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Pharmaceutical Inorganic Chemistry (BP104T) is a foundational subject in the first semester of the B.Pharm program, focusing on the role of inorganic substances in pharmaceutical sciences. The course delves into the history and standards of pharmacopoeias, emphasizing the identification and quantification of impurities such as chloride, sulphate, iron, arsenic, lead, and heavy metals through limit tests. Students learn about the preparation, assay, properties, and medicinal applications of various inorganic compounds, including electrolytes like sodium chloride and potassium chloride, which are vital for electrolyte balance and rehydration therapies. The curriculum also covers the formulation and stability of buffers, the significance of acids and bases in pharmaceutical systems, and the role of dental products containing fluoride in preventing dental caries. Additionally, the course explores the use of inorganic compounds in gastrointestinal agents, antimicrobials, expectorants, emetics, haematinics, antidotes, astringents, and radiopharmaceuticals, highlighting their therapeutic importance and applications in modern medicine.