Hayat Ashraf

The chemistry of pharmaceuticals encompasses the study of the chemical properties, synthesis, formulation, and mode of action of drugs used for therapeutic purposes. It involves the application of various chemical principles and techniques to develop and understand pharmaceutical compounds. Here are some key aspects of the chemistry of pharmaceuticals: 1. Drug Discovery and Development: The chemistry of pharmaceuticals begins with the discovery and development of new drug candidates. This involves identifying target molecules or pathways involved in diseases and designing small organic molecules, peptides, or biologics that can interact with these targets to produce a therapeutic effect. Medicinal chemists employ principles of organic chemistry, biochemistry, and pharmacology to design and synthesize new drug candidates. 2. Drug Synthesis: Once a potential drug candidate is identified, medicinal chemists focus on synthesizing it efficiently and in sufficient quantities. Organic synthes...