Brazilian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Aims & Scope

The Brazilian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences accepts for publication Original Papers applicable to the fields of Pharmaceutical Sciences; Reviews and Current Comment Articles, which are published under the Scientific Editor and Associate Editors invitation to recognized experts or when they are spontaneously submitted by the authors in the form of abstracts to have their importance evaluated.

A critical view of the subject with insertions of results of previous works in the field in relation to the state of art must be included; Short Communications reporting new methods and previews of works on researches of outstanding importance in which originality justify a quick publication.

A maximum of 2000 words excluding tables, figures and references is an acceptable limit.

One table, one figure and ten references may be added, and Book Reviews of the latest editions of books, prepared by specialists invited by the Scientific Editor and Associate Editors.

Thematic Supplements as well as those related to scientific meetings can be published under the Scientific Editor and/or Associate Editors agreement.

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Metrics & Ranking

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	18935

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	629

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.242

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q3

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2024	0.60

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Licensing & Copyright

This journal operates under an Open Access model. Articles are freely accessible to the public immediately upon publication. The content is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), allowing users to share and adapt the work with proper attribution.

Copyright remains with the author(s), and no permission is required for non-commercial use, provided the original source is cited.

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APC Details

The journal’s Article Processing Charge (APC) policies support open access publishing in Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics, ensuring accessibility and quality in research dissemination.

This journal does not charge a mandatory Article Processing Charge (APC). However, optional open access publication may incur fees based on the publisher’s policies.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Mucoadhesive drug delivery systems

  Citation: 216

  Authors: Flávia Chiva, Marcos Luciano, Raul Cesar, Maria Palmira Daflon

• Evaluation of skin absorption of drugs from topical and transdermal formulations

  Citation: 205

  Authors: André Luís Morais, Aline Gravinez, Mônica Esselin de Sousa, Paula Silva, Gislaine Ribeiro

• Overview of P-glycoprotein inhibitors: a rational outlook

  Citation: 175

  Authors: Kale Mohana Raghava, P. K.

• Ferulic acid and derivatives: molecules with potential application in the pharmaceutical field

  Citation: 155

  Authors: Lívia Brenelli de, Rosana, Wanderley Dantas dos, Fabio Marcio

• Environmental contamination by fluoroquinolones

  Citation: 145

  Authors: Verônica Maria Fadário, Meriellen, Antonio Carlos Silva Costa, Mauri Sergio Alves

• Cyclodextrins and ternary complexes: technology to improve solubility of poorly soluble drugs

  Citation: 143

  Authors: Janisse Crestani de, Tércio Elyan Azevedo, Francisco, Humberto Gomes

• Tetracycline: production, waste treatment and environmental impact assessment

  Citation: 140

  Authors: Alexandre Augusto, Mauri Sergio Alves

• Hair fiber characteristics and methods to evaluate hair physical and mechanical properties

  Citation: 124

  Authors: Maria Valéria Robles, Tania Cristina de Sá, Anderson Zanardi de, Nilson Dias Vieira, Claudinéia Aparecida Sales de Oliveira, Telma Mary, André Rolim

• Formulation and evaluation of topical herbal gel for the treatment of arthritis in animal model

  Citation: 114

  Authors: Rajasekaran, Arulkumaran, Arivukkarasu

• Development and evaluation of calcium alginate beads prepared by sequential and simultaneous methods

  Citation: 105

  Authors: Sanchita, S. Senthil, Balakrishnam, Sanat Kumar

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