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Herbal medicines have played an important role in healthcare for centuries. In recent years, scientific interest in combining medicinal plants has increased because of their potential to produce multiple pharmacological effects and support therapeutic research. Pharmacological Perspectives on Herbal Drug Combinations: Evidence, Mechanisms, Therapeutic Applications and Safety provides a comprehensive introduction to the scientific principles behind herbal drug combinations. Designed primarily for B.Pharm students, this book explores the pharmacological activities of medicinal plants, important phytochemicals, possible mechanisms of action, therapeutic applications, and the scientific evaluation of polyherbal formulations. The book discusses key topics such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antidiabetic, hepatoprotective, and other pharmacological activities of herbal combinations. It also introduces important concepts of phytochemical screening, standardization, formulation development, herb–herb and herb–drug interactions, toxicity assessment, and safety considerations. With a student-friendly approach, structured chapters, tables, case studies, practical exercises, and review questions, this textbook aims to connect traditional herbal knowledge with modern pharmacological understanding and evidence-based research. Whether you are a pharmacy student, academician, researcher, or reader interested in herbal pharmacology, this book offers a useful foundation for understanding the scientific potential, limitations, and safe evaluation of herbal drug combinations.