B.Pharm Old Syllabus Notes (Archive)

📙 B.Pharm Old Syllabus Notes (Archive)

This section contains study material based on the previous syllabus of B.Pharm prescribed by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI).

Here, you will find semester-wise and subject-wise notes that were designed according to the earlier curriculum. These notes are useful for:

  • 📚 Students following the old syllabus
  • 🔄 Reference and comparison with updated syllabus
  • 🧠 Concept revision and additional learning

⚠️ Note: The syllabus has been updated by PCI. For the latest and updated notes, please visit our B.Pharm New PCI Syllabus 2025 section.

Stay informed and choose the right syllabus for your studies.

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    Properties of Alpha (α), Beta (β), and Gamma (γ) Radiations

    1. Nature Alpha (α): Consists of helium nuclei (2 protons and two neutrons). Beta (β): Involves high-energy electrons (β⁻) or positrons (β⁺) emitted from the nucleus during a process of neutron-proton conversion. Gamma (γ): Electromagnetic radiation similar to X-rays but with higher energy. 2. Charge Alpha (α): Positively charged. Beta (β): Negatively charged (β⁻) or…

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    Measurement of radioactivity

    Radioactivity measurement involves quantifying the amount of radioactive material and the intensity of radiation emitted. Various instruments and techniques are used for this purpose. Here are some commonly used methods for measuring radioactivity: 1. Geiger-Muller Counters Principle: Geiger-Muller counters detect ionizing radiation by counting the number of electrical pulses produced when ionizing particles pass through…

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    Radiopharmaceuticals- Radioactivity

    Radiopharmaceuticals are pharmaceutical formulations containing radionuclides (radioactive isotopes) that emit gamma rays or positrons. Nuclear medicine designs these compounds to diagnose or treat various medical conditions. Radiopharmaceuticals incorporate a biologically active molecule (typically a drug or a biological targeting molecule) with a radioactive isotope, creating a compound that imaging techniques can trace within the body….

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    Potash alum

    Potash alum, also known as potassium aluminum sulfate, is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula KAl(SO₄)₂·12H₂O. It is a hydrated double salt that consists of aluminum, potassium, sulfur, and oxygen. The compound forms large, colorless to white crystals and is highly soluble in water. Chemical Properties of Potash Alum (Potassium Aluminum Sulfate, KAl(SO₄)₂·12H₂O) 1….

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    Zinc sulfate

    Zinc sulfate is an inorganic compound of zinc, sulfur, and oxygen. It is a colorless, crystalline solid that can exist in different hydrated forms, including zinc sulfate monohydrate (ZnSO₄ · H₂O) and zinc sulfate heptahydrate (ZnSO₄ · 7H₂O). The compound is highly soluble in water. Chemical Properties of Zinc Sulfate (ZnSO₄) 1. Chemical Formula: ZnSO₄…

  • Astringent- Definition, Characteristics, Types

    compound that tends to shrink or constrict body tissues and precipitate the protein, and astringent forms a protective layer on the surface. – Due to their protein action, astringents can reduce cell permeability. – This reduces local edema, exudation, and inflammation. – The word “astringent” derives from the Latin “adstringere”, meaning “to bind fast”. –…

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    Sodium nitrite

    Sodium nitrite is sometimes used as part of an antidote regimen in cases of cyanide poisoning. Cyanide poisoning can occur through exposure to certain chemicals, including hydrogen cyanide and cyanogenic compounds. Sodium nitrite is used to induce methemoglobin formation, which can help to counteract the effects of cyanide poisoning. Here’s an overview of its use…

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    Activated Charcoal as a Poison Antidote

    Activated charcoal (AC) is a highly effective, widely used adsorbent in clinical toxicology for the treatment of poisoning and drug overdose. It works by binding toxins in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, preventing their systemic absorption. Activated charcoal is an inert, tasteless, and odorless powder with a large surface area due to its porous nature. It…

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    Poison and antidote- Sodium Thiosulfate

    Poison refers to any substance, chemical, or organism that, when introduced into or absorbed by a living organism, can cause harm, injury, illness, or death. Poisons disrupt normal physiological functions and can have toxic effects on cells, tissues, and organ systems. They can be ingested, inhaled, absorbed through the skin, or injected and may vary…

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    Ferrous Gluconate as Hematinics

    Ferrous gluconate is another iron supplement commonly used as a hematinic to address iron-deficiency anemia. Like ferrous sulfate, ferrous gluconate provides a source of bioavailable iron to support the synthesis of hemoglobin in red blood cells. Role of Ferrous Gluconate in Hematinics 1. Iron Supplementation: Ferrous gluconate serves as a source of elemental iron, a…