About the Book: 

Dive into the dynamic world of pharmacy practice with "Concepts of Pharmacy Practice." Tailored for students of pharmacy professions, this book delves into the fundamental principles of community and hospital pharmacy, unraveling the intricate challenges and rewards that pharmacists face in today's healthcare landscape.

From honing essential communication skills to navigating the complexities of dispensing prescriptions and managing drug interactions, each chapter equips readers with invaluable insights into the pivotal role of pharmacists. Discover the critical importance of adverse drug reactions, patient counseling, pharmacy operations, and ethical standards that shape the ethical conduct of pharmacists both professionally and personally.

With a blend of theoretical frameworks and practical wisdom, "Concepts of Pharmacy Practice" serves as a comprehensive guide for aspiring pharmacists, blending theory with real-world application to prepare students for the multifaceted responsibilities and ethical considerations inherent in the pharmaceutical profession. Ideal for D. Pharm., B. Pharm., and Pharm. D. students, this book is a must-read for those seeking to grasp the essence of pharmacy practice and its impact on patient healthcare experiences. 

Contents: 

1.  Communication Skills 

2. Community Pharmacy 

3. Dispensing Pharmacy 

4. Hospital Pharmacy 

5. Adverse Drug Reactions 

6. Drug Interactions 

7. Patients Counseling 

8. Pharmacy Shop 

9. Professional Ethics 

About the Authors:

Dr. Rajesh Bhaskar Nawale is presently working as Associate Professor in Pharmacology at Government College of Pharmacy, Ratnagiri (Maharashtra). Started his career as Lecturer at Pravara Rural College of Pharmacy, Pravaranagar from February 1994. Having passed his graduation and graduation from University of Pune. Completed his Philosophy of Doctor at Govt. College of Pharmacy, Aurangabad (Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University). With teaching experience of more than 20 years, he has written more than 15 national and International research papers and guided more than 20 M. pharm. students. He is approved research guide with Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University. He has delivered more than 10 invited lectures at various state and national level seminars.

Dr. Prashant Keshaorao Puranik is presently working as Professor in Pharmaceutics at Department of Pharmaceutical sciences, Rashtra Sant Tukdoji Maharaj Nagpur University, Nagpur (Maharashtra). He has completed his Pharmacy education up to Ph.D. (1992) in Nagpur University. He has vast experience in production, research development and administration. He worked as a Drugs Inspector with FDA, Govt. of Maharashtra for about eight years. He entered in academic field and worked as a Lecturer in Govt. College of Pharmacy, Amaravati and as a Associate Professor in Government College of Pharmacy, Aurangabad and Karad. He is approved research guide with Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University and SRTM University, Nanded. Under his guidance four students have been awarded Ph.D. and 31 students have completed M. Pharm. He has 30 international and 19 national publications to his credit.  He has delivered more than 20 invited lectures at various state and national level seminars and conferences. He is a hard core teacher teaching various subjects of Pharmaceutics. He was specially involved in teaching Pharmacy Practice and Community Pharmacy. He was senate member and presently academic council member with the R.T.M. Nagpur University. He is R.R.C. member of various universities. He was associated with syllabus framing of B. Pharma and M. Pharm course of various universities.

Dr. Somashekhar S. Khadabadi is working as Principal at Govt. College of Pharmacy Aurangabad (Maharashtra). Graduation from K L E's Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College Belgaum, Karnataka University, Dharwad in 1983, Post-graduation from Bangalore University, Bangalore in 1986, Philosophy of Doctor from P. G. Department of Chemistry, Karnataka University, Dharwad in 1990 and LLB (Spl) from Pune University in 2000. Published 2 reference books, 1 textbook, filled 4 patents and published more than 75 papers in reputed National and International journals. He is members of many pharmaceutical professional bodies like IPA, APTI, ISTE etc. He has guided more than 60 M. Pharm. students and 12 Ph.D. students. He was BOS member of Amravati University, Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University, Nanded and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Maratwada University, Aurangabad. He was senate member in Principal category in Amravati University. During his professional career spanning 25 years has made distinguished contribution to the advancement of frontiers of knowledge in the areas of pharmacy education, skills in admission process, introduction of new pharmacy programs and all this work is recognized by Government of Maharashtra in 2008-2009 with award of “Best Teacher”.