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Pharmacology

Pharmacology is an international journal of experimental and clinical pharmacology focused on drug discovery, development, and therapy. It publishes work ranging from basic to clinical studies, including bench-to-bedside research, reverse translational studies, and precision medicine approaches, with primary article categories including research articles, reviews, and commentaries for audiences in pharmacology, toxicology, pharmaceutical medicine, and biomedical sciences.

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Subject Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Impact Factor 3.2
Quartile Q2
Open Access Type Closed
ISSN 0031-7012
eISSN 1423-0313
Invitation Only No
Cost Range Institutional online access is EUR 4700.00, CHF 4695.00, or USD 5215.00 per year for 2026 depending on region; personal online access is EUR 710.00, CHF 710.00, or USD 789.00 per year for 2026 depending on region.

Submission Instructions

Pharmacology accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Research Article

Cover Letter Cover letter is required. Cover letter must describe the knowledge gap addressed, the research implications and significance, how the manuscript fits the journal scope, and the manuscript’s unique contributions, and must name any special issue or collection and invitation if applicable.
Abstract Abstract is required. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Introduction, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
Manuscript Research Articles are typically 5000 words in length. Manuscript must include the sections Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion. Manuscript must include 3–5 keywords, a statements section before the references, and any use of generative AI must be declared in the Methods or Acknowledgements.
References Citations must be numbered sequentially in square brackets and the reference list must include only cited works arranged numerically in citation order, listing up to 6 authors before using et al.
Figures & Tables Research Articles typically include 4 to 8 tables and figures. Tables and figures must be submitted as separate files rather than embedded in the manuscript. Figure legends must be included at the end of the manuscript text, and table headers must be included in the table file.
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Review Article

Cover Letter Cover letter is required. Cover letter must describe the knowledge gap addressed, explain the manuscript's implications and significance, outline its fit with the journal's scope, emphasize its unique contributions, and name any special issue or collection and invitation if applicable.
Abstract Abstract is required. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Background, Summary, and Key Messages.
Manuscript Review Articles are typically 5000 words in length. Review Article must include a critical discussion of reported data and a clear conclusion with potential impacts on the standard of care. Manuscript must include 3–5 keywords and the statements Acknowledgement, Conflict of Interest Statement, Funding Sources, and Author Contributions after the main body and before the references, and any generative AI use must be declared in the Acknowledgements section.
References References must be cited sequentially with Arabic numerals in square brackets, include only works cited in the text, be listed numerically in citation order, and list up to 6 authors before adding et al.
Figures & Tables Review Articles typically include 4 to 8 tables and figures. Figures and tables must be uploaded as separate items in their original file format, and figure legends must be placed at the end of the article after the reference list.
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Systematic Review

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Systematic Reviews must include a short structured abstract. Abstract must be structured with the headings Introduction, Methods, Results, and Conclusion. Abstract headings must be Introduction, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
Manuscript Systematic Reviews are typically 5000 words in length. Manuscript should be presented in Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion format, with clearly defined review subjects and methods detailing the literature search strategy, bibliographic search, article selection, protocol availability, and registration information if available. Manuscript must include 3–5 keywords and a statements section after the main body and before the references, and any use of generative AI must be declared in the Methods or Acknowledgements section.
References In-text citations must use sequential Arabic numerals in square brackets, and references must be listed only for cited works in numerical order with up to 6 authors before adding et al.
Figures & Tables Systematic Reviews typically include 4 to 8 tables and figures. Tables and figures must be submitted as separate files, with one file per figure and figure legends placed at the end of the manuscript text.
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Brief Report

Cover Letter Cover letter is required. Cover letter must describe the knowledge gap addressed, discuss the research significance and implications, explain fit with the journal scope, emphasize the manuscript’s unique contribution, and name any special issue or invited collection if applicable.
Abstract Abstract is required. Abstract must be short, but no specific word or character limit is stated. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Introduction, Methods, Results, and Conclusion, and must not include bibliographic references or references to figures or tables.
Manuscript Manuscript is typically 3000 words in length. Manuscript must follow the same structure as a full-length research article and include Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion sections. Manuscript must include 3–5 keywords, the required statements after the main body and before the references, figure legends, and a declaration of any generative AI use in the Methods or Acknowledgements section.
References References must use a numerical citation style with sequential Arabic numerals in square brackets. Reference list must include only cited publications and be arranged numerically in the order of citation, listing up to 6 authors before adding et al. for additional authors.
Figures & Tables Brief Reports may include up to 3 tables and figures. Figures and tables must be uploaded as separate items in their original file format, and figure legends must be included in the manuscript.
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Recent Publications

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10.1159/000552108
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Ciprofol versus Propofol for General Anesthesia Induction in Major Orthopedic Surgery: Efficacy and Safety Analyses Pertaining to Anesthetic Parameters

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Antiplatelet Therapy After Endovascular Intracranial Aneurysm Surgery: Comparative Effectiveness and Safety Insights from Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Qiuling Chen, Yaowang Lin, Cheng Liu, Qiuqiong Jiang, Jianglin Li, Hui Zhan

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Tocilizumab Biosimilars Versus Reference Tocilizumab in Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Meta-Analysis of Pharmacokinetic Biosimilarity, Efficacy, Safety, and Immunogenicity

Young Ho Lee, Gwan Gyu Song

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Effects and safety of Ginkgo biloba extract on hyperlipidemia: a meta-analysis of randomised controlled trial

Ke Wang, Yan Sun, Xuying Zhu, Liyu Tao, Xiaoyu Liang, Siyan Xu, Yiding Sun

10.1159/000552374
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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

Accepted papers are published online within a few days of acceptance as Early View. Articles are published electronically ahead of print shortly after authors approve publication. Authors should return proof corrections within 48 hours.

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Is a cover letter required?

A cover letter is required and should describe the gap in knowledge addressed, the implications and significance of the research, how the manuscript fits the journal scope, and the manuscript’s unique contributions. Submissions for a special issue or article collection should name it and identify any invitation where applicable.

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What are the publication costs?

Subscription-based journal. 2026 institutional online access costs EUR 4700.00, CHF 4695.00, or USD 5215.00 per year depending on region. 2026 personal online access costs EUR 710.00, CHF 710.00, or USD 789.00 per year depending on region.

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Research Topics

Receptor Mechanisms and Signaling Neuroscience and Neuropharmacology Research Diverse Scientific and Economic Studies Nitric Oxide and Endothelin Effects Human auditory perception and evaluation Neuropeptides and Animal Physiology Neurotransmitter Receptor Influence on Behavior Ion channel regulation and function Pain Mechanisms and Treatments Drug Transport and Resistance Mechanisms Pharmacogenetics and Drug Metabolism Cardiac electrophysiology and arrhythmias Cardiac Ischemia and Reperfusion Legal Cases and Commentary Eicosanoids and Hypertension Pharmacology Asthma and respiratory diseases Pharmacological Effects and Toxicity Studies Adipose Tissue and Metabolism Inflammatory mediators and NSAID effects Neuroendocrine regulation and behavior Diet and metabolism studies Epilepsy research and treatment Helicobacter pylori-related gastroenterology studies Metabolism and Genetic Disorders Hormonal Regulation and Hypertension

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