We are delighted to announce the release of Text Book of Medicinal Chemistry – I, a carefully crafted academic resource tailored to meet the PCI-regulated syllabus for second-year B. Pharm students in their 4th semester. This book stands as a comprehensive and student-friendly guide to one of the most critical areas in pharmaceutical education—medicinal chemistry.
Medicinal chemistry, a discipline that lies at the intersection of chemistry, biology, and pharmacology, plays a foundational role in the discovery, development, and optimization of drug molecules. With this book, students will gain a clear understanding of drug action, drug design strategies, chemical properties of pharmaceutical agents, and therapeutic categories. The content is written in a lucid style, ensuring even complex topics become approachable and understandable.
What sets this book apart is its structured format that aligns precisely with PCI guidelines, making it an indispensable academic tool for pharmacy students and educators alike. From theoretical foundations to practical applications, this textbook is designed to foster clarity and conceptual excellence in the classroom and beyond.
About the Authors:
- Miss. Devata Haridas Shinde currently serves as a lecturer at Shriram Shikshan Sanstha College of Pharmacy, Paniv, Solapur, Maharashtra. With an M. Pharm in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from Sahyadri College of Pharmacy, she brings valuable insight and academic rigour to this book. Her scholarly work includes publications in Scopus-indexed journals, along with active participation in seminars and faculty development programs.
- Miss. Punam Nivrutti Bandgar, a lecturer at Sahyadri College of Pharmacy, Methwade, Sangola, holds both B. Pharm and M. Pharm degrees in Pharmaceutical Chemistry. With two years of teaching experience, she has contributed to various journals like IJPS and IJPPR and participated in numerous national and international academic events.
- Miss. More Amruta Dharmaraj is an Assistant Professor at Dalit Mitra Kadam Guruji College of Pharmacy, Mangalweda. With three years of teaching experience, she brings a practical approach to medicinal chemistry. Her academic contributions include publications in UPS and IJPPR journals, along with cracking the Swayam exam in Industrial Pharmacy.
- Miss. Revati Khandu Kadam, currently an Assistant Professor in Pharmacognosy at Sahyadri College of Pharmacy, holds extensive teaching experience of over 4.5 years. With M. Pharm in Pharmacognosy from MGV’s Pharmacy College, Nashik, she adds depth to this collaborative work through her research and academic achievements.
This textbook is more than just an academic requirement—it is a knowledge partner for students embarking on a professional journey in pharmaceutical sciences. It reflects the combined experience, dedication, and academic excellence of its authors.
Stay tuned and grab your copy to strengthen your foundation in medicinal chemistry!