1. Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP):
The Indian Pharmacopoeia is the official collection of quality standards for drugs, drug products, and excipients used in India.
It is published by the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC), an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.
The IP is revised periodically to include new monographs and update existing ones, reflecting advancements in pharmaceutical science and technology.
The IP serves as a critical reference for regulatory authorities, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and healthcare professionals in India to ensure the quality and safety of medicines.
2. British Pharmacopoeia (BP):
The British Pharmacopoeia is the official compendium of quality standards for drug substances, drug products, and excipients used in the United Kingdom.
It is published by the British Pharmacopoeia Commission, under the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).
The BP is updated annually, incorporating new monographs and revisions to existing ones.
The BP also includes the European Pharmacopoeia, ensuring that the UK complies with the European Union's harmonized pharmaceutical standards.
3. United States Pharmacopeia (USP):
The United States Pharmacopeia is a comprehensive collection of quality standards and official monographs for drug substances, drug products, and excipients used in the United States.
It is published by the United States Pharmacopeial Convention, a non-profit, scientific organization.
The USP is revised periodically through a collaborative process involving experts from the pharmaceutical industry, academia, and regulatory agencies.
The USP also publishes the National Formulary (NF), which contains additional monographs and standards for excipients, dietary supplements, and medical devices.
4. Extra Pharmacopoeia (Martindale:
The Complete Drug Reference): The Extra Pharmacopoeia, now known as Martindale: The Complete Drug Reference, is an international reference book that provides comprehensive information on drugs and medicines used worldwide.
It is published by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain.
Unlike the other pharmacopoeias mentioned above, Martindale does not provide official quality standards but offers detailed information on drug substances, dosage forms, indications, contraindications, side effects, and drug interactions.
It is an invaluable resource for pharmacists, healthcare professionals, and researchers who need in-depth information on medicines beyond the scope of official pharmacopoeias.