currently working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutics at Shree Santkrupa College of Pharmacy, Ghogaon. She has over 6 years of academic experience in the field of pharmaceutical education and research. She completed her M. Pharm degree from Shree Santkrupa College of Pharmacy, Ghogaon. Her academic and scholarly contributions include the publication of research papers in various national and international journals. She has also contributed to book publications. Her major area of research interest is Novel Drug Delivery Systems. She is life member of the Association of Pharmacy Teachers of India (APTI) and actively participates in academic and professional activities related to pharmaceutical sciences.*Position 2-
Dr. Heera Battu is an accomplished academician, researcher, and author in the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences, presently serving as Assistant Professor at Adikavi Nannaya University. With over 13 years of Teaching and Research experience, Dr. Battu has made significant contributions in the areas of novel drug delivery systems, Transdermal formulations, Nanoparticles, Microemulsions, and Liposomes. He has authored numerous Research Publications in reputed national and international journals, published book chapters, and holds several patents in pharmaceutical and healthcare innovations. Dr. Battu is a recipient of prestigious awards including Best Teacher Awards and Young Researcher recognitions, Dr. Battu is widely appreciated for his dedication to academic excellence, research innovation, and student mentorship. His commitment towards advancing pharmaceutical education and research continues to inspire young researchers and healthcare professionals.
Dr Brajesh Kumar Arjariya is Currently working as a Professor in Malhotra college of Pharmacy, Badwai, Near Karond, Bhopal(MP) affiliated from RGPV University Gandhinagar Bhopal (MP) . He has a rich experience of 15 Years in teaching of B.Pharmacy and M.Pharmacy students. He has guided many students of M.Pharmacy at research level. He has more than 30 research publications in many reputed journals , 4 Indian Patent and 2 UK Design Patent. He is an author of the textbook Social and Preventive Pharmacy, as per PCI Syllabus.
Swati Siddheshwar Londhe is a Ph.D. research scholar in Pharmaceutics with over 10 years of experience in teaching and research since January 2016. She is currently working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutics at ASPM’s K. T. Patil College of Pharmacy, Osmanabad. She holds M.Pharm and B.Pharm degrees and has qualified GPAT, reflecting her strong academic foundation in pharmaceutical sciences. She has made notable contributions to the field through 13 research and review publications in reputed national and international journals, along with authorship of 2 e-books. She has actively participated in various international conferences, faculty development programs (FDPs), short-term training programs, and numerous webinars, demonstrating her commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with recent advancements in the pharmaceutical field. Her areas of interest include pharmaceutical formulation development and herbal drug delivery systems. She is dedicated to research, teaching, and contributing to innovative advancements in pharmaceutical sciences.
Mrs. Rai Shalini D is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutics at Saraswati Institute of Pharmacy, Kurtadi, near Waranga Phata, Nanded–Hadgaon Road, Taluka Kalamnuri, District Hingoli – 431601, Maharashtra, India. She holds a Master of Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics) along with a Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm), Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), and a Diploma in Yoga, reflecting her multidisciplinary academic background and commitment to healthcare education. She possesses over five years of teaching experience in pharmaceutics, where she has been actively involved in educating undergraduate pharmacy students in areas such as pharmaceutical technology, formulation development, novel drug delivery systems, and dosage form design. Prior to her academic career, she gained one year of industrial experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing and quality assurance, providing her with valuable practical insights into industrial pharmacy practices. In addition, Ms. Rai has eight years of professional experience as a registered pharmacist, contributing to patient care and pharmaceutical services. She actively mentors undergraduate students by guiding research projects and encouraging innovation, critical thinking, and practical problem-solving skills. Her research interests encompass pharmaceutics, formulation science, drug delivery systems, and pharmaceutical technology. She is the holder of two pharmacy-related patents and has authored and co-authored eight research and review articles published in reputed national and international journals. She has also presented scientific papers and posters at various academic forums and has participated in numerous national and international conferences, seminars, workshops, and Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs), demonstrating her continued commitment to academic excellence, research, and professional development.
