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Pharmacy vs Pharmacology
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Pharmacology is the study of how drugs function within the human body to help fight disease and the discovery and testing
of new drugs for that purpose. It is one critical element of the drug development process.
Pharmacy
Those who study pharmacy typically do so in order to become pharmacists, who prepare and dispense medication, monitor
its use, and collaborate with other healthcare providers to treat patients. Thus they learn how drugs are prepared and
dispensed. Pharmacists have a deep understanding of medications and their effects on the human body, disease
management, and immunology. They also study internal medicine, acute and ambulatory care, and other areas of healthcare.

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Degrees - Post 10+2 (Science) - D.Pharm (2 years + 6 months internship –diploma ), B.Pharm(4 years + 6 months internship),

M.Pharm (2 years after B.Pharm),

Pharm.D (5 years + 1 year internship – 6 years for doctorate),

Pharm D post baccalaureate (2 years after B.Pharm + 1 year of internship)

Pathways:

Class 10 + Class 12 (PCMB/PCB/PCM) +MBBS/BDS+ MD Pharmacology

Class 10 + Class 12 (PCMB/PCB/PCM) +(B.pharm + MPharm +PhD) /Pharm D
*with a Pharm.D degree one eligible to use the prefix "Dr." before their name.

Accreditation Required:

In India - must be accredited by the All Indian Council of Technical Education

(https://www.aicte-india.org/education/institutions/NIPERs) or the Pharmacy Council of India (http://www.pci.nic.in/)

In the U.S. - must be accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (https://www.acpe-accredit.org/) .

D.Pharm vs B.Pharma:

Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) is a career-oriented, 2-year long diploma course that aims to prepare candidates to work
under a licensed pharmacist in hospitals, pharmacies, etc. Candidates are trained in accurate and safe processing of
prescriptions, pharmacy software practice, third-party billing, compounding techniques, inventory control, verbal and written
communication, etc. Along with having the uses and effects of drugs, etc. on their fingertips, D.Pharm candidates should also
be well-versed in industry ethics as well.

Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharma) is a 4-year undergraduate degree course, a prerequisite for those who wish to practice
pharmacy. B.Pharma candidates learn about the preparation and distribution of medicinal drugs that can cure illnesses and
diseases. In B.Pharma, candidates learn about the chemical and organic properties of all the ingredients used while
synthesizing these medicines. After completing B.Pharma, some of the available job roles include that of pharmacists, drug
inspectors, medical underwriters, drug store owners, wholesalers, etc.

Pharm.D v/s B.Pharm & M.Pharm courses

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Pharm.D is clinically oriented, i.e., patient specific. Students are trained to counsel patients and inform them about the
medicine/ drug dose, time and method. The course focuses on the mechanism of a drug's actions/ side effects/ adverse drug
reactions on the body, main causes for the appearance of the disease, and its possible complications that can occur if left
untreated. Pharm.D also focuses on the lifestyle changes that a patient can implement to improve health. Pharm.D students
generally get the "clinical pharmacist" designation.

B. Pharm and M. Pharm courses are industry oriented. You get to learn about drug formulation, study various drug sources,
their molecular structure, methods to synthesize/ manufacture drugs, pharmacological actions of the drugs, and so on.

Best Colleges for Pursuing Pharmacy

Name ADMISSION PROCESS IMPORTANT LINKS
Jamia Hamdard University (NIRF NEET or Lateral Entry after passing Diploma in http://
RANK 1) Pharmacy examination of Jamia Hamdard or www.jamiahamdard.ac.in/
from any other recognized institution with 50% Admission_2021_22/
marks in the aggregate. Prospectus.pdf

Non NEET applicants may be considered on the

basis of merit in qualifying examination-cum-
interview.

