Department of Pharmacy
Faculty
Faculty of Sciences and EngineeringAddress
A/2, Jahurul Islam Avenue
Jahurul Islam City, Aftabnagar
Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh
- Ph. D. ; Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Jadavpur University, Kolkata-700032, India
- M. Pharm, University of Science and Technology, Chittagong (USTC).
- B. Pharm (Hons.), University of Science & Technology, Chittagong (USTC)
Dr. Farhana Rizwan is a highly accomplished academician, researcher, and pharmacist with a passion for advancing healthcare through innovative research and education. Born in 1977, she developed an early interest in the field of pharmacy, driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact on patient well-being.
Ms. Farhana earned her Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. PHRM) degree with honors from the first private University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Bangladesh, University of Science & Technology, Chittagong (USTC). Recognized for her academic excellence, she continued her education, completing a Master's in Pharmaceutical Sciences, focusing on general pharmacy. After completing her M. PHRM, Ms. Rizwan transitioned to academia, joining the faculty at a renowned private university, East West University. Her teaching philosophy revolves around nurturing a deep understanding of pharmaceutical principles while inspiring critical thinking among her students. Known for her engaging lectures and commitment to mentorship, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of pharmacists.
Driven by a commitment to scholarly pursuits, Farhana pursued a Ph.D. in Clinical Pharmacy & Pharmacology from Jadavpur University, Kolkata, a leading research institution of India. Her doctoral research delved into pre-clinical and clinical research, contributing valuable insights to the field. During this time, she published several peer-reviewed articles in reputable scientific journals, establishing herself as a rising star in clinical research.
Simultaneously, Dr. Rizwan continued her research endeavors, securing research grants and collaborating with industry partners. Currently, a collaborative research project is going on, titled, “Lipid Nano capsule loaded topical system for transdermal delivery of estradiol as hormone replacement therapy for early postmenopausal women”, funded by Beximco Pharmaceuticals Limited. Her work has spanned a diverse range of topics, from nanoparticle based-drug discovery to analytical pharmaceutical chemistry, demonstrating her versatility in contributing to various aspects of pharmaceutical science. Her commitment to the advancement of pharmaceutical knowledge and dedication to improving patient outcomes exemplify her as a leader in the field.
Beyond her academic and research pursuits, Farhana remains actively involved in various departmental activities, contributing to Department Development Committee, Technical Committee, Curriculum Development Committee, Examination Committee, Ethical Review Committee of Pharmacy department of EWU, and advocating for advancements in pharmacy practice. Her multifaceted career continues to inspire aspiring pharmacists and researchers alike, making her a respected figure in both academia and the pharmaceutical industry.
- Associate Professor ( October 7, 2020 - till date) at Department of Pharmacy, East West University
- Assistant Professor (July 29, 2013 – October 6, 2020) at Department of Pharmacy, East West University
- Senior Lecturer (August 16, 2009 – July 28, 2013) at Department of Pharmacy, East West University
- Lecturer (January 17, 2006 – August 15, 2009) at Department of Pharmacy, East West University
- Lecturer (November 4, 2004 – January 16, 2006) at Department of Pharmacy, Bangladesh University
- Clinical and Hospital Pharmacy
- Clinical and Basic research of Pharmacology
- Clinical and Hospital Microbiology
- Public Health
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Farhana Rizwan* , Farjana Khatun , Mamunur Rahman , Halima Tus Sadia , Forhad Monjur (2025). Understanding Urban Bangladeshi Women's Perspectives on Menstruation and Menstrual Products: A Cross-Sectional Survey. Cureus 17(9): e93152. doi:10.7759/cureus.93152
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Farhana Rizwan*, Saquiba Yesmine, Harun Ur Rashid, Forhad Monjur, Mamunur Rahman,Tapan Kumar Chatterjee (2025). Effects of Stevia on Inflammatory Markers, Renal and Hematological Parameters in Patients With Stage I-III Chronic Kidney Disease: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial in Bangladesh. Cureus. 17(7): e88152. PMCID: PMC12357525; DOI: 10.7759/cureus.88152
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S. Paul , T. M. Uddin , M. A. Samadd, M. Abdurrahim , M. S. Hossain , M. R. Sarkar5*, S. R. Rony, and F. Rizwan (2024). In vitro assessment of immediate release Dapagliflozin tablets for type 2 diabetes mellitus treatment. Bangladesh J. Sci. Ind. Res. 59(3), 139-148. DOI: https://doi.org/10.3329/bjsir.v59i3.73411.
