Faculty Profile

KARTHIKA K

Assistant Professor | Associate Professor

Qualification

MBBS | M.D

Contact Info

[email protected]

Bio

Dr.K.Karthika, joined Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute as a Demonstrator in 2015 and was promoted to Assistant Professor in 2016 and to Associate Professor in 2025. She was the In Charge of Case Resolution – for MBBS from 2015 to 2021.  She was the E-Learning In-charge for Pharmacology department from Aug 2016 till September 2023. She is  the E-Learning In-charge for phase II MBBS from 2021. She has been a Resource person for E-learning and Pharmacology at various national conferences.  She was the NAAC & NMC Coordinator for the Pharmacology department from 2016 to 2018 and again from 2023 till date. She was a Facilitator – NAAC Cycle 3 Accreditation process. She was the In Charge for various courses like MBBS, BDS, MDS, M.Sc. Renal Sciences and Dialysis Technology, M.Sc. Neuropharmacology, etc. She was the Organizing Secretary – ASPIRE 2023. She was the Member – AITo COPD Committee from 2020 to 2023.  She is the Clinical Pharmacologist in the G block of Sri Ramchandra Hospital from June 2024. She is also a member of the Pharmacotherapeutic Committee and Hospital Quality Assurance Division Committee.  She has completed numerous courses like Competency Based Medical Education, conducted by MEU India and the Basic Course in Clinical Research conducted by ICMR. She is a Member of SRIHER University exam support team from 2020.

 

Educations

Dr.K.Karthika has completed her MBBS from PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research in 2007. She has done her MD Pharmacology in Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute in 2013. She has completed numerous courses like Competency Based Medical Education, conducted by MEU India and the Basic Course in Clinical Research conducted by ICMR. She has also completed Revised Basic Course Workshop, AETCOM, CISP I, II, III workshops.

Research Interest

Projects

Evaluation of anti-inflammatory effect of Zolpidem

Our study aimed at evaluating the anti-inflammatory activity of Zolpidem by protein denaturation, erythrocyte membrane stabilization and proteinase inhibition assays.

Clinical effectiveness and safety of Doxophylline verses Theophylline plus Etophylline combination in chronic airway disease- a randomised, open label study

This study aims to compare the Safety and Efficacy of Tab.Doxophylline 200 mg bd versus Tab.Theophylline 23mg plus Etophylline 77mg combination tds in the treatment of Chronic Airway Diseases which are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Bronchial asthma.

In-vitro free radical scavenging activity and alpha amylase inhibitory activity of Pterocarpus marsupium extract

This study was undertaken to evaluate the in-vitro free radical scavenging activity and alpha amylase inhibitory activity of Pterocarpus marsupium extract.

Anticancer activity of L-theanine in MG-63 cell line

The aim of the study was to elucidate whether L-theanine has anticancer activity in MG-63, an osteosarcoma cell line, by 3-(4,5-dimethyl-2-thiazolyl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide (MTT) assay

Evaluation of Antidiabetic and Antioxidant Activities of L-carnosine using Enzyme Inhibition and Free Radical Scavenging Assays: An In-vitro Study

This study was undertaken to evaluate the in-vitro antidiabetic and antioxidant activities of L-carnosine.

In-silico and In-vitro Evaluation of Acetylcholinesterase Activity of Methanolic Extract of Vitex negundo

This study aims to explore the in-silico and in-vitro Evaluation of Acetylcholinesterase Activity of Methanolic Extract of Vitex negundo

Gaming and Project activity as a teaching tool for II BDS students

This study was undertaken to evaluate the effectiveness of Project based and Game based learning as a teaching tool for Dental students.

Urologic devices – Recall and Safety Issues

This project captures the important adverse events involving medical devices in the field of Urology.

Antiapoptotic and anticancer activities for Sesbania grandiflora leaves with MG 63 cell line

The aim of the study is to evaluate the antiapoptotic and anticancer activity of the extract of Sesbania grandiflora leaves in vitro by MTT assay using human osteosarcoma Mg 63 cell line

Current Guidelines for Bioavailability/ Bioequivalence Studies

This poster elucidated the current guidelines for performing Bioavailability/ Bioequivalence Studies.

Evaluation of anti-inflammatory activity of Lacosamide

This study was undertaken to estimate the anti-inflammatory activity of Lacosamide, a functional amino acid.

Protective effect of Melatonin against Oxidative Stress

This project evaluated the antioxidant activity of Melatonin, a new sedative.

Awards & Recognitions

Second Prize in the Psychiatry Quiz Competition held on 23.6.2004 at PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Coimbatore

Dr.Hema Sudhakar Gold Medal – for the Highest marks in MD Pharmacology examination – 2013

Dr.Hema Sudhakar Gold Medal – for the Highest marks in MD Pharmacology examination – 2013

Special Jury award at MATWINS National Conference, 2022.

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Membership

Member - Pharmacotherapeutic Committee, G Block

This committee monitors the usage of drugs and the incidence of adverse effects.

Member - Hospital Quality Assurance Division Committee, G Block

This Committee monitors to ensure that the required quality processes are followed throughout the hospital and takes steps to ensure the same

Member – SRIHER examination support team

The members of the SRIHER examination support team monitor the theory and practical examinations and ensure that all the regulations are followed. They visit the examination halls and inspect the exams

Member – Antibiotic Stewardship/Monitoring Committee, Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre

This committee monitors the usage of oral and parenteral antibiotics and ensures that the DDD is within normal limits. It monitors the usage of restricted antibiotics.

E-learning, LMS and Samsung Tablet Usage Monitoring Committee

This Committee monitors, regulates and analyses the usage of E-learning, LMS and Samsung Tablets of the MBBS students. It approves the installation of apps for the benefit of the students.

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