Both PCM and PCB in 12th can apply

DELHI INSTITUTE OF MERIT LIST http://www.dipsar.ac.in/

PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES AND OR download/Prospectus%202021-
RESEARCH Lateral Entry after passing Diploma in Pharmacy 22_Web.pdf
(DIPSAR) examination of DIPSAR or from any other
recognized institution
PART OF DELHI PHARMACEUTICAL
SCIENCES AND RESERACH BOTH PCM/PCB/PCMB WILL SUFFICE
UNIVERSITY
(NIRF RANK 22)
PUCHD, Chandigarh Panjab University Common Entrance Test (P.U. http://cetug.puchd.ac.in/
CET) https://uips.puchd.ac.in/show-
courses.php
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Only Masters level courses including MBA http://niper.nic.in/academic.htm
Education and Research S.A.S. (Pharma).
Nagar, Punjab (NIPER)- MOHALI Admission through NIPER JEE
ICT Mumbai Through MH-CET entrance exam
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Only Masters level courses including MBA
Education and Research, Hyderabad (Pharma).
Admission through NIPER JEE in Masters
courses.

NIPERS ARE AT FOLLOWING LOCATIONS:

HYDERABAD, MOHALI, GUWAHATI, LUCKNOW,
HAJIPUR, GANDHINAGAR

BITS Pilani Through BITSAT https://bitsat.cbexams.com/

bitsfdapplypcb/OnlineReg.aspx
Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Manipal Entrance Test https://manipal.edu/content/
Sciences, Manipal dam/manipal/mu/documents/
Admissions/
adm2021/2021_UG_Eligibility_Ad
mission_Process.pdf
JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS JSS CET(Candidate shall have passed 10+2
Academy of Higher Education and examination conducted by the respective
Research, Ooty (NIRF RANK 6) state/central government authorities
 recognized as equivalent to 10+2
examination by the Association of Indian
Universities (AIU) with English as one of the
subjects and Physics, Chemistry,
Mathematics/Biology as optional subjects
individually. “However, the students
possessing 10+2 qualification from non-
formal and non-class rooms based
schooling such as National Institute of
Open Schooling, open school systems of
States etc. shall not be eligible for
admission to B.Pharm Course.”)
JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS JSS CET (JSS CET(Candidate shall have passed
Academy of Higher Education and 10+2 examination conducted by the
Research, Mysore (NIRF RANK 8) respective state/central government
authorities recognized as equivalent to
10+2 examination by the Association of
Indian Universities (AIU) with English as one
of the subjects and Physics, Chemistry,
Mathematics/Biology as optional subjects
individually. “However, the students
possessing 10+2 qualification from non-
formal and non-class rooms based
schooling such as National Institute of
Open Schooling, open school systems of
States etc. shall not be eligible for
admission to B.Pharm Course.”)
Bombay College of Pharmacy MERIT BASIS https://www.bcp.edu.in/
Admission.aspx

PG ROUTES AFTER B PHARMA:

- MBA IN PHARMACEUTICAL MANAGEMENT (OFFERED IN ALL NIPERS)
- MBA IN MARKETING (FOR MAKETING PROFILES IN PARMA COMPANIES)
- DRUG CONTROL INSPECTOR EXAM
- M. PHARMA AND PHD (RESERACH OR TEACHNG)
- SET UP OWN PHARMACY

Entrance Exams: State and National level entrance exams are held for masters program approved by PCI and AICTE

GPAT (Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test) conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA)

NIPER JEE conducted by National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Mohali

For USA – PCAT for undergrad and applications are made through https://www.pharmcas.org/

Licensing:

Registered under PCI or local (state) pharmacy council –

Ex: http://pharmacycouncil.telangana.gov.in/site

Note: Many institutes offer lateral entry in 3rd semester after completing the Diploma in Pharmacy course.
Other Important Links:
https://www.nirfindia.org/2020/PharmacyRanking.html
https://www.edufever.com/top-pharmacy-college-in-delhi/

Career Options:
In the Pharma Company:
- Drug Production
- Drug Quality Control
- Drug formulation and development
-Drug Marketing
-Medical Sales Representative
Enterprenueur
- Own pharmacy Chain
- Own Manufacturing company
You need to register yourself with a State Pharmacy Council as per the norms under the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) if you want
to carry out your own business as a druggist (means open up a medicine shop) or practice as a pharmacist with a retail pharmacy or
hospital pharmacy. You also need to renew your registration regularly after paying an annual fee.

