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D Pharm New Syllabus 2021
(PCI) Pharmacy Council of India Has announced syllabus change notice on 23 Sep 2021. PCI announced New syllabus for D.Pharm 1st & 2nd Year for all D.Pharmacy colleges in India Same Syllabus
D Pharm 1st year subjects
- Pharmaceutics –Theory
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry – Theory
- Pharmacognosy –Theory
- Human Anatomy & Physiology –Theory
- Social Pharmacy –Theory
Practical Subjects
- Pharmaceutics –Practical
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry –Practical
- Pharmacognosy –Practical
- Human Anatomy & Physiology –Practical
- Social Pharmacy –Practical
Pharmaceutics I Syllabus
PHARMACEUTICS – THEORY
Scope:
This course is designed to impart basic knowledge and skills on the art and
science of formulating and dispensing different pharmaceutical dosage forms
Course Objectives: This course will discuss the following aspects of pharmaceutical
dosage forms
- Basic concepts, types and need
- Advantages and disadvantages, methods of preparation / formulation
- Packaging and labelling requirements
- Basic quality control tests, concepts of quality assurance and good
manufacturing practices
Course Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, the students will be
able to
- Describe about the different dosage forms and their formulation aspects
- Explain the advantages, disadvantages, and quality control tests of different
dosage forms - Discuss the importance of quality assurance and good manufacturing
practices
Theory Syllabus
D Pharm 1st year pharmaceutics syllabus
Chapter | Topic | Hours |
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1 | * History of the profession of Pharmacy in India in relation to Pharmacy education, industry, pharmacy practice, and various professional associations. * Pharmacy as a career * Pharmacopoeia: Introduction to IP, BP, USP, NF and Extra Pharmacopoeia. Salient features of Indian Pharmacopoeia | 7 |
2 | Packaging materials: Types, selection criteria, advantages and disadvantages of glass, plastic, metal, rubber as packaging materials | 5 |
3 | Pharmaceutical aids: Organoleptic (Colouring, flavouring, and sweetening) agents Preservatives: Definition, types with examples and uses | 3 |
4 | 1 Unit operations: Definition, objectives/applications, principles, construction, and workings of: 2 Size reduction: hammer mill and ball mill 3 Size separation: Classification of powders according to IP, Cyclone separator, Sieves and standards of sieves 4 Mixing: Double cone blender, Turbine mixer, Triple roller mill and Silverson mixer homogenizer 5 Filtration: Theory of filtration, membrane filter and sintered glass filter 6 Drying: working of fluidized bed dryer and process of freeze drying 7 Extraction: Definition, Classification, method, and applications | 9 |
5 | Tablets – coated and uncoated, various modified tablets (sustained release, extended-release, fast dissolving, multilayered, etc.) Capsules – hard and soft gelatine capsules Liquid oral preparations – solution, syrup, elixir, emulsion, suspension, dry powder for reconstitution Topical preparations – ointments, creams, pastes, gels, liniments and lotions, suppositories, and pessaries Nasal preparations, Ear preparations Powders and granules – Insufflations, dusting powders, effervescent powders, and effervescent granules Sterile formulations – Injectables, eye drops and eye ointments Immunological products: Sera, vaccines, toxoids, and their manufacturing methods | 36 |
6 | Basic structure, layout, sections, and activities of pharmaceutical manufacturing plants Quality control and quality assurance: Definition and concepts of quality control and quality assurance, current good manufacturing practice (cGMP), Introduction to the concept of calibration and validation | 5 |
7 | Novel drug delivery systems: Introduction, Classification with examples, advantages, and challenges | 5 |
PRACTICAL Syllabus
D Pharm 1st year Pharmaceutics Practical Syllabus
- Handling and referring the official references: Pharmacopoeias, Formularies, etc.
