Focus and Scope

Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia is a national peer-reviewed journal published by the Indonesian Pharmacists Association (Ikatan Apoteker Indonesia). The journal aims to disseminate research findings and mini-reviews in the field of pharmacy, encompassing various areas such as clinical pharmacy, community pharmacy, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmaceutical biology/pharmacognosy, pharmacology, drug development/medicinal chemistry, formulation, and related fields. This article presents the focus and scope of Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia, highlighting the types of articles published and the subject areas covered.

Focus and Scope:

  1. Clinical Pharmacy:
  • Clinical trials and studies focusing on the use of medications in patient care.
  • Evaluation of the effectiveness and safety of drug therapies.
  • Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic studies.
  • Pharmaceutical care practices and interventions.
  1. Community Pharmacy:
  • Studies on pharmaceutical services provided in community settings.
  • Assessment of community health needs and medication-related issues.
  • Evaluation of patient counseling and medication adherence programs.
  • Implementation and impact of pharmacy practice policies in the community.
  1. Pharmaceutical Chemistry:
  • Research on the synthesis, characterization, and analysis of pharmaceutical compounds.
  • Structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
  • Development of new analytical methods for drug analysis.
  • Drug stability and degradation studies.
  1. Pharmaceutical Biology/Pharmacognosy:
  • Studies on natural products and their biological activities.
  • Isolation and identification of bioactive compounds from plants, animals, or microorganisms.
  • Pharmacological screening and evaluation of herbal medicines.
  • Ethnobotanical studies and traditional medicine research.
  1. Pharmacology:
  • Investigations into the mechanisms of drug action.
  • Pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic studies.
  • Drug metabolism and drug interactions.
  • Preclinical and clinical studies evaluating the efficacy and safety of new drug candidates.
  1. Drug Development/Medicinal Chemistry:
  • Design and synthesis of novel drug molecules.
  • Structure-based drug design.
  • Drug repurposing and optimization of drug candidates.
  • Pharmaceutical formulation and drug delivery system development.
  1. Formulation and Related Fields:
  • Development and optimization of pharmaceutical dosage forms.
  • Novel drug delivery systems.
  • Drug formulation strategies for improved bioavailability and stability.
  • Biopharmaceutics and pharmacokinetics.

Types of Articles Published:

  • Original research articles reporting novel findings in the field of pharmacy.
  • Mini-reviews provide concise summaries and critical evaluations of specific topics.
  • Short communications presenting preliminary or significant findings.
  • Case reports highlighting unique or rare clinical cases related to pharmacy practice.
  • Letters to the Editor discussing recent developments or issues of importance in the field.

Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia focuses on publishing high-quality research articles and mini-reviews in various areas of pharmacy. The journal encourages the dissemination of scientific knowledge and promotes advancements in clinical pharmacy, community pharmacy, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmaceutical biology/pharmacognosy, pharmacology, drug development/medicinal chemistry, formulation, and related fields. By encompassing a wide range of topics, Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia serves as a valuable platform for researchers, practitioners, and academicians to contribute to the advancement of pharmacy practice and pharmaceutical sciences.