1. Pharmaceutical Chemistry:
- Inorganic pharmaceuticals
- Organic pharmaceuticals
- Medicinal chemistry
2. Pharmacology:
- Pharmacodynamics
- Pharmacokinetics
- Drug interactions
- Adverse drug reactions
- Therapeutic classifications of drugs
3. Pharmacognosy:
- Sources of drugs (plants, animals, minerals)
- Screening and extraction techniques
- Identification of crude drugs
4. Pharmaceutics:
- Dosage forms (solid, liquid, semisolid)
- Pharmaceutical calculations
- Principles of pharmaceutical formulation
- Sterile dosage forms and aseptic techniques
5. Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence:
- Pharmacy Act
- Drug and Cosmetics Act
- Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act
6. Biochemistry and Clinical Pathology:
- Biochemical tests related to liver, kidney, and blood disorders
- Basic knowledge of human physiology and anatomy
7. Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy:
- Drug distribution systems in hospitals
- Drug information services
- Patient counseling and education
- Pharmacy practice in various healthcare settings
8. Pharmaceutical Education and Research:
- Drug information sources
- Pharmaceutical journals and databases
- Clinical research methodology
9. Pharmaceutical Management:
- Principles of inventory management
- Quality assurance and quality control in pharmacy
- Regulatory compliance in pharmacy practice
10. Microbiology:
- Basics of microbiology
- Sterilization techniques
- Microbial contamination control
It's essential for candidates to refer to the official notification or information provided by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) or relevant authority conducting the exam for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding the syllabus and exam pattern. Additionally, candidates may also find previous years' question papers and mock tests helpful in their preparation for the Railway Pharmacist exam.