for retrieving formulas, procedures, etc. - Formulation of the following dosage forms as per monograph standards and dispensing with appropriate packaging and labelling
- Liquid Oral: Simple syrup, Piperazine citrate elixir, Aqueous Iodine solution
- Emulsion: Castor oil emulsion, Cod liver oil emulsion
- Suspension: Calamine lotion, Magnesium hydroxide mixture
- Ointment: Simple ointment base, Sulphur ointment
- Cream: Cetrimide cream
- Gel: Sodium alginate gel
- Liniment: Turpentine liniment, White liniment BPC
- Dry powder: Effervescent powder granules, Dusting powder
- Sterile Injection: Normal Saline, Calcium gluconate Injection
- Hard Gelatine Capsule: Tetracycline capsules
- Tablet: Paracetamol tablets
- Formulation of at least five commonly used cosmetic preparations – e.g. cold cream, shampoo, lotion, toothpaste etc
- Demonstration on various stages of tablet manufacturing processes
- Handling and referring the official references: Pharmacopoeias, Formularies, etc.
for retrieving formulas, procedures, etc. - Formulation of the following dosage forms as per monograph standards and dispensing with appropriate packaging and labelling
- Liquid Oral: Simple syrup, Piperazine citrate elixir, Aqueous Iodine solution
- Emulsion: Castor oil emulsion, Cod liver oil emulsion
- Suspension: Calamine lotion, Magnesium hydroxide mixture
- Ointment: Simple ointment base, Sulphur ointment
- Cream: Cetrimide cream
- Gel: Sodium alginate gel
- Liniment: Turpentine liniment, White liniment BPC
- Dry powder: Effervescent powder granules, Dusting powder
- Sterile Injection: Normal Saline, Calcium gluconate Injection
- Hard Gelatine Capsule: Tetracycline capsules
- Tablet: Paracetamol tablets
- Formulation of at least five commonly used cosmetic preparations – e.g. cold cream, shampoo, lotion, toothpaste etc
- Demonstration on various stages of tablet manufacturing processes
- Handling and referring the official references: Pharmacopoeias, Formularies, etc.
for retrieving formulas, procedures, etc. - Formulation of the following dosage forms as per monograph standards and dispensing with appropriate packaging and labelling
- Liquid Oral: Simple syrup, Piperazine citrate elixir, Aqueous Iodine solution
- Emulsion: Castor oil emulsion, Cod liver oil emulsion
- Suspension: Calamine lotion, Magnesium hydroxide mixture
- Ointment: Simple ointment base, Sulphur ointment
- Cream: Cetrimide cream
- Gel: Sodium alginate gel
- Liniment: Turpentine liniment, White liniment BPC
- Dry powder: Effervescent powder granules, Dusting powder
- Sterile Injection: Normal Saline, Calcium gluconate Injection
- Hard Gelatine Capsule: Tetracycline capsules
- Tablet: Paracetamol tablets
- Formulation of at least five commonly used cosmetic preparations – e.g. cold cream, shampoo, lotion, toothpaste etc
- Demonstration on various stages of tablet manufacturing processes
- Appropriate methods of usage and storage of all dosage forms including special dosage such as different types of inhalers, spacers, insulin pens
- Demonstration of quality control tests and evaluation of common dosage forms viz. tablets, capsules, emulsion, sterile injections as per the monographs
PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY
Theory Syllabus
