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Dr. KAVITHA.C
Associate Professor
Department of Pharmacognosy
- Email: kavithacmpharm@gmail.com
- Mobile: +91 9840791995
Overview
Dr. C. Kavitha is a dedicated academician and researcher in Pharmacognosy with over 15 years of teaching experience in pharmacy education, complemented by early-career clinical and pharmacy practice as a hospital pharmacist (2001–2005) and online pharmacist at Santec Solution Pvt. Ltd. (2005–2007), bringing a strong integration of academic and practical healthcare expertise. She holds a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences (2024) from C.L. Baid Metha College of Pharmacy under The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, an M.Pharm in Pharmacognosy from Sri Ramachandra University (2010), and a B.Pharm from Swamy Vivekanandha College of Pharmacy (2000). Her research interests include medicinal plants, phytochemical analysis, standardization of traditional formulations, and development of plant-based therapeutics, with contributions through publications, book chapters, and academic collaborations. She is actively involved in teaching, mentoring, curriculum development, and academic evaluation, serving as evaluator, inspector, reviewer, question paper setter, examiner, and Chief Superintendent for university examinations across institutions such as The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Pondicherry University, JNTU, and SRM University, and has guided 9 B.Pharm projects, reflecting her commitment to academic excellence, research, and student development.
Google scholar Id https://scholar.google.com/citations?pli=1&authuser=1&user=-j6pqsgAAAAJ
• Quantitative estimation of secondary metabolite and inhibitory effect of Azima tetracantha leave extract against Candida albicans, V Sandhiya, C Kavitha, PharmaTutor 4 (10), 37-42, 1,2016
• SEPARATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF TRITERPENE COMPOUND EUPHOL FROM THE LEAVES OF AZIMA TETRACANTHA, C Kavitha, Sandhiya, International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research 7 (7), 3423-3427
• Promising Future of Herbal Medicine in the Treatment of Alzheimers Disease-Review, C.Kavitha, K.Dhunmati, E.Sankari. International journal of Scientific Development and Research 9 (11), 2024.
• From Algae to Antiviral an Auspicious Journey of Spirulina Over Decade: A Review. Kavitha .C, Kishore.V. K, Rethika. S, Mariya Divya. I, Jayanthi. V. Journal of Chemica Health risks 14 (6), 2024
• In Vitro Evaluation of Synergistic Anti-Arthritic Properties in Combined Extracts from Boswellia serrata and Melia azedarach.TP Prabhu, S Parameswari, N Sandhiya, ND Venkatraman, T Sheela, C Kavitha. International Journal of Pharma Research 13 (2).
• Polyherbal Formulations of Gokshuradi Churna: Assessment of Heavy Metal, Aflatoxin, Pesticide Residue and Microbial Content. C Kavitha, CN Nalini, R Radha European Chemical Bulletin 12(Special Issue 1), 553-559, 2023.
• Comparative Standardization Study of Ayurvedic Formulations of Gokshuradi Churna. C Kavitha, CN Nalini, R Radha, TP Prabhu, RV Bharathi. Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results 13, 2022
• Review on antibacterial potency of combination of effective extract of Tridax procumbens, Aegle marmelos, and Acalypha indica. GS Nachiar, TP Prabhu, C Kavitha, T Sheela. 2021.
• Neutralization of Naja Naja Snake Venom by Ethanolic Leaf Extracts of Rivea Hypocrateriformis. G Shanthini Nachiar, TP Prabhu, C Kavitha, T Sheela. International Journal of Plant Biotechnology 7 (1), 26-31 2021
• Antibacterial Screening of Novel Quinazoline Derivatives. CK K.Dhunmati* , Sandhiya.V, Remya R.S., E.Sankari, M.Kousalya. Journal of Pharmaceutical Advanced Research 3 (11), 1054-1061, 2020
• Phytochemical Screening and InVitro Antibacterial, Antiarthritic Activity of Leaves of Azima tetracantha. DS Kavitha,Sandhiya Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy 4 (3), 1-7 2017.
• Free Radical Scavenging and in-vitro Antiinflammatory Activity of Azima tetracantha Leaves Extract C.KAVITHA , V.SANDHIYA. Journal of Advanced Pharmaceutical Research 7 (3), 49-55 2016.
She has handled a wide range of subjects including:
• Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry I and II
• Herbal Drug Technology
• Pharmacognosy and Phytopharmaceuticals
• Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy
• Drug store and Business Management
Her teaching approach incorporates interactive learning, case-based discussions, and integration of traditional and modern medicinal knowledge, enabling students to develop analytical and research-oriented thinking.
Dr. Kavitha has contributed to academic literature through books and scholarly chapters:
• Book Chapter (2025):
• Avocado: The Green Beauty Revolution Published in Cosmetic Values of Plants (Volume I)
• E-Book (2017):
Multiple Role of Crude Drug (Available on Amazon)
• Manuals
She has contributed to the development of application-focused manuals for D Pharm, B.Pharm and Pharm.D courses, widely adopted to support practical learning and laboratory training.
• In-vitro anti-arthritic and anti-platelet activity of the Whole plant of Enicostemma littorale (auct.non) blume (Gentianaceae).
• Effect of Pithecellobium dulce (Roxb) benth on inhibition of lipid per oxidation activity.
Seminars/Conferences Attended – 18
• Conferences Organized: 4
• Workshops & FDPs Attended: 8
Dr. Kavitha’s research includes significant contributions such as:
• Investigation of Azima tetracantha for antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties
• Standardization studies of Gokshuradi Churna, ensuring safety and quality of Ayurvedic formulations
• Evaluation of polyherbal formulations for anti-arthritic activity
• Review studies on Alzheimer’s disease and herbal therapeutic approaches
• Emerging research on Spirulina as a potential antiviral agent
• Awarded Third Prize in Oral Presentation at the International Conference on “Integrative Approach of AYUSH Medicine in Healthcare”, conducted by Captain Srinivasa Murthy Central Ayurveda Research Institute on 6th–7th January 2024 at National Institute of Ocean Technology, Chennai.
• Achieved Top Rank in the Wild Life Ecology course conducted by NPTEL 2019 through SWAYAM, earning a Gold Medal with an outstanding score of 95%.
• Honoured by VGP Marine Kingdom by Teacher’s day Felicitation Award on 5th September 2025
• These awards highlight her academic excellence, teaching effectiveness, and research involvement.
• Dr. Kavitha has undertaken multiple academic and professional responsibilities:
• These roles demonstrate her academic integrity, evaluation expertise, and administrative capability.
• Dr. Kavitha actively contributes to community and professional development initiatives:
• Delivered online coaching for MRB aspirants (2025) under Government of Tamil Nadu
• Subjects covered:
o Pharmacognosy
o Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy
o Social Pharmacy
• Her outreach activities reflect her commitment to knowledge dissemination and capacity building in healthcare education.
• Dr. Kavitha’s research contributions include the investigation of Azima tetracantha for antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, standardization studies of Gokshuradi Churna to ensure the safety and quality of Ayurvedic formulations, evaluation of polyherbal formulations for anti-arthritic activity, review studies focusing on Alzheimer’s disease and herbal therapeutic approaches, and emerging research on Spirulina as a potential antiviral agent.