Being a Pharmacist

India is a country where herbal remedies are always preferred first before visiting a doctor. And even some of the physicians also suggest use of old Ayurvedic remedies along with the allopathic drugs. Also, in case of beauty regimens herbal treatments are the first choice. Better therapeutic action and less side effects are the key factors driving the demand of herbal products and drugs.  Since last few years, worldwide demand of herbal formulations have shown a visible growth and hence different healthcare and life science companies have focused on more production of herbal formulations. Based on the formulation category, the market for medicinal plants is segmented into pharmaceuticals, neutraceuticals, cosmeceuticals, spices etc. and hence the demand of herbal raw materials changes according to the market type.  The raw material (medicinal plants) required for production of herbal formulations is either obtained from local farmers or is imported from different countries. T...

Hi there. Since last few months we are facing a problem that we never thought of Covid-19. A virus that has become an inseparable part of our lives and now we have to learn and live with it. But, along with all the deadly circumstances, covid-19 has bought new opportunities for those who are working in healthcare and pharma sector. Especially, the pharma industry has become of huge importance and hence on this platform students are also focusing on pharma sector as their career choice. But it is important to choose your college wisely. Being a pharmacist myself, I know the importance of learning from a right college, because along with the academics the values that you learn from your college help you to be a better person. Some colleges only concentrate on their academics and some colleges focus on academics as well as student development.  I completed my graduation from Dr. D.Y.Patil College of Pharmacy, Akurdi. A college where I was developed not only as a pharmacist, but also a...