“Forensic Pharmacy” is a comprehensive and well-structured book that provides a clear understanding of the legal, ethical, and regulatory aspects of pharmacy practice. Written in a simple and systematic manner, the book aims to present complex legal provisions in an easy-to-understand format, making it a valuable resource for both students and professionals.
The book begins with an introduction to forensic pharmacy and traces the historical development of drug legislation and the pharmacy profession. It covers important laws such as the Pharmacy Act, Drugs and Cosmetics Act, Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, and Medicinal and Toilet Preparations Act, explaining their key provisions, objectives, and regulatory requirements.
In addition, the text highlights pharmaceutical ethics, the role of regulatory bodies, and various policies related to drug control, pricing, and public health. Important topics such as drug labeling, licensing, import and export regulations, and offences with penalties are discussed to provide a thorough understanding of legal compliance in the pharmaceutical field.
The book also includes significant legislations related to food safety, technical education, and intellectual property, along with global perspectives such as WTO and patent laws. With its structured presentation and focus on practical relevance, this book serves as a useful guide for understanding the legal responsibilities and professional standards essential in pharmacy practice.
1. General Introduction to Forensic Pharmacy
1. Introduction
2. History of Drug Legislation and Pharmacy Profession in India
1. History of Drug Legislation and Pharmacy Profession in India.
2. Important Milestones in Drug Legislations and Pharmacy Profession.
3. Drugs Enquiry Committee (D.E.C.), 1930.
3. Pharmaceutical Ethics
1. Introduction.
2. Introduction to the Pharmacy Act, 1948.
3. Minimum Qualification for Registration as a Pharmacist in India.
4. State Pharmacy Council (SPC).
5. SPC Constitution.
6. Joint State Pharmacy Council.
7. Registration of Pharmacist.
8. Removal of Name from Register.
9. Offences and Penalties.
10. Appointment of Commission of Enquiry.
4. The Pharmacy Act, 1948
1. Introduction to The Pharmacy Act, 1948.
2. Minimum Qualification for Registration as a Pharmacist in India.
3. Education Regulations Framed by the Pharmacy Council of India under Section 10 of the Pharmacy Act, 1948.
4. State Pharmacy Council (SPC).
5. Removal of Name from Register.
6. Offences and Penalties.
7. Appointment of Commission of Enquiry.
5. The All-India Council for Technical Education Act, 1987
1. Salient Features.
2. Executive Committee (E.C.) of AICTE.
3. Boards of Studies and Regional Committees.
6. The University Grants Commission Act, 1956
1. Salient Features.
2. Composition of the Commission.
3. Powers and Functions of the Commission.
7. The Drug and Magic Remedies (Objectional Advertisement) Act, 1954
1. Definitions Advertisements.
2. Prohibition of Participation in Certain Advertisements.
3. Penalties.
4. Advertisements Permitted.
5. Import or Export of Banned Advertisement.
8. The Drug and Cosmetics Act (DCA) Act, 1954 and rule 1945
1. Important Definitions.
2. Drugs Technical Advisory Board (DTAS).
3. Composition of DTAB.
4. Drugs Consultative Committee (DCC).
5. Central Drugs Laboratory (CDL).
6. Schedules to the Act and Rules.
7. Licensing and Controlling Authorities.
8. Inspector.
9. Government Analyst.
10. Qualifications.
9. The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, rules 1985
1. Introduction.
2. Objective.
3. Definitions.
4. Authorities and Officers.
5. Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Consultative Committee.
6. National Fund for Control of Drug Abuse.
7. Prohibition Control and Regulation of NDPS.
8. Powers of State Government.
9. Offences and Penalties.
10. Issue of Warrant and Authorization.
10. Medicinal and Toilet Preparation (Excise Duties) Act, 1955 and Rules, 1956
1. Important Definitions.
2. Manufacturing in Bond (Bonded Manufactory).
3. Ayurvedic Preparations and Homeopathic Preparations.
4. Manufacturing Outside Bond (Non-bonded Manufactory).
11. Introduction to The Industries (Development And Regulations) Act, 1952
1. Important Definitions.
2. Manufacturing in Bond (Bonded Manufactory).
3. Ayurvedic Preparations and Homoepathic Preparations.
12. The Prevention of Food Adulteration Act, 1954 and Rules, 1955
1. Definitions.
2. Analysis of Food.
13. National Blood Policy
1. Salient Features of National Blood Policy.
2. Objectives of National Blood Policy.
14. Pharmaceutical Policy - 2002
1. Salient Features of Pharmaceutical Policy - 2002.
2. Objectives of Pharmaceutical Policy - 2002.
15. The Drug (Price Control) Order (OPCO), 1995
1. Important Definitions.
2. The First, Second and Third Schedule.
3. Calculation of retail price of formulation.
4. Power to Fix Retail Price.
5. Power to Fix Ceiling Price.
6. Recovery of Dues.
7. Maintenance of Records.
8. Power of Entry, Search and Seizure.
9. Penalties.
10. Power to Exempt and Delegation of Powers.
16. WTO, GATS and The Indian Patents Act, 1970 with Amendments
1. Definitions.
2. Inventions not patentable.
3. Types of Patents.
4. General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS).
This book we can use for D.Pharm, B.Pharm, M. Pharm and Forensic Pharmacy Students.