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Nazifa Tabassum, Basrat Jahan Deea, Farhana Rizwan, Sufia Islam (2024). Behavioral Alterations Caused by Pain and Inflammation in Rodent Models. Bangladesh Pharmaceutical Journal. 27(2):201-206. DOI: 10.3329/bpj.v27i2.75189
- Farhana Rizwan*, Forhad Monjur, Mamunur Rahman, Samiha Tamanna, Noor Muhammad Khan, Muhammad Rafiqul Islam, Samira Alam, Lamia Mariyam (2023). Burnout risks in Bangladeshi Physicians: A multicenter, cross-sectional study. Heliyon 9(12), e22386. DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e22386. ( Impact Factor: 4)
- Sufia Islam, Nazia Hoque, Nishat Nasrin, Mehnaz Hossain, Farhana Rizwan, Kushal Biswas, Muhammad Asaduzzaman, Sabera Rahman, David W. Hoskin, Saki Sultana, and Christian Lehmann (2022). "Iron Overload and Breast Cancer: Iron Chelation as a Potential Therapeutic Approach, Life 12 (7), 963. https://doi.org/10.3390/life12070963. (Impact Factor: 3.2)
- Farhana Rizwan, Harun Ur Rashid, Saquiba Yesmine, Forhad Monjur, Tapan Kumar Chatterjee∗(2022). POTENTIAL BENEFICIAL EFFECTS OF STEVIOSIDE IN CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE (CKD) PATIENTS (STAGE-I TO STAGE-III): A PROSPECTIVE CLINICAL TRIAL IN A TERTIARY HOSPITAL IN BANGLADESH. Kidney International Reports; 7(2): Supplements, S177-S178. DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ekir.2022.01.415. (Impact Factor: 6.00)
- Farhana Rizwan, Saquiba Yesmine , Ishtiaque Ahmed Chowdhury , Sultana Gulshana Banu, Tapan Kumar Chatterjee∗ (2020). Dataset concerning effects of stevia (Stevia rebaudiana bertoni), amlodipine, losartan, and valsartan on water consumption, blood glucose and heart tissue in gentamycin-induced nephrotoxicity in the rat model. Data in Brief; 31(2020); 105965. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dib.2020.105965
- Farhana Rizwan, Saquiba Yesmine, Sultana Gulshan Banu, Ishtiak Ahmed Chowdhury, Rajibul Hasan, Tapan Kumar Chatterjee⁎ (2019). Renoprotective effects of stevia (Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni), amlodipine, valsartan, and losartan in gentamycin-induced nephrotoxicity in the rat model: Biochemical, hematological and histological approaches. Toxicology Reports; 6; 683-691; (Impact Factor: 0.807); https://doi.org/10.1016/j.toxrep.2019.07.003
- Farhana Rizwan, Harun Ur Rashid, Saquiba Yesmine, Forhad Monjur, Tapan Kumar Chatterjee∗ (2018). Preliminary analysis of the effect of Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana) in patients with chronic kidney disease (stage I to stage III). Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications. 12 (2018) 17–25. (Impact Factor: 1.5); https://doi.org/10.1016/j.conctc.2018.08.007
- Monjur, F., Rizwan, F., Ghosh, N. K., (2018). SURGICAL SITE INFECTION RELATED RISK FACTORS AND USAGE OF ANTIBIOTICS IN TWO DIFFERENT TERTIARY CARE HOSPITALS OF DHAKA CITY, BANGLADESH. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research. 11(8):184-188.
- Forhad Monjur, Farhana Rizwan. (2018). A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY ON BENZODIAZIPINE (BZD) ABUSERS OF DHAKA CITY: A SOCIO-PSYCHOLOGICAL CONDITION OF BANGLADESH. Universal Journal of Pharmaceutical Research 3(5); DOI: 10.22270/ujpr.v3i5.196
- Nobo Krishna Ghosh, Farhana Tanzin, Forhad Manjur, Farhana Rizwan, Morsheda Khanam, SM Shatil Shahriar, (2018). Antipyretic effect of oral versus rectal acetaminophen in children-A randomized comparative study. World J Pharm Res. 7, 1722-34
- Nobo Krishna Ghosh, Farhana Tanjin, Forhad Monzur, Farhana Rizwan, Morsheda Khanam, Bijoy Chakraborty, Kazi Touhidul Alam, (2018). PREVALENCE OF IRON DEFICIENCY IN CHILDREAN WITH FEBRILE SEIZURE.
