About the Journal

The Nigerian Journal of Pharmacy (PSNNJP) is the official organ of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria with its first print in 1961 (as Journal of Pharmacy) and with unbroken publication since 1970 (as PSNNJP).

The PSNNJP is a peer-reviewed, open access journal which publishes original research articles, review articles and case studies on all aspects of pharmaceutical sciences and technologies, pharmacy practice and related clinical aspects, and pharmacy education. The journal publishes articles covering developments in drug absorption and metabolism, pharmacokinetics and dynamics, drug delivery systems, drug targeting and nanotechnology. It also covers development of new systems, methods, Clinical Pharmacy and techniques in pharmacy education and practice. The scope of the journal also extends to cover advancements in toxicology, cell and molecular biology, biomedical research, clinical and pharmaceutical microbiology, pharmaceutical biotechnology, medicinal chemistry, phytochemistry and nutraceuticals. The Journal reports society news, with special attention to innovations in the Nigerian and African pharmacy practice space.

Published by one of the oldest professional associations in Nigeria, the PSNNJP celebrates the traditional arts of pharmacy practice and embraces innovative scientific processes that provide answers to current problems. We look forward to your partnership with us as we change the world through innovative and translational research.

Current Issue

Vol. 58 No. 2 (2024): The Nigerian Journal of Pharmacy
Published: 2024-11-04

Special Review

  • Digital Transformation of Education in Africa: Bridging the Gaps and Building the Future

    Prof. Lere Baale
    149 - 180
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.15
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Review Article

  • Decriminalization of suicide and the position of Nigeria's New Mental Health Law: A Review

    Ozota, Gerald Obinna, Eze Shadrach Chinemerem, Sabastine Ruth Nkechi, Eze Chizaram Adaeze, Okeke Racheal Chinazom, Ekunwe Osaheni, Chinaza Linda Abonyi , Izehi Stephanie Akhimeh
    181 - 189
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.16
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Research Article

  • Prevalence and Antifungal Susceptibility Profile of Cryptococcus neoformance among Pregnant Women in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, Nigeria

    Eucharia Chinyere Okonkwo, Ndubuisi Collins Onwa, Anthonia Chinyere Nwachi, Anayo Joseph Uraku
    190-195
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.17
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  • Prevalence of clinical symptoms and their effect on quality of life among patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia at a tertiary health facility in Minna, North central Nigeria

    Florence Adule Nnatsu, Paul Otor Onah, Stella Folajole Usifoh
    196-212
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.18
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  • Prescribing Pattern and Errors in the Prescriptions for Outpatients with Diabetes Mellitus at a Nigerian University Health Centre

    Omotola D. Gbadegesin, Oluwole I. Adeyemi
    213-218
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.19
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  • Exploring Pharmacists' Knowledge, Perception, and Practice regarding the Recent Cholera Outbreak in Nigeria

    Victor Chikaodiri Amaechi, Evaristus Chinonso Odoh,  Joseph Michael Okwori, Ukamaka Gladys Okafor, Ngozi Augustine Okoronkwo, Yejide Olukemi Oseni
    219 - 229
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.20
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  • Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizers: Analysis for Content of Ethanol and Contaminants

    Celina O. Ogah, Mbang A. Owolabi, Kenechi S. Ezugwu
    230 - 238
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.21
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  • Evaluation of a volunteered herbal recipe employed for the treatment of Uterine leiomyoma (Fibroid) in South-West Nigeria

    Bamigboye J Taiwo, Oluwole I Adeyemi, Samson O A Odukoya, Olukemi T. Bamigboye-Taiwo, Faith O Obagunle, Tanwa Animasahun
    239 - 249
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.22
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  • Potentially Inappropriate Prescription and Impact of Physician Training on Usage of Prescribing Screening Tools for the Elderly in a Secondary Healthcare Facility

    Nina Stella Kute, Stella Folashade Usifoh, Patrick Ifechukwu Oliorah
    250 - 260
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.23
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  • The Minimal Cost Implication of Establishing a Pharmacy School in Nigeria

    Ebunoluwa S. Ojo, Oluwadare J. Ayodapo, Oyekigho E. Wilson
    261 - 267
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.24
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  • Bioactivity of the ethanol extracts of Flabellaria paniculata, Rhapiostylis beninensis roots and Khaya ivorensis Bark Against Multidrug-Resistance Bacteria

