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WELCOME TO MY BLOG

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  Welcome to my blog! Whether you're a pharmacy student looking to deepen your understanding, or a member of the general public interested in learning more about medications and health, you're in the right place. 💊 What This Blog Is About This blog is dedicated to making pharmacy knowledge easy to understand, practical, and relevant to everyday life. For students, I’ll share study tips, career guidance, clinical pearls, and real-world insights from pharmacy. For the public, I’ll post about medication safety, common health conditions, over-the-counter advice, and how to talk with your pharmacist. 👩‍⚕️ Why I Started This Blog I believe pharmacists play a vital role in improving health, and I want to bridge the gap between professional knowledge and public awareness. I also know that pharmacy students face challenges — from exams to internships — and I want to share tips that helped me (and still help me) on this journey. 📅 What to Expect You’ll find weekly posts covering topic...

FEVER

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Anti-pyretics are a class of medications used to reduce fever. Pyretics refers to fever, which is an abnormally high body temperature above the normal range of 98-100°F (36.5-37.5°C). Fever is a common symptom that occurs in response to infections, inflammation, and some other medical conditions. When the body detects an infection or injury, it raises the internal thermostat, causing a fever. While mild fevers can actually be beneficial in fighting off infections, high fevers above 102°F (38.9°C) can be dangerous and lead to complications. This is where anti-pyretic drugs come into play. Common anti-pyretic medications include acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), and aspirin. These drugs work by inhibiting the production of prostaglandins, which are chemicals that cause inflammation and fever. By reducing prostaglandin synthesis, anti- pyretics help lower the body's temperature back into the normal range. They can also help alleviate other symptoms that often accompa...

PHARMAACOKINETICS

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 PHARMACOKINETICS Pharmacokinetics is the study of how drugs move through the body, encompassing four key processes: absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME). Understanding these processes is crucial for optimizing drug administration and therapeutic effectiveness.   Key Processes in Pharmacokinetics Absorption : This is the process by which a drug enters the bloodstream from its site of administration. Factors influencing absorption include: Route of administration (oral, intravenous, etc.) Drug formulation and chemical properties Presence of food or other substances in the gastrointestinal tract Distribution : After absorption, the drug is distributed throughout the body. This phase is affected by: Blood flow to various tissues Lipophilicity (fat solubility) of the drug Molecular size and weight Binding to plasma proteins, which can affect the amount of free drug available for action Metabolism : This refers to the biochemical modification of the drug, prim...

EMERGING TRENDS IN PHARMACY

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  EMERGING TRENDS IN PHARMACY The pharmacy world is changing fast. New ideas in medicine and tech are leading the way. In India and around the world, pharmacies are using digital tools like AI for finding new drugs and offering online services. These updates meet the growing needs of patients and follow strict rules. It's a big shift towards better care. Key Takeaways Pharmaceutical innovation is speeding up drug development and making medicines more accessible. Healthcare technology brings digital tools to manage medicines better. Today's pharmacies focus on care that fits each patient's needs. India's drug industry is a leader in meeting global quality and safety standards. Digital trends are changing how we get, use, and track medicines. The Evolving Landscape of PHARMACY in India India's Indian pharmaceutical market is at a turning point. It must balance global trends with local needs. The sector aims for sustainable growth and fair access to medicines. We look ...