Departments of Diploma in Pharmacy (D. Pharm)
Mona College of Pharmacy, Sarangarh
The D. Pharm program at Mona College of Pharmacy is designed with a strong academic foundation, practical exposure, and industry-oriented training. To ensure comprehensive learning, the course is supported by well-established departments, each equipped with modern laboratories, experienced faculty, and advanced teaching facilities.
- Department of Pharmaceutics
The Department of Pharmaceutics focuses on the formulation and development of various dosage forms such as tablets, capsules, powders, ointments, creams, syrups, and suspensions. Students gain hands-on training in modern laboratories to understand the principles of drug delivery systems and compounding techniques.
Key Features:
- Pharmaceutical Technology Lab with modern instruments.
- Training in preparation of dosage forms as per PCI curriculum.
- Practical exposure to industrial pharmacy practices.
- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry
This department provides a strong foundation in medicinal and organic chemistry essential for understanding drug composition, quality control, and analysis. Students learn about chemical properties, synthesis, and the role of chemistry in drug action.
Key Features:
- Well-equipped Chemistry Labs with safety provisions.
- Emphasis on analytical techniques and pharmaceutical analysis.
- Focus on purity testing, identification, and assay of drugs.
- Department of Pharmacognosy
Pharmacognosy deals with the study of medicinal plants and natural products used in pharmacy. The department enables students to identify, classify, and evaluate crude drugs of plant, animal, and mineral origin.
Key Features:
- Herbarium and crude drug museum for student reference.
- Training in crude drug identification, microscopy, and extraction methods.
- Focus on the role of herbal medicines in modern healthcare.
- Department of Pharmacy Practice & Community Pharmacy
The department emphasizes the role of pharmacists in patient care, hospital settings, and community healthcare. Students are trained in prescription handling, patient counseling, and pharmacy law.
Key Features:
- Training in community and hospital pharmacy set-up.
- Practical exposure in prescription interpretation and dispensing.
- Focus on pharmacy law, ethics, and professional practice.
- Department of Basic Sciences
To strengthen the foundation of pharmacy education, students also learn essential subjects like Human Anatomy & Physiology, Biochemistry, and Health Education. This department ensures students have a clear understanding of the human body and its relation to drug action.
Key Features:
- Modern Anatomy & Physiology Lab with models and charts.
- Training in biochemical tests relevant to pharmacy.
Emphasis on health education and first aid training.