- Rizwan, F., Monjur, F., Tanjia, N. and Ghosh, N.K., (2015). A Comparative study between infant and neonate patients suffering from diarrhea in Dhaka city of Bangladesh. Asian Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 5(50), pp.7-10.; ISSN 2249-622X.
- Islam, S., Nasrin, N., Rizwan, F., Nahar, L., Bhowmick, A., Esha, S., A., Kaisar Ali Talukder, K., A., Akter, M., Roy, A., Ahmed, M., (2015). Microbial contamination of street vended foods from a University campus in Bangladesh. South East Asian Journal of Tropical Medicine and Public Health, 46(3), pp.480; (Impact Factor: 0.209).
- Rizwan F*., Monjur F., Ghosh N. K., Salim A. F., M., and Haque M. F., (2015). A Prospective Study on Bacterial Isolates causing Neonatal Septicemia and their Sensitivity Pattern in a Tertiary level Hospital of Dhaka, Bangladesh. International Research Journal of Medical Sciences, 3(2), pp.16-21. ISSN 2320 –7353
- Monjur, F. and Rizwan, F., (2014). A cross-sectional study of morphological types of anemia in pulmonary tuberculosis patients and associated risk indicators in a selected hospital of Dhaka city, Bangladesh. Int J Chem Environ Biol Sci, 2(4), pp.215-9.; ISSN 2320–4087
- Islam S, Rizwan F, Nasrin N, Nahar L, Ahmed M., (2014). Microbial contamination of fixed and Mobile Street vended food around the campus of East West University in Dhaka, Bangladesh. EWUCRT working paper no. 8. East West University, Dhaka, Bangladesh (Funded by EWUCRT).
- Rizwan, F., Monjur F., Asaduzzaman, M., Nasrin, N., Ghosh, N. K., Samsuzzaman, A., K., M., Afzal, S., A., Apu, A., S., Howlader, A., Salim, A., F., M., (2012). Antibiotic susceptibility patterns of uropathogens isolated from pediatric patients in a selected hospital in Bangladesh. Int. J. Pharm. Sci. Rev. Res., 14(1), no. 01, pp.1-3. ISSN 0976 – 044X
- Nasrin, N., Asaduzzaman, M., Imam, K., M., A., Mowla, R., Rizwan, F., Monjur, F. (2012). Common geriatric disorders and their management in selected hospitals of Bangladesh. Int. J Pharm Sci Rev Res, 30(2), pp-5
- Apu, A.S., Hossain, F., Rizwan, F., Bhuiyan, S.H., Matin, M. and Jamaluddin, A.T.M., (2012). Study of pharmacological activities of methanol extract of Jatropha gossypifolia fruits. Journal of basic and clinical pharmacy, 4(1), p.20.
- Apu, A.S., Ireen, K., Bhuyan, S.H., Matin, M., Hossain, M.F. and Rizwan, F., (2012). Anti-diarrheal Potential of Jatropha gossypifolia (Linn.). J Med Sci, 12, pp.274-9.
- Apu, A.S., Liza, M.S., Jamaluddin, A.T.M., Howlader, M.A., Saha, R.K., Rizwan, F. and Nasrin, N., (2012). Phytochemical screening and in vitro bioactivities of the extracts of aerial part of Boerhavia diffusa Linn. Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine, 2(9), pp.673-678.
- Md. Amran Howlader, Apurba Sarker Apu*, Repon Kumer Saha, Farhana Rizwan, Nishat Nasrin, Muhammad Asaduzzaman (2012). CYTOTOXIC ACTIVITY OF N-HEXANE, CHLOROFORM AND CARBON TETRACHLORIDE FRACTIONS OF THE ETHANOLIC EXTRACT OF LEAVES AND STEMS OF BACCAUREA RAMIFLORA (LOUR.). , IJPSR; 3(3): 822-825; ISSN: 0975-8232.
- Asaduzzaman, M., Nasrin, N., Rizwan, F., Monjur, F. and Mowla, R., (2011). Trends of prescribing for out-door geriatric patients in a private hospital in Bangladesh. Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science, 1(10), p.123.