D Pharm 1st year Chemistry syllabus
Chapter | Topic | Hours |
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1 | Introduction to Pharmaceutical chemistry: Scope and objectives Sources and types of errors: Accuracy, precision, significant figures Impurities in Pharmaceuticals: Source and effect of impurities in Pharmacopoeial substances, importance of limit test, Principle and procedures of Limit tests for chlorides, sulphates, iron, heavy metals and arsenic. | 8 |
2 | Volumetric analysis: Fundamentals of volumetric analysis, Acid-base titration, non-aqueous titration, precipitation titration, complexometric titration, redox titration Gravimetric analysis: Principle and method. | 8 |
3 | Inorganic Pharmaceuticals: Pharmaceutical formulations, market preparations, storage conditions and uses of a. Haematinics: Ferrous sulphate, Ferrous fumarate, Ferric ammonium citrate, Ferrous ascorbate, Carbonyl iron b. Gastro-intestinal Agents: Antacids :Aluminium hydroxide gel, Magnesium hydroxide, Magaldrate, Sodium bicarbonate, Calcium Carbonate, Acidifying agents, Adsorbents, Protectives, Cathartics c. Topical agents: Silver Nitrate, Ionic Silver, Chlorhexidine Gluconate, Hydrogen peroxide, Boric acid, Bleaching powder, Potassium permanganate d. Dental products: Calcium carbonate, Sodium fluoride, Denture cleaners, Denture adhesives, Mouth washes e. Medicinal gases: Carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide, oxygen | 7 |
4 | Introduction to nomenclature of organic chemical systems with particular reference to heterocyclic compounds containing up to Three rings | 2 |
5 | Drugs Acting on Central Nervous System Anaesthetics: Thiopental Sodium*, Ketamine Hydrochloride*, Propofol Sedatives and Hypnotics: Diazepam*, Alprazolam*, Nitrazepam, Phenobarbital* Antipsychotics: Chlorpromazine Hydrochloride*, Haloperidol*, Risperidone*, Sulpiride*, Olanzapine, Quetiapine, Lurasidone Anticonvulsants: Phenytoin*, Carbamazepine*, Clonazepam, Valproic Acid, Gabapentin*, Topiramate, Vigabatrin, Lamotrigine Anti-Depressants: Amitriptyline Hydrochloride*, Imipramine Hydrochloride*, Fluoxetine*, Venlafaxine, Duloxetine, Sertraline, Citalopram, Escitalopram, Fluvoxamine, Paroxetine | 9 |
6 | Drugs Acting on Autonomic Nervous System Sympathomimetic Agents: Direct Acting: Nor-Epinephrine*, Epinephrine, Phenylephrine Dopamine*, Terbutaline, Salbutamol (Albuterol), Naphazoline*, Tetrahydrozoline. Indirect Acting Agents: Hydroxy Amphetamine, Pseudoephedrine. Agents With Mixed Mechanism: Ephedrine, Metaramino Adrenergic Antagonists: Alpha Adrenergic Blockers: Tolazoline, Phentolamine Phenoxybenzamine, Prazosin. Beta Adrenergic Blockers: Propranolol, Atenolol, Carvedilol Cholinergic Drugs and Related Agents: Direct Acting Agents: Acetylcholine*, Carbachol, And Pilocarpine. Cholinesterase Inhibitors: Neostigmine*, Edrophonium Chloride, Tacrine Hydrochloride, Pralidoxime Chloride, Echothiopate Iodide Cholinergic Blocking Agents: Atropine Sulphate*, Ipratropium Bromide Synthetic Cholinergic Blocking Agents: Tropicamide, Cyclopentolate Hydrochloride, Clidinium Bromide, Dicyclomine Hydrochloride* | 9 |
