Dr. Zafar Iqbal
(He/ Him)

Academic Position:

Professor

Teaching Interests:

Pharmacy, Cardio pharmacology, Ethnopharmacology, Neuropharmacology, Pharmaceutical marketing and management

Fields of Research (FoR):

Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of Cardiovascular, Renal, Hepatic, and Neurological Drugs with special emphasizes on Phytochemicals

Keywords:

Head of the department, Pharmacy, Chairperson, Zafar Iqal, Professor

Faculty:

Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Contact Details:

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Student Advising Schedule:

Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (2 PM to 4:00 PM)

BIOGRAPHY

Professor Dr. Zafar Iqbal is an academician, researcher, and pharmacist committed to excellence in pharmaceutical education, research, and innovation. He earned his Pharm.D. and M.Phil. degrees from The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, graduating as a Gold Medalist. He completed his Ph.D. in Pharmacology from Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), where he was awarded the prestigious USM Fellowship (2014–2017), served as a Student Ambassador, and received the Excellent Publication Award in recognition of his outstanding research contributions. To further strengthen his academic and professional expertise, he also earned a Postgraduate Diploma from Virginia University, USA.
Currently, Professor Dr. Zafar Iqbal serves as the Chairperson and Head of the Department of Pharmacy at The University of Chenab, Gujrat, Pakistan. In this role, he is dedicated to promoting academic excellence, advancing high-impact pharmaceutical research, and mentoring future pharmacists to become competent, ethical, and innovative healthcare professionals. His research interests include pharmacology, pharmaceutical sciences, drug delivery systems, natural products, and clinical pharmacy, with numerous publications in national and international peer-reviewed journals.
He has published over 25 high-impact research articles in renowned peer-reviewed journals, with major research contributions in cardiovascular pharmacology (CVS), novel phytochemicals, natural product research, and innovative drug delivery systems.

ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS

No.DesignationSchool/Institute/UniversityDuration / Years
1Professor/ ChairpersonThe University of Chenab, GujratFrom 1st of August 2025 till date
2Associate Professor/ProfessorBahawalpur Medical and Dental College4 Years
3Assistant ProfessorBakhtawar Amin Medical and Dental College, Multan1 Year
4Assistant ProfessorThe University of Lahore4 Years

MY QUALIFICATIONS

No.Degree / Program of Study NameAwarding Body/University/InstituteYear
1PhD in PharmacologyUniversiti Sains Malaysia2013-2017
2MPhil in PharmacologyThe Islamia University of Bahawalpur2010-2012
3Doctor of PharmacyThe Islamia University of Bahawalpur2003-2008

 

