PhysicalPharmacy
The science of physical and chemical properties of drugs — from foundational pharmacy history and literature, through states of matter and thermodynamics, to particle science and micromeritics.
Intro to Pharmacy & History
Origins of pharmacy practice, evolution of the pharmacist role, landmark milestones in pharmaceutical science, and the regulatory framework shaping modern pharmacy.
Pharmaceutical Literature
Pharmacopoeias, formularies, drug information databases, primary and secondary literature sources, and how to critically evaluate pharmaceutical references.
Introductory Concepts
States of matter, intermolecular forces, thermodynamic principles, phase diagrams, solubility, colligative properties, and their pharmaceutical significance.
Physico‑Chemical Principles
Solubility, partition coefficient, surface tension, viscosity, rheology, and their influence on drug formulation and delivery.
Ionization & Buffers
pH, pKa, Henderson‑Hasselbalch equation, buffer capacity, and the impact of ionization on drug absorption and stability.
Micromeritics
Particle size analysis methods, size distribution, specific surface area, porosity, flow properties, packing, and their impact on drug absorption and formulation.
Start with Unit 1 — Intro to Pharmacy & History and work your way up.