7 | Drugs Acting on Cardiovascular System Anti-Arrhythmic Drugs: Quinidine Sulphate, Procainamide Hydrochloride, Verapamil, Phenytoin Sodium*, Lidocaine Hydrochloride, Lorcainide Hydrochloride, Amiodarone and Sotalol Anti-Hypertensive Agents: Propranolol, Captopril, Ramipril, Methyldopate Hydrochloride, Clonidine Hydrochloride, Hydralazine Hydrochloride, Nifedipine, Antianginal Agents: Isosorbide Dinitrate | 5 |
8 | Diuretics: Acetazolamide, Frusemide*, Bumetanide, Chlorthalidone, Benzthiazide, Metolazone, Xipamide, Spironolactone | 2 |
9 | Hypoglycemic Agents: Insulin and Its Preparations, Metformin, Glibenclamide, Glimepiride, Pioglitazone ,Repaglinide, Gliflozins, Gliptins | 3 |
10 | Analgesic And Anti-Inflammatory Agents: Morphine Analogues, Narcotic Antagonists; Nonsteroidal Anti- Inflammatory Agents (NSAIDs) – Aspirin, Diclofenac, Ibuprofen, Piroxicam, Celecoxib, Mefenamic Acid, Paracetamol*, Aceclofenac | 3 |
11 | Anti-Infective Agents Antifungal Agents: Amphotericin-B, Griseofulvin, Miconazole, Ketoconazole, Itraconazole, Fluconazole, Naftifine Hydrochloride Urinary Tract Anti-Infective Agents: Norfloxacin, Ciprofloxacin, Ofloxacin*, Moxifloxacin Anti-Tubercular Agents: INH, Ethambutol, Para Amino Salicylic Acid, Pyrazinamide, Rifampicin, Bedaquiline, Delamanid, Pretomanid* Antiviral Agents: Amantadine Hydrochloride, Idoxuridine, Acyclovir*, Foscarnet, Zidovudine, Ribavirin, Remdesivir, Favipiravir Antimalarials: Quinine Sulphate, Chloroquine Phosphate, Primaquine Phosphate, Mefloquine, Cycloguanil, Pyrimethamine, Artemisinin Sulfonamides: Sulfanilamide, Sulfadiazine, Sulfamethoxazole, Sulfacetamide, Mafenide Acetate, Cotrimoxazole, Dapsone | 8 |
12 | Antibiotics: Penicillin G, Amoxicillin, Cloxacillin, Streptomycin, Tetracyclines: Doxycycline, Minocycline, Macrolides: Erythromycin, Azithromycin, Miscellaneous: Chloramphenicol Clindamycin | 8 |
13 | Anti-Neoplastic Agents: Cyclophosphamide, Busulfan, Mercaptopurine, Fluorouracil, Methotrexate, Dactinomycin, Doxorubicin Hydrochloride, Vinblastine Sulphate, Cisplatin*, Dromostanolone Propionate | 3 |
Pharmaceutical Chemistry Practical Syllabus
D Pharm 1st year chemistry practical syllabus
S. No | Experiment |
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1 | Limit test for Chlorides; sulphate; Iron; heavy metals |
2 | Identification tests for Anions and Cations as per Indian Pharmacopoeia |
3 | Fundamentals of Volumetric analysis Preparation of standard solution and standardization of Sodium Hydroxide, Potassium Permanganate |
4 | Assay of the following compounds ● Ferrous sulphate- by redox titration ● Calcium gluconate-by complexometric ● Sodium chloride-by Modified Volhard’s method ● Ascorbic acid by iodometry ● Ibuprofen by alkalimetry |
5 | Fundamentals of preparative organic chemistry Determination of Melting point and boiling point of organic compounds |
6 | Preparation of organic compounds Benzoic acid from Benzamide Picric acid from Phenol |
7 | Identification and test for purity of pharmaceuticals Aspirin, Caffeine, Paracetamol, Sulfanilamide |
8 | Systematic Qualitative analysis experiments (4 substances) |
PHARMACOGNOSY
Scope: This course is designed to impart knowledge on the medicinal uses of various drugs of natural origin. Also, the course emphasizes the fundamental concepts in the evaluation of crude drugs, alternative systems of medicine, nutraceuticals, and herbal cosmetics.
