Venue: Medisynth Chemicals Pvt. Ltd., D-282, MIDC, Turbhe, Navi Mumbai
Date: 5th August to 10th August,2024.
Resource Person: Dr. Prakash Joshi, Vice President (Tech.)
Introduction:
The Faculty of the Department of Homoeopathic Pharmacy, JIMS, organized an enriching industrial visit to Medisynth Chemicals Pvt. Ltd. The visit, conducted with prior approval from both JIMS and Medisynth, aimed to provide hands-on training and a comprehensive understanding of the operations involved in the manufacture of homoeopathic medicines. The visit offered valuable insights into the practical aspects of pharmaceutical manufacturing and quality control.
Key Takeaways from the Visit
1. Opening Address by Dr. Prakash Joshi:
Dr. Prakash Joshi, Vice President (Tech.), welcomed the participants and provided an overview of the latest issues in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), pharmacopoeial standards, and quality control in the manufacturing industry of homoeopathic medicine.
2. Insights into Marketing Strategy:
Mr. Srikant, Plant Head, and Mr. Rajesh Rai elaborated on the marketing strategies employed by Medisynth Chemicals. Their discussion provided an understanding of how the company positions its products in the competitive market.
3. Warehouse and Inventory Management:
Mr. Swapnil explained the intricacies of warehouse management, including Goods Receipt Notes (GRN), inventory control, and store management. His insights highlighted the importance of efficient logistics in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
4. Production Processes and Instrumentation:
Dr. Deepak Sawant covered the large-scale production of Q preparations and dilutions, including the processes involved in back potencies. He also detailed the instrumentation used in these processes.
5. Bio Chemic Preparations:
Dr. Rashmi provided an overview of biochemic preparations, including tablets, ointments, and syrups. Her explanation included the formulation and manufacturing aspects of these products.
6. Quality Control and Assurance:
Dr. Mohite Raja Ram focused on quality control and assurance, detailing the laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety measures in hot areas of the laboratory.
7. Advanced Analytical Techniques:
Dr. Dhara Bhatt explained the use of Thin-Layer Chromatography (TLC), High-Performance Thin-Layer Chromatography (HPTLC), and refractometers in quality analysis.
8. UV Spectrometry:
Dr. Mrunal demonstrated the application of UV spectrometry in the analysis of pharmaceutical products, emphasizing its importance in ensuring product quality.
Conclusion:
The industrial visit to Medisynth Chemicals Pvt. Ltd. was a highly informative experience. The insights provided by the resource persons enhanced our understanding of the practical aspects of homoeopathic medicine manufacturing, quality control, and analytical techniques. We extend our gratitude to Dr. Prakash Joshi and all the experts who shared their knowledge and expertise with us.
