About the Book: 

"Pharmaceutics - I:  A Practical Manual”

Transforming Theory into Practice

Develop essential lab skills and foundational knowledge with this comprehensive manual, featuring:

         ¨ Detailed experiment protocols for pharmaceutics fundamentals

         ¨ Emphasis on underlying principles and scientific concepts

         ¨ Alignment with latest pharmacy curriculum requirements

         ¨ Clear illustrations, safety guidelines, and hands-on learning approach

         ¨ Perfect bridge between theory and practice for aspiring pharmacists

Contents:

1.    Syrups – Introduction

2.    Elixirs - Introduction

3.    Linctuses -Introduction

4.    Solutions - Introduction

5.    Suspensions – Introduction

6.    Emulsions – Introduction

7.    Powders and Granule’s Introduction

8.    Suppositories - Introduction

9.    Semisolids – Introduction

10.    Gargles and Mouthwash’s Introduction

About the Authors:

Siva Krishna Pushadapu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutics at Vignan Pharmacy College, Vadlamudi, Guntur, with over seven years of combined experience in industry and academia. He has made significant contributions to pharmaceutical research, with five papers published in reputed SCI/Scopus/WoS-indexed journals, alongside a book and three book chapters. He holds four patents, including one design patent, and has successfully secured research grants worth 3 lakhs from various funding agencies.He is a life member of various professional bodies, including IPA, IPGA, and APTI. His dedication to scientific excellence has earned him the Junior Scientist Award at the ABAP competitions at SABNIP 2023 and the Best Presentation Award at the prestigious 73rd IPC held at Hitex, Hyderabad in 2024.

Srinivasa Babu Puttagunta, Professor and Principal of Vignan Pharmacy College, Guntur, is a distinguished figure in Pharmaceutical Sciences with over 26 years of impactful work. Under his leadership, Vignan Pharmacy College achieved an A++ NAAC grade, and NBA accreditation, and holds 2(f) and 12(B) UGC status. He's extensive research includes more than 200 publications in high-impact journals, with research grants exceeding 51 lakhs from AICTE, DST, and UBA, along with over 5 lakhs from non-government sources. His contributions include five patents, two authored books, and mentorship to nine Ph.D. scholars.