Theory Syllabus
D Pharm 1st year Pharmacognosy theory syllabus
Chapter | Topic | Hours |
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1 | Definition, history, present status and scope of Pharmacognosy | |
2 | Classification of drugs: ● Alphabetical ● Taxonomical ● Morphological ● Pharmacological ● Chemical ● Chemo-taxonomical | |
3 | Quality control of crude drugs: ● Different methods of adulteration of crude drugs ● Evaluation of crude drugs | |
4 | Brief outline of occurrence, distribution, isolation, identification tests, therapeutic activity and pharmaceutical applications of alkaloids, terpenoids, glycosides, volatile oils, tannins and resins. | |
5 | Biological source, chemical constituents and therapeutic efficacy of the following categories of crude drugs. Laxatives = Aloe, Castor oil, Ispaghula, Senna Cardiotonic Digitalis, Arjuna = Carminatives and G.I. regulators Coriander, Fennel, Cardamom, Ginger, Clove, Black Pepper, Asafoetida, Nutmeg, Cinnamon Astringents = Myrobalan, Black Catechu, Pale Catechu Drugs acting on nervous system = Hyoscyamus, Belladonna, Ephedra, Opium, Tea leaves, Coffee seeds, Coca Anti-hypertensive = Rauwolfia Anti-tussive = Vasaka, Tolu Balsam Anti-rheumatics = Colchicum seed Anti-tumour = Vinca, Podophyllum Antidiabetics = Pterocarpus, Gymnema Diuretics = Gokhru, Punarnava Anti-dysenteric = Ipecacuanha Antiseptics and disinfectants = Benzoin, Myrrh, Neem, Turmeric Antimalarials = Cinchona, Artemisia Oxytocic Ergot Vitamins = Cod liver oil, Shark liver oil Enzymes = Papaya, Diastase, Pancreatin, Yeast Pharmaceutical Aids =Kaolin, Lanolin, Beeswax, Acacia, Tragacanth, Sodium alginate, Agar, Guar gum, Gelatine Miscellaneous = Squill, Galls, Ashwagandha, Tulsi, Guggul | |
6 | Plant fibres used as surgical dressings: Cotton, silk, wool and regenerated fibres Sutures – Surgical Catgut and Ligatures | |
7 | ● Basic principles involved in the traditional systems of medicine like: Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homeopathy ● Method of preparation of Ayurvedic formulations like: Arista, Asava, Gutika, Taila, Churna, Lehya and Bhasma | |
8 | Role of medicinal and aromatic plants in national economy and their export potential | |
9 | Herbs as health food: Brief introduction and therapeutic applications of: Nutraceuticals, Antioxidants, Pro-biotics, Pre-biotics, Dietary fibres, Omega-3-fatty acids, Spirulina, Carotenoids, Soya and Garlic | |
10 | Introduction to herbal formulations | |
11 | Herbal cosmetics: Sources, chemical constituents, commercial preparations, therapeutic and cosmetic uses of: Aloe vera gel, Almond oil, Lavender oil, Olive oil, Rosemary oil, Sandal Wood oil | |
12 | Phytochemical investigation of drugs | 2 |
Pharmacognosy Practical Syllabus
D Pharm 1st year Pharmacognosy practical syllabus
- Morphological Identification of the following drugs: Ispaghula, Senna, Coriander, Fennel, Cardamom, Ginger, Nutmeg, Black Pepper, Cinnamon, Clove, Ephedra, Rauwolfia, Gokhru, Punarnava, Cinchona, Agar.
- Gross anatomical studies (Transverse Section) of the following drugs: Ajwain, Datura, Cinnamon, Cinchona, Coriander, Ashwagandha, Liquorice, Clove, Curcuma, Nux vomica, Vasaka
- Physical and chemical tests for evaluation of any FIVE of the following drugs: Asafoetida, Benzoin, Pale catechu, Black catechu, Castor oil, Acacia, Tragacanth, Agar, Guar gum, Gelatine.
Human Anatomy And Physiology
D Pharm 1st year HAP new syllabus
Scope: This course is designed to impart basic knowledge on the structure and
functions of the human body. It helps in understanding both homeostasis
mechanisms and homeostatic imbalances of various systems of the human body.