- Howlader, M.A., Rizwan, F., Sultana, S., Rahman, M.R., Shams-Ud-Doha, K.M., Mowla, R. and Apu, A.S., (2011). Antimicrobial, antioxidant and cytotoxic effects of methanolic extracts of leaves and stems of Glycosmis pentaphylla (Retz.). Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science, 1(8), pp.137.
- Nasrin, N., Asaduzzaman, M., Mowla, R., Rizwan, F., and Alam, A., (2011). A comparative study of physical parameters of selected ketorolac tromethamine tablets available in the pharma market of Bangladesh. Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science, 1(8), pp.11.
- Monjur, F., Rizwan, F., Asaduzzaman, M., Nasrin, N., Ghosh, N.K., Apu, A.S. and Haque, F. (2010). Antibiotic sensitivity pattern of causative organisms of neonatal septicemia in an urban hospital of Bangladesh. Indian J Med Sci, 64(6), pp.265-271; (Impact Factor: 2.379)
- Ghosh, N., Mannan, M.A., Monjur, F., Rizwan, F., and Salim, A.F.M., (2010). Escalated regimen of hepatitis B vaccine in childhood hematological malignancies while on chemotherapy. Southeast Asian Journal of Tropical Medicine and Public Health, 41(3), p.555; (Impact Factor: 0.209).
- Rizwan, F., Mim, A., M., Rasul, A., Haque, R., Siddique, A., Sarker, M., A., Islam, S., (2008). IN VITRO SENSITIVITY STUDY OF DIFFERENT BRANDS OF ANTIAMOEBIC SECNIDAZOLE AND TINIDAZOLE ORAL PREPARATIONS AGAINST ENTAMOEBA HISTOLYTICA INFECTED BANGLADESHI POPULATION. The Bangladesh Journal of Scientific Research, 21(1&2): pp.43-49.
- Islam, S., Sarker, M.A., Rizwan, F., Haque, R., Siddique, A., Parveen, S. and Islam, S., (2008). In vitro sensitivity of different brands of antiamoebic drugs (metronidazole tablets) against clinical isolates of Entamoeba histolytica in Bangladesh. Journal of Biological Science, 8(5): 925-929. ISSN: 1727-3048.
Abstract published in conference proceedings:
- 1. Farhana Rizwan. Lipid Nano-Capsule (LNC) Loaded Hydrogel for Trans-dermal Application. The Symposium on Strengthening Industry–Academia Partnership in Healthcare and Materials Science was held on 18 September 2025 (Thursday) at the Nabab Nawab Ali Chowdhury Senate Bhaban, University of Dhaka, jointly organized by the Faculty of Pharmacy and the Faculty of Engineering, University of Dhaka, and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), Germany.
- 2. Sefat Ahmed, Sojib Ahammed, Anniha Afrin, Khadiza Binte Razzak, Farhana Rizwan*. “Dietary Supplements Available in the Bangladeshi Local Market: Consumption Trends, Consumer Knowledge, Purchase Behavior, and Health Implications.” The Symposium on Strengthening Industry–Academia Partnership in Healthcare and Materials Science was held on 18 September 2025 (Thursday) at the Nabab Nawab Ali Chowdhury Senate Bhaban, University of Dhaka, jointly organized by the Faculty of Pharmacy and the Faculty of Engineering, University of Dhaka, and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), Germany.
- 3. Jannatul Ferdous Moumita, Jannatul Ferdous Tanjina, Farhana Akter, Md Raihan Sarker , and Farhana Rizwan*. Detection and Quantification of Hydroquinone and Heavy Metals in Skin Fairness Creams Available in Bangladeshi Market. International Conference on Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences (ICPHS), 6-7 December 2024. Organized by Department of Pharmacy, University of Asia Pacific.
- 4. Sumyia Chowdhury, Fahmida Chowdhury, Farhana Akter, Md Raihan Sarker , and Farhana Rizwan* Detection and Quantification of Hydroquinone and Heavy Metals in Lipsticks Available in Bangladeshi Market. International Conference on Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences (ICPHS), 6-7 December 2024. Organized by Department of Pharmacy, University of Asia Pacific.
- 5. Basrat Jahan Deea*, Dr. Farhana Rizwan, Dr. Sufia Islam, Mutakabrun Shima. Exploring Anti-depressive Effects of Conventional Antidiabetic Drugs and Their Combination in Fructose-Induced Diabetic Mice. International Conference on Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences (ICPHS), 6-7 December 2024. Organized by Department of Pharmacy, University of Asia Pacific.