    Chabula M. Stephen, Nwamaka H. Igbokwe, Abel O. Idowu, Chijioke E. Ezeobiora
    268 - 277
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.25
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  • Assessment of the Safety and Efficacy of Tenofovir- Lamivudine-Dolutegravir Combination Therapy a mong HIV-infected Patients in University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, Uyo, Nigeria

    Olugbenga M. Ajulo, Rita E. Udoh, Emmanuel O. Olorunsola, Oluwatoyin H. Ajulo
    278 - 288
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.26
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  • Quality Assessment of Fifteen Brands of Paracetamol Injections Marketed in Lagos, Nigeria

    Oluwafunmilayo D. Akinnurun, Chinedu G. Ezeah, Moshood O. Akinleye
    289 - 297
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.27
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  • Identification of Some Bioactive Compounds from Camellia sinensis as Possible Inhibitors of human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2): A Structure-Based Drug Design for Breast Cancer Treatment.

    Lilian N. Ebenyi, Chidinma B. Godswill Egwuom, Emmanuel M. Halilu, Akachukwu P. Obialor, Titilayo O. Johnson, Abayomi E. Adegboyega, Victor U. Chigozie, Basil U. Nwali
    298 - 313
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.28
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  • Acute toxicity study and antibacterial activity of aqueous and methanol leaf extract of Crotolaria retusa Linn. against multidrug resistant bacterial isolates

    Ayodele Oluwasoji Akanmu, Fanna Hussaini Abdulhamid, Sulayman Tunde Balogun, Leonard Mela Paul, Olufunke Adebola Sodipo, Samaila Musa, Justus Jubril, Esther Ibrahim Babale
    314 - 324
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.29
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  • A new bicyclic azepinoindole alkaloid from the seed cotyledon of Chrysophyllum albidum G. Don-Holl. (Sapotaceae)

    Bamigboye Josiah Taiwo, Iyanu Oluwafemi Awotuya
    325 - 331
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.30
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  • Anxiolytic and antiamnesic potentials of Terminalia A. Chev (Combretaceae) stem and root bark methanol extracts in mice.

    Lateef A. Akinpelu, Muritala A. Adebayo, Oyeronke M. Aiyelero, Oluwasegun I. Eniaiyewu, Raymond T. Bobra, Somtochukwu O. Anyacho
    332 - 338
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.31
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  • Ameliorating Effects of Honey on Ethanol, Caffeine, Morphine and Scopolamine- Novelty Induced Behaviors and Memory Impairment in Male Albino Mice

    Ayodele Oluwasoji Akanmu, Olusayo Oluwole, Moses Olugbenga Atanda Akanmu, Isaac Oluwole Adeyemi, Leonard Mela Paul, Sulayman Tunde Balogun, Olufunke Adebola Sodipo
    339 - 357
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.32
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  • Prevalence, awareness, and patterns of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory/pain relief drug use among Undergraduates in Delta State, Nigeria: a cross-sectional study

    Arute John Edjophe, Agare Goodnews Ikuesiri, Prisca Omonigho Odion, Aghoja Ogheneovo Clement
    358 - 369
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.33
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  • In silico and in vivo anti-stress potential of Stachytarpheta cayennensis (Verbenaceae) in mice

    ItunuOluwa M. Akanmu, Lateef A. Akinpelu, A. Aliyu, Moses A. Akanmu
    370 - 385
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.34
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  • Optimization of Pharmacotherapy through Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in Ambulatory Patients Attending Mental Health Clinic in the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, Uyo, Nigeria

    Olugbenga M. Ajulo, Praise James Ukpai, Gboyega Abikoye
    386 - 395
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.35
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  • Assessing Cataract Awareness and Public Health Implications in Amuwo-Odofin and Alimosho Local Government Areas of Lagos State: A Cross- Sectional Study

    Izehi S. Akhimen, Samuel G. Odegbo, Qudus A. Abiola, Ruqoyat Hassan-Sodiq, Deborah O. Shomuyiwa, Saidat M. Bakare
    396 - 404
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.36
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Short Communication

  • The History and Future of Pharmacy (World Pharmacists Day - September 25, 2024)

    Prof. Lere Baale
    405 - 407
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2024.37
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