Theory Syllabus
Chapter | Topic | Hours |
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1 | Scope of Anatomy and Physiology Definition of various terminologies | 2 |
2 | Structure of Cell: Components and its functions | 2 |
3 | Tissues of the human body: Epithelial, Connective, Muscular and Nervous tissues – their sub-types and characteristics. | 4 |
4 | Osseous system: structure and functions of bones of axial and appendicular skeleton Classification, types and movements of joints, disorders of joints | 6 |
5 | Haemopoietic system ● Composition and functions of blood ● Process of Hemopoiesis ● Characteristics and functions of RBCs, WBCs, and platelets ● Mechanism of Blood Clotting ● Importance of Blood groups | 8 |
6 | Lymphatic system ● Lymph and lymphatic system, composition, function and its formation. ● Structure and functions of spleen and lymph node. | 3 |
7 | Cardiovascular system ● Anatomy and Physiology of heart ● Blood vessels and circulation (Pulmonary, coronary and systemic circulation) ● Cardiac cycle and Heart sounds, Basics of ECG ● Blood pressure and its regulation | 8 |
8 | Respiratory system ● Anatomy of respiratory organs and their functions. ● Regulation, and Mechanism of respiration. ● Respiratory volumes and capacities – definitions | 4 |
9 | Digestive system ● Anatomy and Physiology of the GIT ● Anatomy and functions of accessory glands ● Physiology of digestion and absorption | 8 |
10 | Skeletal muscles ● Histology ● Physiology of muscle contraction ● Disorder of skeletal muscles | 2 |
11 | Nervous system ● Classification of nervous system ● Anatomy and physiology of cerebrum, cerebellum, mid brain ● Function of hypothalamus, medulla oblongata and basal ganglia ● Spinal cord-structure and reflexes ● Names and functions of cranial nerves. ● Anatomy and physiology of sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system (ANS) | 8 |
12 | Sense organs – Anatomy and physiology of ● Eye ● Ear ● Skin ● Tongue ● Nose | 6 |
13 | Urinary system ● Anatomy and physiology of urinary system ● Physiology of urine formation ● Renin – angiotensin system ● Clearance tests and micturition | 4 |
14 | Endocrine system (Hormones and their functions) ● Pituitary gland ● Adrenal gland ● Thyroid and parathyroid gland ● Pancreas and gonads | 6 |
15 | Reproductive system ● Anatomy of male and female reproductive system ● Physiology of menstruation ● Spermatogenesis and Oogenesis ● Pregnancy and parturition | 4 |
Practical Syllabus D Pharm 1st year
D Pharm 1st year HAP Practical syllabus new
- Study of compound microscope
- General techniques for the collection of blood
- Microscopic examination of Epithelial tissue, Cardiac muscle, Smooth muscle,
Skeletal muscle, Connective tissue, and Nervous tissue of ready / pre-prepared
slides. - Study of Human Skeleton-Axial skeleton and appendicular skeleton
- Determination of
- Blood group
- ESR
- Haemoglobin content of blood
- Bleeding time and Clotting time
Determination of WBC count of blood
- Determination of RBC count of blood
- Determination of Differential count of blood
- Recording of Blood Pressure in various postures, different arms, before and after
exertion and interpreting the results - Recording of Body temperature (using mercury, digital and IR thermometers at
various locations), Pulse rate/ Heart rate (at various locations in the body, before
and after exertion), Respiratory Rate - Recording Pulse Oxygen (before and after exertion)
- Recording force of air expelled using Peak Flow Meter
- Measurement of height, weight, and BMI
- Study of various systems and organs with the help of chart, models, and
specimens- Cardiovascular system
- Respiratory system
- Digestive system
- Urinary system
- Endocrine system
- Reproductive system
- Nervous system
- Eye
- Ear
- Skin
SOCIAL PHARMACY D Pharm
Theory Syllabus
D Pharm 1st year social pharmacy theory syllabus
Scope: This course is designed to impart basic knowledge on public health,
epidemiology, preventive care, and other social health related concepts. Also, to
emphasize the roles of pharmacists in the public health programs.
