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INDIAN PHARMACOPOEIA

In the United States, the first pharmacopoeia was published in December 1820 both in English and in Latin. Later on a National Formulary was also published in addition to U.S.P. (United States Pharmacopoeia). The object of the U.S.P.ws to select from substances the ones which possess medicinal power, converted them into preparation of suitable composition in order to enhance their power to the maximum advantage.

                           The first International Pharmacopoeia was published by the World Health Organization in 1951 (Volume I) and in 1955 (Volume II). The object of this was to provide a uniform list which would avoid the confusion caused by different national standards, strengths and names especially for the use of travelers who might need to use the same prescription in different countries.

First Edition of Pharmacopoeia of India
Fifth Edition of Pharmacopoeia of India
Third Edition of Pharmacopoeia of India
Fifth Edition of Pharmacopoeia of India

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