Department of Pharmacology

Exploring Pathways of Healing and Safety:

Welcome to the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology. Shree Krishna College of Pharmacy, Chengam Our mission is to unravel the elaborate mechanisms behind drugs and toxins, nurturing a deeper understanding of their effects on human health. With a pledge to excellence in research, education, and patient care, let’s embark on a journey of discovery and innovation in the realm of pharmacology and toxicology.

Academic Programs:

1. Bachelor’s Degree: Our undergraduate program provides students with a concrete foundation in both pharmacology and toxicology, preparing them for careers in pharmaceuticals, regulatory agencies, research institutions, and more.
2. Diploma Pharmacy

Facilities:

Our department boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including:

• Well-equipped laboratories for Pharmacological Research
• Advanced technologies for studying drug interactions at various scales
• Computing resources for computational modelling and data analysis
• Animal testing facilities adhering to ethical guidelines for preclinical studies

CAREER OPPURTUNITY:

After completing an undergraduate and postgraduate course in pharmacology and toxicology you will have an understanding of pharmacological mechanisms, interactions, and hazardous effects. Numerous employment prospects in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, regulatory, and research domains are made available by this education. Here are several potential career choices:

1. Clinical Pharmacologist: You could be involved in clinical trials where new therapies’ safety and efficacy are investigated in patients. Your knowledge of toxicology and pharmacology will be crucial in organizing and evaluating these research studies.
2. Pharmaceutical Research Scientist: You can help create novel drugs by working as a research scientist for a pharmaceutical company. Preclinical research would be done by you, and you would be involved in ensuring the safety of potential novel therapies.
3. Toxicologist: With your expertise in toxicology, you could assess the potential adverse effects of chemicals and substances on organisms. Careers in forensic toxicology, environmental impact assessment, including product safety evaluation may be associated with this.
4. Regulatory Affairs Specialist: Professionals in regulatory affairs make ensuring that drugs and medical devices adhere to safety and legal standards. You would find it helpful to navigate the many laws governing pharmaceutical products if you have understanding of toxicology and pharmacology.
5. Medical Science Liaison: As a liaison between pharmaceutical companies and healthcare specialists, you would provide scientific knowledge and information on drugs. Building relationships and giving precise information would both benefit greatly from your comprehensive knowledge of pharmacology.
6. Academic Researcher/Professor: If you have a passion for academia, you could pursue a career as a research scientist or professor in a university. You would carry out research, write articles, and perhaps even instruct students in pharmacology and toxicology

1. Pharmacovigilance Specialist: In this capacity you’d monitor and assess the safety of drugs once they’re on the market. Your knowledge in toxicology will help to safeguard patient safety by assisting in the analysis and identification of side effects.