Sr. No | Topic | Hours |
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1 | Introduction to Social Pharmacy Definition and Scope. Social Pharmacy as a discipline and its scope in improving the public health. Role of Pharmacists in Public Health. (2) Concept of Health -WHO Definition, various dimensions, determinants, and health indicators. (3) National Health Policy – Indian perspective (1) Public and Private Health System in India, National Health Mission (2) Introduction to Millennium Development Goals, Sustainable Development Goals, FIP Development Goals (1) | 9 |
2 | Preventive healthcare – Role of Pharmacists in the following Demography and Family Planning (3) Mother and child health, importance of breastfeeding, ill effects of infant milk substitutes and bottle feeding (2) Overview of Vaccines, types of immunity and immunization (4) Effect of Environment on Health – Water pollution, importance of safe drinking water, waterborne diseases, air pollution, noise pollution, sewage and solid waste disposal, occupational illnesses, Environmental pollution due to pharmaceuticals (7) Psychosocial Pharmacy: Drugs of misuse and abuse – psychotropics, narcotics, alcohol, tobacco products. Social Impact of these habits on social health and productivity and suicidal behaviours (2) | 18 |
3 | Nutrition and Health Basics of nutrition – Macronutrients and Micronutrients (3) Importance of water and fibres in diet (1) Balanced diet, Malnutrition, nutrition deficiency diseases, ill effects of junk foods, calorific and nutritive values of various foods, fortification of food (3) Introduction to food safety, adulteration of foods, effects of artificial ripening, use of pesticides, genetically modified foods (1) Dietary supplements, nutraceuticals, food supplements – indications, benefits, Drug-Food Interactions (2) | 10 |
4 | Introduction to Microbiology and common microorganisms (3) Epidemiology: Introduction to epidemiology, and its applications. Understanding of terms such as epidemic, pandemic, endemic, mode of transmission, outbreak, quarantine, isolation, incubation period, contact tracing, morbidity, mortality, . (2) Causative agents, epidemiology and clinical presentations and Role of Pharmacists in educating the public in prevention of the following communicable diseases: Respiratory infections – chickenpox, measles, rubella, mumps, influenza (including Avian-Flu, H1N1, SARS, MERS, COVID-19), diphtheria, whooping cough, meningococcal meningitis, acute respiratory infections, tuberculosis, Ebola (7) Intestinal infections – poliomyelitis, viral hepatitis, cholera, acute diarrheal diseases, typhoid, amebiasis, worm infestations, food poisoning (7) Arthropod-borne infections – dengue, malaria, filariasis and, chikungunya (4) Surface infections – trachoma, tetanus, leprosy (2) STDs, HIV/AIDS (3) | 28 |
5 | Introduction to health systems and all ongoing National Health programs in India, their objectives, functioning, outcome, and the role of pharmacists. | 8 |
6 | Pharmacoeconomics – Introduction, basic terminologies, importance of pharmacoeconomics | 2 |
Practical Syllabus D Pharm
D Pharm 1st year social pharmacy practical syllabus
- National immunization schedule for children, adult vaccine schedule, Vaccines
which are not included in the National Immunization Program. - RCH – reproductive and child health – nutritional aspects, relevant national
health programmes. - Family planning devices
- Microscopical observation of different microbes (readymade slides)
- Oral Health and Hygiene
- Personal hygiene and etiquettes – hand washing techniques, Cough and
sneeze etiquettes. - Various types of masks, PPE gear, wearing/using them, and disposal.
- Menstrual hygiene, products used
- First Aid – Theory, basics, demonstration, hands on training, audio-visuals,
and practice, BSL (Basic Life Support) Systems [SCA – Sudden Cardiac
Arrest, FBAO – Foreign Body Airway Obstruction, CPR, Defibrillation (using
AED) (Includes CPR techniques, First Responder). - Emergency treatment for all medical emergency cases viz. snake bite, dog
bite, insecticide poisoning, fractures, burns, epilepsy etc. - Role of Pharmacist in Disaster Management.
- Marketed preparations of disinfectants, antiseptics, fumigating agents,
antilarval agents, mosquito repellents, etc. - Health Communication: Audio / Video podcasts, Images, Power Point Slides,
Short Films, etc. in regional language(s) for mass communication / education /
Awareness on 5 different communicable diseases, their signs and symptoms,
and prevention. - Water purification techniques, use of water testing kit, calculation of
Content/percentage of KMnO4, bleaching powder to be used for wells/tanks - Counselling children on junk foods, balanced diets – using Information,
Education and Communication (IEC), counselling, etc. (Simulation
Experiments). - Preparation of various charts on nutrition, sources of various nutrients from
Locally available foods, calculation of caloric needs of different groups (e.g.
child, mother, sedentary lifestyle, etc.). Chart of glycemic index of foods. - Tobacco cessation, counselling, identifying various tobacco containing
products through charts/pictures