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Pharmacy education in India.

Subal C Basak¹, Dondeti Sathyanarayana

¹Department of Pharmacy, Annamalai University, Annamalainagar, TN 608002, India. basaksc@gmail.com

American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education

|June 30, 2010

Summary

Pharmacy education in India is shifting from an industry focus to practice-based training. The introduction of the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program signifies a move towards improved pharmacy practice and curriculum development.

Area of Science:

Health Sciences
Education

Background:

Pharmacy education in India has historically prioritized industry and product orientation.
Graduate pharmacists often prefer industry placements over practice-based roles.
Current pharmacy practice relies heavily on diploma-trained pharmacists with limited formal practice curriculum.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe the current state of pharmacy education in India.
To highlight critical issues in pharmacy practice, including curriculum deficiencies.
To discuss the evolving landscape of pharmacy, including the introduction of the PharmD program.

Main Methods:

Descriptive analysis of the Indian pharmacy education system.
Review of curriculum content and practice standards.

Keywords:

India pharmacy education pharmacy practice

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Discussion of emerging trends and new degree programs.

Main Results:

A significant increase in pharmacy institutions offering various degree levels.
The establishment of the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program in private institutions since 2008.
Limited published information on the complexities of Indian pharmacy education.

Conclusions:

Pharmacy education in India requires adaptation to meet desired educational outcomes.
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The PharmD program represents a significant development in the profession's evolution.