Pharmacological and Toxicological Screening Methods - I: A Comprehensive Guide to Preclinical Drug Evaluation, Laboratory Animal Handling, and Modern

Pharmacological and Toxicological Screening Methods – I is a comprehensive guide designed for B. Pharm and M. Pharm students, researchers, and academic professionals in pharmaceutical sciences. Aligned with the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) syllabus, this book offers a deep dive into the principles, techniques, and ethical practices of preclinical screening used in pharmacology and toxicology labs.

Covering essential topics such as laboratory animal handling, CNS screening models, cardiovascular assays, anti-diabetic testing, oncology studies, immunopharmacology, and alternative non-animal methods, this book equips students with practical knowledge required in academic exams, research work, and regulatory submissions.

Whether you're preparing for university exams or planning animal studies under CPCSEA and OECD guidelines, this book serves as a single-source reference filled with:

Validated experimental models and screening techniques
Step-by-step lab procedures with practical insights
System-wise drug screening methods for CNS, GIT, cardiovascular, respiratory, and more
Newer tools like CRISPR-Cas9, knock-in/knock-out models, and immunoassay techniques
Focus on ethical research through the 3Rs principle
Perfect for pharmacy students, pharmacology researchers, and professionals involved in preclinical studies, this black-and-white edition is optimized for cost-effective printing without compromising content clarity.