Research

Research Grant:

Ms.Jalva Haneef a student of PACP has received Short-term Research Grants for Undergraduate Students of institutions affiliated to RGUHS for the year 2020-21 for project entitled Preparation and characterization of Tamoxifen citrate loaded polyanhydride based gel formulations under the guidance of Dr.Jagadeesh Hiremath and Ms.Prathika Bhandary.

Publication

• Keerthika K, A R Shabharaya, Proniosomal Gel as a Better Carrier System - A Review, International Journal of Pharma and Chemical Research.
• Nair AB, Sreeharsha N, Al-Dhubiab BE, Hiremath JG, Shinu P, Attimarad M, Venugopala KN, Mutahar M. HPMC-and PLGA-based nanoparticles for the mucoadhesive delivery of Sitagliptin: Optimization and in vivo evaluation in rats. Materials. 2019 Dec 17;12(24):4239. (IF: 2.9).
• SreeHarsha N, Hiremath JG, Chilukuri S, Aitha RK, Al-Dhubiab BE, Venugopala KN, Alzahrani AM, Meravanige G. An approach to enhance dissolution rate of tamoxifen citrate. BioMed research international. 2019 Jan 20;2019. (IF: 2.9).
• Sree Harsha N, Venugopala KN, Nair AB, Roopashree TS, Attimarad M, Hiremath JG, Al- Dhubiab BE, Ramnarayanan C, Shinu P, Handral M, Haroun M. An efficient, lung-targeted, drug-delivery system to treat asthma via microparticles. Drug design, development and therapy. 2019;13:4389. (IF: 3.1)
• SreeHarsha N, Hiremath JG, Aitha RK, Domb AJ, Al‐Dhubiab BE, Ramnarayanan C, Alzahrani AM, Venugopala KN, Akrawi SH, Attimarad M, Nair AB. Paclitaxel loaded poly (DL lactic acid co castor oil) 60: 40 with poloxamer‐F68 rod shape cylindrical nanoparticle preparation and in vitro cytotoxicity studies. Polymers for Advanced Technologies. 2019 Oct;30(10):2613-22. (IF: 2.1)
• SreeHarsha N, Ramnarayanan C, Al-Dhubiab BE, Nair AB, Hiremath JG, Venugopala KN, Satish RT, Attimarad M, Shariff A. Mucoadhesive particles: A novel, prolonged-release nanocarrier of sitagliptin for the treatment of diabetics. BioMed Research International. 2019 Nov 3;2019. (IF: 3)
• SreeHarsha N, Hiremath JG, Rawre BK, Puttaswamy N, Al-Dhubiab BE, Venugopala KN, Akrawi SH, Meravanige G, Attimarad M, Nair AB. Formulation and Evaluation of Tamoxifen Citrate Loaded Transdermal Reservoir Gel Drug Delivery Systems. Indian J. Pharma Educ. Res. 2019 Oct 1;53:S596-606. (IF: 0.5)
• Khan S, Karnati RK, Attimarad M, Al-Dhubiab B, Nair AB, Venugopala KN. Doxorubicin Hydrochloride Loaded Polyanhydride Nanoformulations and Cytotoxicity. (IF: 0.5)
• SreeHarsha N, Hiremath JG, Sarudkar S, Attimarad M, Al-Dhubiab B, Nair AB, Venugopala KN, Asif AH. Spray dried amorphous form of simvastatin: Preparation and evaluation of the buccal tablet. Indian J. Pharm. Educ. Res. 2019;54:46-54. (IF: 0.425)
• Asif AH, Hodalur NP, Sreeharsha N, Gurupadayya J, Hiremath KS, Al-Dhubiab BE, Meravanige G, Kumar R, Karnati SK, Mubin M, Chathoth AT. Fabrication of Triprolidine∙ HCl Transdermal Drug Delivery System and Pharmacokinetic Studies. (IF: 0.425)

Achievements

Overview

The department of pharmaceutics was established in the year 2018 and has well-trained and qualified faculty. The department is well equipped with the state of the art infrastructure and equipments like Dissolution apparatus, Disintegration apparatus, UV spectrophotometer, Tablet Punching machine, Friability apparatus, and Ampoule filling and sealing machine, to name a few. The department teaches and trains students in different areas of pharmaceutics, such as Dosage form development, Physical pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical engineering, Industrial Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence. In addition, the department also encourages students to undertake research projects supervised by faculty to expose the students to basic research in pharmaceutics. The department is equipped with three undergraduate laboratories, a Machine room and a central instrument room to impart quality training to the budding pharmacist. The department ensures that the graduates excel in the art of formulation development by providing holistic training encompassing all areas of modern pharmaceutics.

