Journal of Young Pharmacists
Volume 3, Issue 2
· pp. 81–169 · 14 articles
- Volume
- 3
- Issue
- 2
- Published
- Pages
- 81–169
- Articles
- 14
- Sections
- 7
- ISSN
- Print - 0975-1483 | Online - 0975-1505
- Journal
- JYP
In this issue
Editorial
- Forum Article
Why do we Need Quality Articles, What are we Going to do With?
Mueen Ahmed KK
pp. 81–82 · DOI: 10.4103/0975-1483.80289 · Published
I welcome you to this second issue for the year 2011 comprising very interesting articles to read. We are proud to inform about the inclusion of our journal in SCImago Journal Ranking [SJR] recently. SJR is one of the tw…
Pharmaceutics
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Formulation, In Vitro and In Vivo Pharmacokinetics of Anti-HIV Vaginal Bioadhesive Gel
Chatterjee A, Bhowmik BB, Thakur YS
pp. 83–89 · DOI: 10.4103/0975-1483.80290 · Published
Inexpensive and female-controlled pre-exposure prophylaxis strategies to prevent mucosal transmission of the virus, is urgently needed with the rising prevalence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV-1 and HIV2) infection…
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Multiple Unit Particles System of Ramipril: An Approach to Enhance Stability
Patel HP, Patel HK, Patel MP, Patel PR
pp. 90–96 · DOI: 10.4103/0975-1483.80291 · Published
The present invention relates to produce multiple unit particle system (MUPS) of stabilized ramipril pellets, hydrochlorothiazide, diluents, superdisintegrants, and lubricants which produce better dissolution of the syst…
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Preparation and in vitro Characterization of Porous Carrier–Based Glipizide Floating Microspheres for Gastric Delivery
Pandya N, Pandya M, Bhaskar VH
pp. 96–104 · DOI: 10.4103/0975-1483.80292 · Published
Floating microspheres have been utilized to obtain prolonged and uniform release of drug in the stomach for development of once-daily formulations. A controlled-release system designed to increase residence time in the s…
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Encapsulation of Naproxen in Lipid-Based Matrix Microspheres: Characterization and Release Kinetics
Bhoyar PK, Morani DO, Biyani DM, Umekar MJ, Mahure JG, Amgaonkar YM
pp. 105–111 · DOI: 10.4103/0975-1483.80293 · Published
The objective of this study was to microencapsulate the anti-inflammatory drug (naproxen) to provide controlled release and minimizing or eliminating local side effect by avoiding the drug release in the upper gastrointe…
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Taste Masking and Molecular Properties of Metformin Hydrochloride-Indion 234 Complexes
Bhoyar PK, Amgaonkar YM
pp. 112–118 · DOI: 10.4103/0975-1483.80294 · Published
Metformin hydrochloride is an oral antidiabetic biguinide agent, used in the management of non-insulin-dependent (type-2) diabetes mellitus. The purpose of present work was to formulate tasteless complexes of metformin h…
Pharmacology
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Investigation of Neuropsychopharmacological Effects of a Polyherbal Formulation on the Learning and Memory Process in Rats
Shah JS, Goyal RK
pp. 119–124 · DOI: 10.4103/0975-1483.80296 · Published
Objectives:To investigate the neuropsychopharmacological effect of a polyherbal formulation (PHF) on the learning and memory processes in rats. Materials and Methods:PHF contains Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha), Nardost…
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Preliminary Phytochemical Screening and Antispasmodic Activity of Artemisia macrocephala Jacquem
Ali N, Shah SWA, Shah I
pp. 125–128 · DOI: 10.4103/0975-1483.80300 · Published
The current work describes the antispasmodic action of Artemisia macrocephala, which is achieved via blocking of the calcium channels. This explains its traditional use as an antispasmodic.The crude methanolic extract of…
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Antihistaminic Effect of Bauhinia racemosa Leaves
Nirmal SA, Laware RB, Rathi RA, Dhasade VV, Kuchekar BS
pp. 129–131 · DOI: 10.4103/0975-1483.80301 · Published
Bauhinia racemosa Lam. (Caesalpiniaceae) leaves have been used in the treatment of asthma traditionally and we therefore undertook this study to scientifically validate its benefit in asthma using suitable animal models.…
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
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Synthesis of Tryptoline-3-Carboxylic Acid Derivatives A Novel Antidiabetic Agent
Choudhary AN, Kohli MS, Kumar A, Joshi A
pp. 132–137 · DOI: 10.4103/0975-1483.80302 · Published
The compounds, 2-(methylsulfonyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-9H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole-3-carboxylic acid (DM3), 2-(phenylsulfonyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-9H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole-3-carboxylic acid (DM4), and 2-(p-toluenesulfonyl)- 1,2,3,…
Pharmaceutical Education
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A Perspective for Clinical Pharmacy Curriculum Development and Validation in Asian Developing Nations
Khan TM, Anwar M, Mueen Ahmed KK
pp. 151–154 · DOI: 10.4103/0975-1483.80304 · Published
This perspective is a reflection of the Personal teaching experience of the authors. The aim of this perspective is to identify the weaknesses in the pharmacy curriculum development in Asian developing nations and to pro…
Pharmaceutical Marketing and Management
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Regulatory Aspects of Pharmaceuticals’ Exports in Gulf Cooperation Council Countries
Pateriya S, Janodia MD, Deshpande PB, Ligade VS, Talole KB, Kulshrestha T, Kamariya Y, Musmade PB, Udupa N
pp. 155–162 · DOI: 10.4103/0975-1483.80305 · Published
The Gulf cooperation council (GCC) region is considered as “Emerging market” for pharmaceutical export and bilateral trade. The understanding of the regulatory requirements of this region can be beneficial for pharmaceut…
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A Pilot Study to Evaluate Pharmaceutical Pictograms in a Multispecialty Hospital at Dehradun
Joshi Y, Kothiyal P
pp. 163–166 · DOI: 10.4103/0975-1483.80306 · Published
Pharmaceutical pictograms have the potential to play an important role in optimizing compliance in the illiterate patient population. Pictograms may improve warning comprehension for those with visual or literacy difficu…
Letter to Editor
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Proper Reporting of Statistical Parameters in Clinical Trials Published in Indian Medical Journals. Is Inclusion of Statistician Play any Significant Role?
Jaykaran, J, Chavda N, Yadav P
pp. · DOI: 10.4103/0975-1483.80308 · Published
Sir, It is observed that the clinical trials published in various medical journals are poor in reporting of various methodological aspects, including sample size calculation and power.[1] It is difficult to generalize th…

