Description
Pharmacognosy – Diploma in Pharmacy (As per PCI Syllabus ER 2020) is a well-structured and comprehensive textbook designed specially for D.Pharm students following the latest Pharmacy Council of India curriculum. The book provides an in-depth understanding of medicinal plants, crude drugs, phytochemicals, and natural sources used in traditional and modern medicine.
It covers the fundamental principles of pharmacognosy, techniques of extraction, identification of plant constituents, evaluation of crude drugs, and their applications in pharmaceutical formulations. Written in a clear, student-friendly manner, it combines theoretical explanations with diagrams, illustrations, and real-life examples, making complex topics easier to understand.
The authors—experienced academicians and researchers—bring decades of expertise in natural product chemistry, drug development, quality assurance, and pharmaceutical sciences. This book serves as an essential guide for learning, exam preparation, and practical understanding of natural drug sources used in pharmacy.
Key Features
As per PCI Syllabus ER 2020 for Diploma in Pharmacy
Covers fundamental and advanced concepts of pharmacognosy
Includes herbal sources, crude drugs, phytoconstituents, extraction & evaluation techniques
High-quality diagrams, illustrations, and plant images
Written by renowned professors and researchers
Student-friendly explanation with exam-oriented structure
Useful for theory, viva, practical classes, and competitive exams
Updated research insights and modern applications of herbal drugs
Author Information
Prof. Alok Mukerjee
More than 29 years of teaching & research experience
Professor & Principal at Institute of Pharmacy, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
Expertise in pharmaceutical sciences, drug development, and academic leadership
Published numerous national & international papers, books, and supervised multiple PhD scholars
Served as speaker, coordinator, and member of scientific committees
Dr. Anju Goyal
Professor & Head, Department of Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance, B.N University, Rajasthan
Over 26 years of academic & research experience
Published more than 150 research articles
Guided several M.Pharm and PhD students
Active researcher in herbal drug standardization
Prof. (Dr.) Asheesh Kumar Singh
Professor & Director, Buddha Institute of Pharmacy, GIDA, Gorakhpur
22+ years of teaching and research experience
Published numerous articles in national and international journals
Expertise in pharmacognosy and herbal drug research
Dr. Padmini Shukla
Faculty at Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences
19+ years of experience in pharmacy education
Published research papers, guided academic projects
Expertise in quality control, pharmacognostical evaluation, and herbal drug formulation
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