K.Reddy Sushma,
Juturu likitha,
- Student, Department of Pharmacy, East point college of Pharmacy Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
- Student, Department of Pharmacy, East point college of Pharmacy Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Abstract
Quantum physics and pharmacy have generally been regarded as distinct areas—one investigates the microlevel behavior of non-living matter while the other concentrates on intricate biological systems. Nevertheless, progress in life sciences has increasingly depended on molecular-level insights, whereas quantum physics has advanced beyond basic principles to impact real-world uses. This intersection provides new opportunities for, pharmacy. Quantum entanglement, which allows for instantaneous relationships between particles, can be utilized for secure pharmaceutical data encryption and blockchain use in drug traceability. The uncertainty principle, which establishes basic limits on measurement accuracy, can enhance spectroscopy techniques applied in drug analysis, ensuring increased precision in molecular characterization. Quantum teleportation, a notion concerning the transfer of quantum states across distances, possesses potential implications for remotely controlled drug synthesis and real-time molecular simulations. Superposition, which allows particles to occupy multiple states at once, can improve computational models for drug discovery, facilitating quicker simulations of molecular interactions and speeding up personalized medicine development. Additionally, quantum sensors can enhance the detection of biomolecules at extremely low concentrations, improving diagnostic accuracy. Quantum dots, nanoscale semiconductor particles with distinct optical characteristics, can be used for targeted drug delivery and bioimaging, resulting in improved therapeutic outcomes. By incorporating quantum mechanics into pharmacy, tasks, such as drug design, formulation, and regulatory compliance can be streamlined and optimized. This review examines the practical uses of quantum principles in pharmacy, emphasizing how they can transform drug development, analysis, and healthcare logistics, ultimately improving efficiency and accuracy in pharmaceutical sciences.
Keywords: Uncertainty, Quantum Computing, Quantum Coherence, Entanglement, Quantum Cryptography, Super Position
[This article belongs to Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production ]
K.Reddy Sushma, Juturu likitha. Quantum Mechanics: Revolutionizing Pharmaceutical Sciences. Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production. 2025; 12(01):72-77.
K.Reddy Sushma, Juturu likitha. Quantum Mechanics: Revolutionizing Pharmaceutical Sciences. Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production. 2025; 12(01):72-77. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/rrjodfdp/article=2025/view=206406
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| Volume | 12 |
| Issue | 01 |
| Received | 03/03/2025 |
| Accepted | 12/03/2025 |
| Published | 14/04/2025 |
| Publication Time | 42 Days |
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