Pharmacy Mantra by Mir Imran

04/10/2025

When Should You Take Your Vitamins? And Which Ones Don’t Mix Well?

Here’s a simple guide to get the right vitamin at the right time – for better absorption and better results 👇
1️⃣ Vitamins A – D – E – K (Fat-soluble)
• Need a meal with fat for proper absorption.
• Best time: After lunch.
• Without fat → absorption is very weak.

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2️⃣ Iron & Zinc
• Food (especially calcium) reduces absorption.
• Best time: 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after.
• If it upsets your stomach → take with a light snack.

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3️⃣ B Vitamins (B1, B6, B12…)
• Water-soluble → can be taken before or after meals.
• Best time: After breakfast or lunch.
• Boosts energy → avoid before bedtime.

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4️⃣ Omega-3
• Absorption improves with food, especially fatty meals.
• Best time: After dinner.
• Can also support calmer sleep & reduce inflammation.

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5️⃣ Calcium & Magnesium
• Promote relaxation and muscle recovery.
• Best time: After dinner or before sleep.
• ⚠️ Keep calcium away from iron by at least 3 hours.

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6️⃣ Multivitamins
• Contain B vitamins & minerals → energy and focus.
• Best time: Right after breakfast → start your day strong.

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7️⃣ Vitamin C
• Antioxidant & immune booster.
• Best time: Anytime, preferably after meals.
• Works even better with iron-rich foods.

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8️⃣ Biotin
• Supports hair growth, nails, and skin health.
• Best time: After breakfast or lunch.
• Timing doesn’t matter much, but with food = better absorption.

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✅ One vitamin at the right time = a big difference in results!

12/09/2025

04/09/2025

We are humbly requesting the JKSSB Officials to notify the syllabus as per Pharmacy Council of India guidelines.

28/08/2025

🔍 As a pharmacist… what would you do in this case?

👨‍⚕️ A patient walks in with a prescription for Ciprofloxacin.

But something caught my attention…
From his appearance, it was clear that he is a weightlifter 💪.
To confirm, I asked him, and he said:

“Yes, I lift heavy weights regularly.”

❓ Now the big question:
👉 Would you dispense the medication as prescribed?
👉 Or would you contact the physician to consider an alternative?

✅ Scientific note:
One of the well-known side effects of Quinolones, especially Ciprofloxacin, is:

Tendon rupture

Tendinitis

And the risk is significantly higher in people who lift heavy weights.

⚠️ That’s why the safest action is to communicate with the physician and suggest a safer alternative.

💊 This is a reminder that the pharmacist’s role goes beyond dispensing medicines — it’s about protecting patients from serious complications through careful prescription review.

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14/08/2025

Understanding the New Drug Development Process 💊🧪

The journey of a drug from the lab to the market is long, rigorous, and highly regulated. Here's a simplified breakdown of the New Drug Development Process:

1️⃣ Pre-clinical Studies
Laboratory and animal studies are conducted to assess safety, biological activity, and toxicity. This step ensures that the drug is safe enough to proceed to human trials.

2️⃣ Investigational New Drug Application (INDA)
An INDA is submitted to the FDA to obtain approval for human clinical trials.

3️⃣ Clinical Trials (Phase I–III)

Phase I: Focuses on safety and appropriate dosage.

Phase II: Tests efficacy and monitors side effects.

Phase III: Confirms safety and effectiveness in a larger population.

4️⃣ New Drug Application (NDA) Submission
If clinical trials are successful, the sponsor submits an NDA to the FDA for approval to market the drug.

5️⃣ Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
Filed to gain approval for marketing a generic version of an already approved drug — a critical step in improving drug accessibility and affordability.

13/08/2025

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31/07/2025

RequestingJkssb Official to revise the Junior Pharmacist syllabus as per Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) norms.
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24/07/2025

💊 Ever wondered what the colored lines on tablet strips actually mean?

These color-coded indicators are more than just packaging aesthetics—they serve a vital role in medication safety, regulation, and awareness. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a caregiver, or a curious patient, understanding these labels can help you make better, safer decisions.

Here’s a simplified guide to what each color on a tablet strip typically represents:

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🔴 Red Line: Strictly Prescription-Based
Medicines marked with a red line are not for self-medication.
• They are regulated substances—often antibiotics, steroids, or other potent drugs.
• Use is permitted only with a valid prescription, and under medical guidance.
• These drugs carry the risk of misuse, drug resistance, or complications if not monitored.

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🟢 Green Line: Over-the-Counter (OTC)
These are non-prescription medications that you can buy freely at pharmacies.
• Typically used for common ailments like headaches, fever, or acidity.
• Though considered safe, it’s important to follow dosing instructions.
• Frequent or long-term use should still be discussed with a doctor.

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🔵 Blue Line: Schedule G Medication
This indicates drugs that require extra caution and monitoring, even when prescribed.
• Often used for long-term treatments such as hormone therapy or chronic illnesses.
• Should be taken only under a physician’s supervision.
• These may require periodic lab tests or dose adjustments over time.

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⬛ Black Box: High-Risk Warning Label
Known as the Black Box Warning, this is a clear sign that the medication carries serious or life-threatening risks.
• Issued for drugs with documented severe side effects.
• Typically prescribed only when no safer alternatives are available.
• Both patient and doctor must weigh the benefits vs. risks carefully.

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🧠 Why This Matters:
These indicators are subtle but essential tools in promoting safe medicine usage. By paying attention to them, we can:
✔ Avoid misuse or overuse of medications
✔ Understand the level of supervision needed
✔ Protect ourselves from avoidable side effects

Let’s stay informed and help others make better health choices too.

23/07/2025

Violence against healthcare workers including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and paramedics—is a tragic reflection of societal failure. These professionals work tirelessly, often in high-pressure, emotionally charged environments, to save lives and provide care. When outcomes fall short, resorting to aggression is not only unjust—it’s inhumane.
They are not miracle workers, but trained experts doing their best within complex systems. They deserve our respect, protection, and empathy. Ensuring their safety isn’t just a legal obligation—it’s a moral one. If we can’t safeguard those who heal us, we all lose

22/06/2025

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31/05/2025

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31/05/2025

🌍 World No To***co Day 2025: A Reminder, A Responsibility
Today, on World No To***co Day, we are reminded of the global impact to***co continues to have on health, communities, and the environment. Each year, more than 8 million lives are lost to to***co-related illnesses—deaths that are preventable.
This year’s theme focuses on “Protecting children from to***co industry interference”, a powerful call to action. As professionals, leaders, parents, and citizens, we have a shared responsibility to:
• Advocate for healthier, smoke-free environments
• Educate the next generation about the risks of to***co use
• Support those around us in quitting

To***co doesn’t just harm health—it impacts productivity, drives up healthcare costs, and contributes to environmental degradation. It’s time we prioritize well-being in every sector and empower healthier choices.

Let’s commit to a smoke-free future. 🚭
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