Drug Development for Malaria: A Comprehensive Guide

Drug Development for Malaria, authored by Pravin Kendrekar, offers a systematic overview of antimalarial drug development. This book provides valuable insights from drug developers across three continents, including those from countries where malaria is prevalent. It is designed to guide drug developers, highlighting challenges and opportunities for the successful development of effective antimalarial drugs.

Current Drugs and Therapies

The book discusses the performance of current drugs and therapies, the influence of formulation and targeted delivery, and strategies to overcome drug resistance. It also covers technologies and approaches for the development of novel drugs, such as assays, computer-aided drug design, known and potential drug targets, and natural sources for novel antimalarial compounds.

Vaccination as an Alternative

Drug Development for Malaria also explores vaccination as an alternative to drug therapy. This comprehensive guide is essential for chemists and professionals working in the pharmaceutical industry, providing a detailed overview of the current state of novel antimalarial drugs and how they can be developed efficiently and cost-effectively.

Published by Wiley on August 2, 2022, this book is available in English. The ISBNs are 9783527348602 and 9783527830602. It is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the development of antimalarial drugs, offering practical advice and insights from experienced professionals in the field.