Vision Mission

Vision

In concurrence with the institutional vision, the department of pharmaceutics aims to develop globally competent industrial pharmacists by Imparting quality education and training in areas of formulation & development in tune with the requirements of the pharmaceutical industry.

Mission

In synchronisation with the institutional mission, the department of pharmaceutics strives to provide students with practical exposure in thrust areas of modern pharmaceutics, such as Drug delivery, Dosage form designing and evaluation through innovative teaching techniques and research projects.

Faculty

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  NISHMITHA

  Assistant Professor

  Qualification :-M. Pharm (Pharmaceutics)

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NISHMITHA

Assistant Professor

M. Pharm

Educational And Experience Details

Qualification :M. Pharm (Pharmaceutics)


Total Experience : 1 year.


Publication

• Nishmitha, Sripathy D, Shabaraya AR, Bhavya. A method for solubility enhancement of poor water-soluble drug-A review. Int J of pharm and chem res 2018; 4(2):111-16.
• Bhavya, Viresh K, Shabaraya AR, Nishmitha. Microcrystals for solubility enhancement- Eminent role on poorly soluble drugs. Int J of pharm and chem res 2018;4(1):38-42.

Research Projects:

• Development and characterization of Aceclofenac solid dispersion using skimmed milk as carrier. (M.Pharm project)

Awards/Achievements:

• Qualified graduate pharmacy aptitude test (GPAT) 2020.
• Awarded “Best Poster Presenter" in poster session for the scientific research paper entitled “Development and characterization of Aceclofenac solid dispersion using skimmed milk as carrier in 2nd national conference organized by Srinivas College of pharmacy, Mangalore on 20th and 21st February 2018.
• Following ranks obtained under Rajiv Gandhi University Health Sciences, Bangalore during B.Pharm examination ( 2012-16) *2nd rank in pharmaceutics *6th rank in microbiology and biotechnology *8th rank in pharmaceutical engineering *9th rank in pharmaceutical chemistry II *8th rank in pharmacognosy.
• Suessfully cleared the assessment for the role of medical sales representative (QP NO. -LFS/Q0401) conforming to national skill framework level -4 conducted by government of India ministry of skill development.

Continuing Education / Refresher Courses Undergone

• Attended residential training program on nanotechnology relevant to medical research at center for Nano science and engineering Indian institute of science Bangalore from 17 June to 28 June 2019.
• Participated in the online research methodology workshop conducted by RGUHS on 16 April 2021.

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  Dr. Sindhoor S M

  Assistant Professor

  Qualification :-- M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics), Ph.D

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Dr. Sindhoor S M

Assistant Professor

M.Pharm, Ph.D

Educational And Experience Details

Qualification :M. Pharm (Pharmaceutics), Ph.D


Total Experience :4years 6months


Research Projects:

• Investigation of Topical Nanoformulations of Apremilast for Psoriasis Therapy

Achievements/Conference presentations:

• Presented poster entitled “Formulation and evaluation of topical nanoemulsions for psoriasis therapy at NANO JATHA 2019 organized by Nitte (Deemed to be University) in association with Karnataka Science & Technology Promotion Society (KSTePS) on 5th December, 2019 at ABSMIDS, Mangalore.
• Presented poster in the “Student Research Competition” held at Nitte (Deemed to be University) on the occasion of National Science Day.
• Oral presentation on “triple antibiotic toothpaste” at AB Shetty Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore

Publications:

• Mulleria SS, Marina K, Ghetia SM. Formulation, Optimization and in vitro Evaluation of Apremilast Nanoemulgel for Topical Delivery. International Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation. 2021 Jul16;11(2):230-7
• Sindhoor SM, Koland M. Topical Delivery of Apremilast Loaded Nanostructured Lipid Carrier Based Hydrogel for Psoriasis Therapy. Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International. 2021 May 8:7-20
• Das R, Koland M, Sindhoor SM. Design and Evaluation of Natamycin Nanocrystals Loaded In Situ Gel for Ophthalmic Administration.2021:33
• Koland M, Anchan RB, Mukund SG, Mulleria SS. Design and Investigation of Alginate Coated Solid Lipid Nanoparticles for Oral Insulin Delivery. Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Education and Research. 2021 Apr1;55(2):383-94.
• Shettigar, P., Koland, M., Sindhoor, S. M., & Prabhu, A. (2021). Formulation and Evaluation of Clarithromycin Loaded Nanostructured Lipid Carriers for the Treatment of Acne. Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International, 33(40B), 26-38.
• Suvarna DU, Koland M, Prabhu A, Sindhoor S M. Mucoadhesive Polymeric Films of Acyclovir Proniosomes for Buccal Administration. International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics. 2021 Jan 7:135-43.
• Darewin Mendosa Marina Koland Sindhoor S M. Self nano emulsifying drug delivery system of ketoconazole for topical administration.
• Sudhakaran N, Koland M, Sindhoor SM, Prabhu A. Formulation and Evaluation of Ion Sensitive Floating In Situ Gel Of Pantoprazole for Gastro Retentive Delivery. Plant Archives. 2021;21(1):1893-8.
• Sindhoor SM, Priya SN, Maxwell AM. Formulation and evaluation of novel in situ gel of lafutidine for gastroretentive drug delivery. Asian J Pharm Clin Res. 2018;11(8):88-94.

