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Introduction to Pharmacognosy (Theory)

By Dr. Anuradha Singh, Dr. Anjali Khantal, Dr. Kandibanda Sudheer Kumar & Dr. Shuchi Dave

Pharmacognosy is one of the fundamental branches of pharmaceutical sciences that deals with the study of crude drugs obtained from natural sources such as plants, animals, minerals, and marine organisms. It provides the foundation for understanding the role of natural products in healthcare and their importance in drug discovery and development. This premier edition is specially designed for B.Pharm I Semester students.
Category
Pharmacognosy & Natural Products
Target Audience
B.Pharm I Semester Students
Course Code
BP105T
Syllabus
New PCI 2026 (NEP 2020)
ISBN
978-81-687952-6-6
Lecture Hours
45 Hours (5 Units)

About This Book

This comprehensive textbook has been specially designed to meet the requirements of first-semester B.Pharm students studying under the new PCI syllabus 2026 (NEP 2020). It provides a strong foundation in pharmacognosy, exploring the identification, evaluation, and therapeutic use of natural drug substances from plants, animals, and minerals.

This book bridges ancient wisdom with contemporary pharmaceutical science, covering traditional knowledge alongside modern applications in drug discovery and development. A pharmacist who does not understand these principles is left memorizing facts without meaning. Each topic is presented with clear explanations and pharmaceutical relevance.

Keywords

Pharmacognosy Natural Products Medicinal Plants Herbal Drugs Phytochemistry Traditional Medicine Plant-based Drugs Natural Drug Substances Drug Discovery Botanical Standards B.Pharm BP105T PCI Syllabus 2026 NEP 2020

How to Cite

Singh, A., Khantal, A., Kumar, K. S., & Dave, S. (2026). Introduction to Pharmacognosy (Theory) (1st ed.). WiseLeaf Scientific Ventures. ISBN: 978-81-687952-6-6

DOI: 10.66079/wiseleaf.pharmacognosy-bp105t.2026

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