MY RESEARCH ACTIVITIES: JOURNALS ARTICLES / BOOK CHAPTERS / PATENTS

No.TitleDetails
1Vasorelaxant activities and the underlying pharmacological mechanisms of Gynura procumbens Merr. leaf extracts on rat thoracic aortaInflammopharmacology. 2017 Nov 28. doi: 10.1007/s10787-017-0422-4 (W, IF = 4.473)
2Clinical investigations on gastroprotective effects of ethanolic extract of Phyllanthus emblica Linn fruitsJournal of Herbal Medicine. 2017, 7: 11-17 (W, IF = 2.221)
3Ethnobotanical and Phytopharmacological attributes of Mesua ferreaJ App Pharm Sci, 2017; 7 (04): 242-251 (W, 2.09)
4Evaluation of prunes for hypotensive, angiotensin converting 1366.enzyme (ACE) inhibitory and diuretic activities in ratsJournal of Medicinal Plants Research (2012), 6(7), pp: 1361-1366. (X, IF = 0.8)
5Gastroprotectitive evaluation of Phyllanthus emblica in the patients with gastric ulcersValue in Health 2012; 15(7): A635. (W, IF = 5.494)
6Fast alignment (FASTA): A review articleJournal of Medicinal Plants Research (2011), 5(32), pp: 6931-6933. (X, IF = 0.8)
7Herbal treatment of irritable bowel syndrome: A reviewJournal of Medicinal Plants Research (2011), 5(32), pp: 6934-6938. (X, IF =0.8)
8Ethnobotanical survey of common medicinal plants used by people of district Sargodha, Punjab, PakistanJournal of Medicinal Plants Research (2011), 5(32), pp: 7073-7075. (X, IF = 0.8)
9Phytochemical composition and pharmacological prospectus of Ficus bengalensis Linn. (Moraceae)- A reviewJournal of Medicinal Plants Research (2011), 5(28), pp: 6393-6400. (X, IF = 0.8)
10Hepatitis-C in human urban population of Bahawalpur District, Punjab-Pakistan: Sero prevalence and risk factorsJournal of Applied Pharmacy (2009), 2(1), pp: 1-9. (0.4)
11Evaluation of antidiabetic and wound healing properties of ethanol extract of Hedera nepalensis in alloxan-induced diabetic ratsSouth African Journal of Botany (2021), 118-126. (W, 3.1)
12Pharmacovigilance: a neglected area of healthcare industry in PakistanRawal Medical Journal (2023); 48(1): 104-106. (X, 0.2)
13Safoof-e-Sharma; a magical polyherbal formulationJournal of Xi,an Shiyou University, Natural Sciences Edition (2023); 66(3): 63-80 (X, 0.4)
14A Magical Poly Herbal Formulation to Conceive a Baby BoyJournal of Xi,an Shiyou University, Natural Sciences Edition (2023); 19(5): 223-243 (X, 0.4)
15Culture of Pharmacy Theft in Asia With Its Prevention and ControlJournal of Xi,an Shiyou University, Natural Sciences Edition (2023); 19(6) 1236-1256. ISSN: 1673-064X (X, 0.4)
16Effects of Occupational Noise on Hearing of Public Transport Drivers in BahawalpurJournal of Xi,an Shiyou University, Natural Sciences Edition (2023); 19(8) 679-684. ISSN: 1673-064X (X, 0.4)
17Harmonizing Health; Revealing the Impact of Diabetes and Sensorineural Hearing LossJournal of Xi,an Shiyou University, Natural Sciences Edition (2023); 19(10) 43-48. ISSN: 1673-064X (X, 0.4)
18Perception of Major Stakeholders (Teachers) Regarding the Modular System of Medical EducationJournal of Xi,an Shiyou University, Natural Sciences Edition (2023); 19(10) 49-55. ISSN: 1673-064X (X, 0.4)
19Formulation and Characterization of Alkanna Tinctoria Loaded Emulgel And Its In Vitro And In Vivo Evaluation as A Cosmeceutical ProductRawal Medical Journal (2023); 48(4) 1009-1012 (X, 0.2)
20Formulation and Characterization of Alkanna Tinctoria Loaded Emulgel And Its In Vitro And In Vivo Evaluation as A Cosmeceutical ProductJournal of Population Therapeutics & Clinical Pharmacology (2023); 30(18) 2354-2370 (X,1.94)
21Characterization and Clinical Investigation of Cordia Myxa Extract Loaded Emulsion for Uv Protection and Anti-Aging PotentialJournal of Population Therapeutics & Clinical Pharmacology (2023); 30(18) 2382-2396 (X,1.94)
22Development, Characterization, Stability and Toxicity Evaluation of Topical Ethosomal Gel Loaded with Berberis Vulgaris l. Fruit Extract as a Cosmeceutical ProductJournal of Population Therapeutics & Clinical Pharmacology (2024); 31(1) 1887-1910 (X,1.94)
23The hybrid drug delivery system of TCPP-Co, β-cyclodextrin and piroxicam: Spectroscopic characterization, morphological reorganization and controlled release dynamicsPakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences (2026); 39(8): 2513–2526 (W, IF, 0.61)
24Gelatin: A versatile biodegradable biopolymer from collagen hydrolysis–properties, emerging applications, challenges, and prospectsFuture Medicine and Healthcare Research (2026); 4(5): 263–283
25Moringa oleifera: An updated review of its features, phytochemistry, pharmacological activities, and human consumptionThe Research of Medical Science Review (2026); 4(5): 48–70

MY RESEARCH SUPERVISION:

Areas of SupervisionIn vitro, in vivo and in silico Pharmacological and Mechanistic Investigations of Medicinal Plants, Phytochemicals, and APIs

Currently Supervising

Student NameResearch TopicAffiliation
Mudassar MazherPharmacognostic and biological studies (PhD in Pharmacognosy)The University of Karachi, Karachi

Completions

Student NameResearch TopicAffiliation