- 6. Farhana Rizwan*, Forhad Mojur. Menstrual product knowledge among adult and adolescent Bangladeshi female: an online survey. ISPEs 15th Asian Conference on Pharmacoepidemiology, 26-28 October 2023, Bengaluru, India
- 7. Farhana Rizwan*, Tanjina Afrin, Mamunur Rahman, Nishat Nasrin, Forhad Monjur. A Review on Bioremediation approaches for heavy metal pollution in Bangladesh. 5th Euro-Mediterranean Conference for Environmental Integration (EMCEI-23) at University of Calabria Convention Centre in Rende (Cosenza), Italy from 2-5th October, 2023 (Accepted).
- 8. Nazifa Tabassum*, Basrat Jahan Deea, Farhana Rizwan, Sufia Islam. Behavioral alterations caused by pain and inflammation in rodent models, 5th International Conference on Biotechnology in Health and Agriculture 2023, September 1-3, 2023.
- 9. Farhana Rizwan* Forhad Monjur, Mamunur Rahman, Samiha Tamanna, Noor Muhammad Khan, Muhammad Rafiqul Islam, Saumen Karan, Samira Alam, Lamia Mariyam. Burnout risks in Bangladeshi healthcare-professionals: A multi-center, cross-sectional study. THE 2nd INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 2023. 10-11th February, 2023.University of Dhaka
10. Reatul Karim, Farhana Rizwan, Md. Mahbubur Rahman Tanim, Sabrin Khan. Comparing in vitro Permeability of a Nanocarrier-Hydrogel Hybrid System with an Alcoholic Hydrogel for Sustained Transdermal Drug Delivery. The 7th World Congress on Recent Advances in Nanotechnology. April 2022; DOI: 10.11159/nddte22.132 - 11. Reatul Karim, Farhana Rizwan, Md. Mahbubur Rahman Tanim, Sabrin Khan. Design and Evaluation of Nanocarrier Embedded Hybrid Hydrogels for Topical Delivery of Hydrophobic Molecules. The 7th World Congress on Recent Advances in Nanotechnology. April 2022. DOI: 10.11159/nddte22.119
- 12. Farhana Rizwan, Harun-Ur-Rashid, Saquiba Yesmine, Forhad Monjur, Tapan Kumar Chatterjee*. POTENTIAL BENEFICIAL EFFECTS OF STEVIOSIDE IN CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE (CKD) PATIENTS (STAGE-I TO STAGE-III): A PROSPECTIVE CLINICAL TRIAL IN A TERTIARY HOSPITAL IN BANGLADESH. ISN World Congress of Nephrology. February 24-27, 2022. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
- 13. Farhana Rizwan, Harun-Ur-Rashid, Saquiba Yesmine, Tapan Kumar Chatterjee*. Beneficial effects of stevia in CKD patients (Stage I to Stage III): A Prospective clinical study in a tertiary hospital in Bangladesh (Accepted). Abstract No.: WCN20-0448. ISN World Congress of Nephrology 2020. Abu Dhabi; UAE
- 14. Tomal Goshwami, and Farhana Rizwan*. Psychobehavioral Attributes Associated with Patients Useable Xylometazoline (Nasal Spray): A Cross-Sectional Pilot Study. 1st Multidisciplinary International Conference on the Social and Life Sciences. February 27-29, 2020; pp-74; ISBN: 978-984-34-8662-2.
- 15. Farhana Rizwan. Renoprotective, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of Stevia (Stevioside) in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) patients: a comparison with Angiotensin Receptor Blocker, Losartan / Valsartan and Ca2+ Channel Blocker, Amlodipine. ISN-Pioneer Award-2017 presentation Ceremony & Scientific Seminar on "Global Burden of Chronic Kidney Disease." Date: 13th January 2018, Venue: Conference Hall, Kidney Foundation Hospital & Research Institute, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
- 16. Farhana Rizwan, Saquiba Yesmine, Nur-E-Hafiza, Forhad Monjur, and Tapan Kumar Chatterjee. Phytochemical Screening of Methanolic Extracts of Leaves Part of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni in Bangladesh. pp: 35-43. Universal Academic Cluster International November Conference in Bangkok; 10-11 November 2016; SM Tower, Bangkok, Thailand
- 17. Farhana Rizwan. A cross-sectional study of morphological types of anemia in pulmonary tuberculosis patients and associated risk indicators in a selected Hospital of Dhaka City, Bangladesh. 4th International Conference on Biology and Medical Sciences (ICBMS'14), December 15-17, Pattaya, Thailand.
