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Step into the world of "Textbook of Herbal Drug Technology", a comprehensive guide that unveils the secrets of herbal medicine and its modern applications. Starting with the basics, understand herbs as raw materials, their selection, and processing. Delve into biodynamic agriculture, organic farming, and pest management for medicinal plants.
Discover the rich tapestry of Indian Systems of Medicine, including Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, and Homeopathy, and learn about the preparation and standardization of traditional formulations. Study specific herbs like Ginseng, Ashwagandha, and Spirulina, and their significance as health foods.
Explore the vibrant domain of herbal cosmetics, understanding the raw materials used in skincare, haircare, and oral hygiene products. Learn about the significance of herbal excipients and the art of formulating both conventional and novel herbal dosage forms.
Equip yourself with knowledge on the evaluation of herbal drugs, understanding WHO & ICH guidelines, and the intricacies of stability testing. Dive deep into the legal landscape, grasping patenting aspects, regulatory requirements, and case studies of renowned herbs like Curcuma & Neem. Conclude with an overview of the herbal industry, its scope, future prospects, and the regulatory framework in India.
Whether you're a student, a practitioner, or an enthusiast, this textbook offers a holistic view of herbal drug technology, bridging tradition with modern science.
Dr. M. K. Gupta, Dr. Suresh Kumar Dev, Mrs. Abhilasha Shete
Prof. (Dr.) Mahesh Kumar Gupta is currently working as a Principal and Dean at Career Point School of Pharmacy, Career Point University, Kota (Raj). He obtained a Ph.D. in Pharmacy from Bundelkhand University, Jhansi (UP) in 2006, a Masters in Pharmacy degree from J.S.S. College of Pharmacy, Ooty (TN) in 2002, a Bachelor in Pharmacy degree from L.M. College of Science and Technology (Pharmacy), Jodhpur (Rajasthan) in 1999, and qualified GATE, conducted by IIT Bombay in 1999. He has guided more than 15 Ph.D. students and more than 45 Masters of Pharmacy students. He is the author of more than 30 books in National and International publication (GPAT book, Text Book of Pharmacognosy, Text Book of Organic Chemistry of Natural Products, Remedial Biology, Environmental Sciences, Drug Inspector, Drug Controller Officer, Text Book of Pathophysiology, Text Book of Environmental Science, and Natural Products), has published more than 150 research papers, holds over 12 patents, and has presented more than 100 papers in National and International Conferences. He was awarded the Outstanding Excellence Award for contribution to Pharmaceutical Education and research and was named Principal of the Year. He was also an esteemed Judge in the Smart India Hackathon 2019. He is chairman of the IEC and Animal Ethical Committee, the Chairman of BOS, and a member of the Academic Council. He has been the convener of many National and International conferences. He is a member and reviewer of many National and International journals, including the African Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry, the International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, the Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, APTI (the Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India), etc. He has completed three AICTE sponsored projects (Seminar, EDP, and RPS). He has conducted many National and International conferences.
