“Practical Industrial Pharmacy–I” is a comprehensive and student-oriented laboratory manual designed to provide hands-on training in essential pharmaceutical manufacturing and evaluation techniques. The book aims to develop practical skills among learners by presenting experiments in a clear, systematic, and easy-to-understand manner.
The manual begins with preformulation studies, enabling students to understand and evaluate key parameters of drugs such as paracetamol and aspirin, which are crucial for successful dosage form development. It further covers the formulation and evaluation of tablets, including standard procedures and quality assessment methods.
In addition, the book includes important techniques such as coating of granules and tablets, along with the preparation and evaluation of capsules. It also provides practical guidance on the formulation of various pharmaceutical products such as injections, eye drops, eye ointments, and creams, offering a broad understanding of different dosage forms.
Special emphasis has been given to quality control aspects, including testing of marketed formulations and evaluation of glass containers as per standard specifications. With its structured approach and focus on practical application, this book serves as a valuable resource for building laboratory skills and understanding industrial pharmacy processes.