- Definition: Alphabetical Classification arranges items in A–Z order for quick reference and systematic organization.
- Uses: Alphabetical Classification simplifies indexing, retrieval, and categorization in libraries, research, and data management.
- In this method, drugs are arranged in alphabetical order based on their common name, botanical name, or official name as listed in pharmacopoeias or reference books.
Examples:
- A → Aconite
- B → Belladonna
- C → Cinchona
- D → Digitalis
Sources for Alphabetical Classifications:
- Pharmacopoeias (e.g., Indian Pharmacopoeia, British Pharmacopoeia, United States Pharmacopoeia)
- Reference books (e.g., The Merck Index, Herbal Pharmacopeias)
Advantages:
- Easy to refer to and understand.
- Frequently used in indexes of books and dictionaries.
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Disadvantages:
- No scientific basis.
- Does not provide information about chemical composition, pharmacological effects, or therapeutic applications.
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