About the Book:

Dive into the intricate world of pharmaceuticals with "Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics." This comprehensive guide unravels the mysteries of drug efficacy by exploring the fundamental principles of biopharmaceutics and pharmacokinetics. From understanding the influence of biological and physiochemical factors on drug performance to delving into drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion, this book offers a detailed insight into the core concepts shaping the field.

With a focus on practical applications, "Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics" equips readers with the knowledge needed for drug design, product development, and therapeutic drug monitoring. Through the presentation of mathematical equations, real-world case studies, and practice problems, this book bridges the gap between theory and practice, making complex concepts accessible to all.

Embark on a journey through the second edition, which delves deeper into the application of principles in formulation development, bioequivalence studies, in-vitro dissolution testing, and biostatistics. Packed with valuable insights and equipped with a question bank for self-assessment, this edition is a must-have for students and professionals seeking to master the intricacies of biopharmaceutics and pharmacokinetics.

Contents:

1.    Introduction to Biopharmaceutics 

2.    Absorption of Drugs from Gastrointestinal Tract 

3.    Drug Distribution 

4.    Drug Elimination 

5.    Pharmacokinetics: Basic Concepts 

6.    One Compartment Open Model 

7.    Multi-Compartment Models 

8.    Multiple-Dose Regimens 

9.    Non-linear Pharmacokinetics 

10. Non-compartmental Pharmacokinetics 

11. Bioavailability and Bioequivalence

12. Biostatistics

13. In-vitro Dissolution Testing

About the Author: 

V. Venkateswarlu is presently working as Senior Director, Dr. Reddys's Laboratories Ltd. Hyderabad. Currently he is heading Biostudies and Europe product development teams of Dr. Reddy's Laboratories. He worked as an Associate Professor, University College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Kakatiya University, Warangal before joining in industry. He did M. Pharm., from Birla Institute of Technology, Ranchi and PhD from Kakatiya University, Warangal. He also got Post-Doctoral Fellowship from University of Georgia Athens USA. He has 27 years of teaching experience including 12 years postgraduate teaching, besides 13 years of research experience.