Patents:

• 1 International patent granted (Australian Patent)
• 1 Indian Patent Published

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  Ms. Dhanya K Iyer

  Assistant Professor

  Qualification :- M.Pharm (Industrial Pharmacy)

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Ms. Dhanya K Iyer

Assistant Professor

M.Pharm (Industrial Pharmacy)

Educational And Experience Details

Qualification : M.Pharm (Industrial Pharmacy)


Total Experience : 10months


Research Projects:

• Formulation & Evaluation of Nanosponge Based Gel of Clotrimazole.

Conference attended:

• Attended IPC 2019 at Chennai.

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  Ms. Keerthika K

  Assistant Professor

  Qualification :- M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics)

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Ms. Keerthika K

Assistant Professor

M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics)

Educational And Experience Details

Qualification : M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics)


Total Experience : 4years


Research Projects:

• Preparation And Evaluation of Ketoprofen Pronisomal Gel.

Publications:

• Keerthika k, et al,,. PRONIOSOMAL GEL AS A BETTER CARRIER SYSTEM - A REVIEW, International Journal of Pharma And Chemical Research, Volume 7(3),Jul – Sep 2021.53-57.

Achievements/ Conference presentations:

• Presented a poster entitled “Formulation and evaluation of Liposome containing Artemisin.” In the deliberation of the national conference held on March 2016 at Srinivas college of Pharmacy in Association with RGUHS, Bangalore and Indian Pharmaceutical Association D.K District local branch, Mangalore.
• Presented a poster entitled “Formulation and evaluation of Ketoprofen Proniosomal gel.” In the deliberation of the national conference held on February 2017 at Srinivas college of Pharmacy in Association with RGUHS, Bangalore and Indian Pharmaceutical Association D.K District local branch, Mangalore.
• Attended two days of workshop as a part of “Basic Course In Educational Methodology” conducted by Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore and hosted by ABIPER yelahanka.
• Participated as a Delegate in one day national workshop on “Intellectual Property Rights And Its Trends In Pharmaceutical Patents” held on 14 February 2019 at Karnataka college of Pharmacy sponsored by Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore.

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  Ms. Prathika Bhandary

  Assistant Professor

  Qualification :- M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics)

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Ms. Prathika Bhandary

Assistant Professor

M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics)

Educational And Experience Details

Qualification : M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics)


Total Experience : 1year 9months


Research Projects:

• Development and Investigation of Diosmin loaded Transfersomes for the treatment of Varicose Veins.

Publications:

• Dubey A, Furtado R, Bhandary P, Hebbar S, Shetty A. Role of Penetration Enhancers in the Topical Delivery of Adapalene by Transfersomal Gel: An in vitro Investigation. J Young Pharm. 2021;13(3):239-45.

Achievements/ Conference presentations:

• Secured 1 st place in the e-Poster competition entitled “Investigation of the Effect of Penetration Enhancers in the Topical Delivery of Transfersomal Gel” at Nano Jatha Lecture Series, Road Show & Exhibition organized by NITTE (Deemed to be University) on 5th December 2019.
• Presented an e-poster entitled “Formulation and Development of Diosmin Loaded Transfersomal Gel for the Treatment of Varicose Veins” at International Conference on Advances in Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences (ICAPHS-2020) held at K.S. Hegde Auditorium, Nitte (Deemed to be University), Deralakatte, Mangaluru from 20th-22nd February 2020.
• Presented an e-poster for the paper titled “Investigation of the Effect of Penetration Enhancers in the Topical Delivery of Transfersomal Gel of Adapalene for the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris” at International Interdisciplinary Conference on Healthcare & Technical Research (ICHTR 2019) held at Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Marena, Mangalore on October 29-31, 2019.
• Presented an e-poster entitled “Investigation of the Effect of Penetration Enhancers in the Topical Delivery of Transfersomal Gel” at the Nanojatha 2019, held on 5th December 2019.

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