Government
- Drug Inspector
- Drug Controller
Hospitals
- Pharmacist
- Procurement Officer
Salaries:

- According to https://www.glassdoor.co.in/ may range from Rs 18,000pm to 4,00,000pm

- According to https://dashboard.idreamcareer.com/en/information/explore-careers/medical-sciences/
pharmacology#earning Salaries may range from Rs 20,000pm to 10,00,000pm

Top Companies in India: According to https://www.marketresearchreports.com/ (2019)

1. Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited : INR 273.28 Billion

2. Aurobindo Pharma Limited : INR 164.99 Billion
3. Lupin Limited : INR 159.55 Billion
4. Cipla Limited : INR 155.77 Billion
5. Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories : INR 144.36 Billion
6. Cadila Healthcare Limited : INR 120.50 Billion
7. Intas Pharmaceuticals Limited : INR 108.86 Billion
8. Glenmark Pharma Limited : INR 91.86 Billion
9. Torrent Pharmaceuticals Limited : INR 63.01 Billion
10. ManKind Pharma Limited : INR 52.00 Billion
11. Biocon Limited : INR 43.36 Billion
12. Piramal Enterprises Limited : INR 43.22 Billion
13. Wockhardt Limited : INR 40.57 Billion
14. Divis Laboratories Limited : INR 40.26 Billion
15. Abbott India Limited : INR 34.24 Billion

Top Companies in the World: According to https://www.proclinical.com/ (2019)

The world’s largest pharmaceutical company is multinational

1 Pfizer US $53.7 billion
pharma giant Pfizer, headquartered in Connecticut, USA

Swiss pharmaceutical company, Roche, is the 2nd biggest

2 Roche US $45.6 billion pharmaceutical company in the world for 2019, and employs
94,442 people worldwide.
Johnson &
3 US $40.7 billion New Brunswick, New Jersey – established over 130 years ago
Johnson
4 Sanofi US $39.3 billion French pharmaceutical company
5 Merck & Co US $37.7 billion outside of North America
6 Novartis US $34.9 billion Switzerland - known for its contribution for R&D
Research-driven American biopharma –Boosting revenue is
AbbVie’s top selling drugs Humira, the current bestselling drug
7 AbbVie US $32.8 billion
in the world and Imbruvica, one of today’s leading cancer
drugs.
8 Amgen US $23.7 billion headquartered in California
GlaxoSmithKline
9 US $23 billion British pharmaceutical company
(GSK)
Bristol-Myers
10 US $22.6 billion headquartered in New York City
Squibb (BMS)

Few other sources:

https://www.indiaeducation.net/

https://educationusa.state.gov/your-5-steps-us-study/research-your-options/graduate/graduate-student/what-graduate-
programs-a-4
Good Read:

https://blog.ipleaders.in/current-issues-in-indian-pharmaceutical-industry/

https://education.medicaldialogues.in/pci-pharmacy-colleges-d-pharma-b-pharma-pharmacy-council-of-india-moratorium

HOW TO BECOME A DRUG INSPECTOR/CONTROLLER AFTER B. PHARMA

 Candidate must be an Indian citizen

 A candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in pharmacy/B. Pharma or in the related field.
 A candidate can also become a drug inspector if he have done specialization in pharmaceutical, clinical
pharmacology, bachelor's degree in medical science or microbiology.
 A minimum of 18 months experience in the manufacturing or testing of Schedule C or C1 drugs is also
asked in UPSC but is not essential.
 Age should be between 21-30 years.

NOTE: After fulfilling all the above mentioned eligibility criteria, a candidate can appear for the exam of
Drug inspector which is conducted by UPSC and state PSCs.

Exam pattern:

The whole exam is divided into two parts:

 Paper 1 (Pharmacy)
- Total Marks = 200
- Time = 2 Hours

 Paper 2 (General Knowledge)

- Total marks = 50
- Time = 1 hour

Exam Topics:

- Pharmacology
- Pharmacy
- Forensics
- Medical Chemistry
- Physiology
- Clinical & Hospital Pharmacy
- Manufacturing Pharmacy
- Health education
- Current Affairs etc.