- 18. Farhana Rizwan. Antibiotic susceptibility patterns of uropathogens isolated from pediatric patients in a selected hospital in Bangladesh. International Environment & Health Conference, 6-7 June 2012 at Penang of Malaysia.
- 19. Farhana Rizwan. Changing of resistance pattern of antibiotics against bacterial isolates causing neonatal septicemia in an Urban Hospital of Dhaka, Bangladesh. International Environment & Health Conference, 6-7 June 2012 at Penang of Malaysia.
- 20. Farhana Rizwan. In Vitro Sensitivity of Secnidazole and Tinidazole Oral Preparations against Entamoeba histolytica. In: Proceedings of the 12th Annual Scientific Conference (ASCON XII), February 9-12, 2009, ICDDR, B, Dhaka, Bangladesh (Page No. 145).
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Conference Attended:
- The Symposium on Strengthening Industry–Academia Partnership in Healthcare and Materials Science was held on 18 September 2025 (Thursday) at the Nabab Nawab Ali Chowdhury Senate Bhaban, University of Dhaka, jointly organized by the Faculty of Pharmacy and the Faculty of Engineering, University of Dhaka, and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), Germany.
- International Conference on Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences (ICPHS), 6-7 December 2024. Organized by Department of Pharmacy, University of Asia Pacific.
- THE 2nd INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 2023. 10-11th February, 2023. University of Dhaka.
- 1st Multidisciplinary International Conference on the Social and Life Sciences. February 27-29, 2020; pp-74; ISBN: 978-984-34-8662-2.
- ISN-Pioneer Award-2017 presentation Ceremony & Scientific Seminar on "Global Burden of Chronic Kidney Disease." Date: 13th January 2018, Venue: Conference Hall, Kidney Foundation Hospital & Research Institute, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
- Universal Academic Cluster International November Conference in Bangkok; 10-11 November 2016; SM Tower, Bangkok, Thailand
- 14th World Congress on Public Health, Kolkata, India, From February 11-15, 2015
- 4th International Conference on Biology and Medical Sciences (ICBMS'14), From December 15-17, Pattaya, Thailand.
- International Environment & Health Conference, From 6-7 June 2012 at Penang, Malaysia.
- 12th Annual Scientific Conference (ASCON XII), From February 9-12, 2009, ICDDR, B, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Published Books and Book Chapter:
- Tapan Kumar Chatterjee, Farhana Rizwan, Sharmily Chakrabarti. (January 2018). Quintessence of Pharmacovigilance. Publisher: PharmaMed Press, Hyderabad. ISBN: 978-93-8681-946-8
- Rizwan, F., Ettela, A., Monjur, F., (2011). Antibiotic susceptibility patterns of pathogens causing typhoid fever in hospitalized children in Dhaka city. LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, Germany. ISBN: 978-3-8473-0706-8.
- Rahman, M., Rizwan, F., Monjur, F., (2011). Prevalence of intestinal parasites and their effects on the people. Publishing House: VDM Verleg Dr. Muller. ISBN: 13: 978-3-639-34043-3.
- Islam, S., Sarker, M., A., Rizwan, F., (2010). In-vitro sensitivity study of different brands of oral metronidazole against Entamoeba histolytica infected Bangladeshi population. publishing house: VDM Verlag Dr. Müller. ISBN-13: 978-3-639-21006-4
1. Title: "Lipid Nano capsule loaded topical system for transdermal delivery of estradiol as hormone replacement therapy for early postmenopausal women."
Funded By: Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd. & Nuvista Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Status: In progress.
2. Title: "Microbial contamination of fixed and mobile street food vended around the campus of East West University in Dhaka, Bangladesh"
Funded By: EWUCRT
Status: Completed
Dr. Farhana Rizwan has been appointed as Member Secretary of the National Expert Committee on Price List Update of Essential Medicines by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Bangladesh
- Member of Young Nephrologist Committee.
- Member of International Society of Nephrology (ISN).
- The reviewer of the Journal of Functional Foods. Elsevier Publishing House.
- Member of The Japanese Pharmacological Society (JPS).
- Member of Rotary International. PHF (Paul Harris Fellowship) owner.
- Management Team member of Human Aid Bangladesh (Non-profit organization).
