Pharmaceutics-I

1. Introduction to Pharmaceutics: An overview of the pharmaceutical industry, its history, and its role in healthcare.
2. Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms: Different dosage forms, including tablets, capsules, liquids, creams, ointments, and suppositories. Students learn about their composition, preparation methods, and therapeutic uses.
3. Pharmaceutical Excipients: The various ingredients used in pharmaceutical formulations, including binders, fillers, disintegrants, lubricants, and preservatives.
4. Physical Pharmacy: The principles of physical chemistry as applied to pharmaceutical systems, including solubility, partitioning, and drug stability.
5. Drug Delivery Systems: An overview of various drug delivery systems, including immediate release, sustained release, and controlled release formulations.
6. Solid Dosage Forms: In-depth study of solid dosage forms like tablets and capsules, including formulation, granulation, compression, and coating techniques.
7. Liquid Dosage Forms: Formulation, preparation, and evaluation of liquid pharmaceuticals, such as syrups, solutions, and suspensions.
8. Semisolid Dosage Forms: Topics related to semisolid dosage forms like creams, ointments, gels, and suppositories.
9. Pharmaceutical Calculations: Mathematical calculations related to compounding, dosing, and drug preparation.
10. Quality Control and Quality Assurance: Principles and practices related to ensuring the quality and safety of pharmaceutical products, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory requirements.
11. Drug Stability and Packaging: Factors affecting the stability of pharmaceutical products and the importance of proper packaging to maintain drug integrity.
12. Pharmaceutical Compounding: The art and science of preparing customized medications based on a patient’s specific needs.

Pharmaceutics-I is a crucial course for pharmacy students as it forms the basis for their understanding of drug development and manufacturing processes. It also provides the knowledge and skills necessary for pharmacists to compound and dispense medications accurately and safely. This foundational knowledge is essential for a successful career in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences.