Herbal Drug Technology

“Herbal Drug Technology” by Kamal Yadav Gadda is an exhaustive resource that provides students with a thorough understanding of the herbal drug industry. The book is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to appreciate the complexities of herbal drug production, from the cultivation of raw materials to the development of herbal drug products. The book covers a range of topics, including the quality of raw materials, guidelines for quality control, and the evaluation of herbal drugs according to WHO and ICH guidelines. Additionally, the book explores the areas of herbal cosmetics, natural sweeteners, and nutraceuticals, and provides insights into the importance of patenting, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and regulatory issues in the herbal drug industry. Table of Contents Overview: Contents: 1. Herbs as Raw Materials 2. Biodynamic Agriculture 3. Indian Systems of Medicine 4. Pharmacognosy in Various Systems of Medicine 5. Nutraceuticals 6. Herbal?Drug and Herb?Food Interactions 7. Herbal Cosmetics 8. Herbal Excipients 9. Herbal Formulations 10. Evaluation of Drugs 11. Patenting and Regulatory Requirement of Natural Products 12. Regulatory Issues 13. Herbal Drug Industry 14. Schedule T ? Good Manufacturing Practice of Indian Systems of Medicine About the Authors / Biographies: About the Author: Kamal Yadav Gadda is a professor of pharmaceutical sciences currently working as a principal at Vaagdevi Pharmacy College, Bollikunta, Warangal. He earned a B.Pharm from Kakatiya University in Warangal, Telangana State, an M.Pharm with a specialization in Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry from Andhra University in Andhra Pradesh, and a Ph.D. from the University College of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Warangal.         He has been in academics for the last 22 years of experience in various capacities. He is a member of several pharmacy professional organizations, including IPA, APTI, APPA, and IPGA. To his credit, he has been invited as a speaker at several conferences, published more than 26 research articles in peer-reviewed national and international journals, and presented 12 research papers at various national and international conferences. He has supervised the graduation of 36 M. Pharm. students. He has organized national and international conferences; faculty development programs; technical workshops, various cultural festivals and sports events, etc.