Dr. Zahid Manzoor

Assistant Professor

Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology — Faculty of Bio-Sciences

Email: zahidmanzoor@cuvas.edu.pk
Phone: +92-331-5215555
Office: Room 04, Block 1
ORCID: 0000-0002-2840-6788

Biography

Dr. Zahid Manzoor is an Assistant Professor of Pharmacology and Toxicology with academic, teaching, and research experience in pharmacology, toxicology, clinical pharmacology, and biomedical sciences. His research focuses on understanding the molecular and pharmacological mechanisms underlying major human diseases and identifying potential therapeutic targets and drug candidates. His current research interests include cancer pharmacology, neurological disorders, antimicrobial resistance, metabolic disorders, and drug response mechanisms. He is particularly interested in integrating conventional pharmacology with computational and systems-based approaches, including transcriptomics, proteomics, network pharmacology, molecular docking, bioinformatics, and drug repurposing. His broader research interests include pharmacokinetics, medicinal plants and natural products, oxidative stress, molecular mechanisms of disease, and translational pharmacology. His work aims to connect molecular-level findings with clinically relevant therapeutic questions and to explore biomarkers, disease-associated pathways, mechanisms of drug resistance, and potential therapeutic interventions. He is also actively involved in postgraduate research supervision, scientific writing, systematic reviews and meta-analyses, and the development of interdisciplinary research projects in pharmacology and toxicology.

Research interests

Cancer pharmacology Cancer biology and therapeutics Neurological disorders Neuropharmacology Antimicrobial resistance Bacterial drug-resistance mechanisms Metabolic disorders Pharmacogenomics Transcriptomics and proteomics Drug repurposing Network pharmacology Molecular docking Bioinformatics Pharmacokinetics Clinical pharmacology Medicinal plants and natural products Oxidative stress Molecular mechanisms of disease Biomarker discovery Translational pharmacology

Educational information

Year	Degree	Board / University
2016	Ph.D. Pharmacology	Isra University

Academic experience

From	To	Post held	Organisation
Nov 2018	To date	Assistant Professor	Cholistan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bahawalpur

Publications

Waseem, M., Kumar, S., Sultana, R., Baboo, I., & Manzoor, Z. — Exploration of the Coleoptera Fauna in the Cholistan Desert, Punjab, Pakistan, Plant Protection2025
Shareef, Z., Murtaza, A., Fatima, G., Aqib, A. I., Manzoor, Z., Malik, M. S. U., & Hussain, H. I. — Pharmacological and Herbal Approach to Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 Management: A Comparative Analysis of Conventional Therapy and Alternative Remedy, Annales Pharmaceutiques Françaises2025
Qureshi, T. M., Nadeem, M., Muhammad, G., Abbas, W., Akram, K., Hussain, M., Manzoor, Z., & Ibrahim, S. A. — Physico-Chemical Characteristics, Antioxidant Activities, and ACE Inhibitory Potential of Pakistani Dahi Supplemented With Date Fruit Paste, Food Science & Nutrition2025
Marium, A., Naz, H., Ahmed, T., Ijaz, M. U., Usman, M., Manzoor, Z., et al. — Evaluation of catalase activity, gill histology and genotoxic effects of cadmium in Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) fingerlings, Sains Malaysiana2024
Rehman, A., Majeed, U., Shafi, A., Shahbaz, M., Baboo, I., Sultan, R., Manzoor, Z., Munir, M. M., Saif, I., Qureshi, T. M., Majeed, H., Değirmencioğlu, A., Kallinger, D., & Lackner, M. — Evaluation of antioxidant capacity and bioactive compounds in Capsicum annum L. red peppers following drying in a polycarbonate greenhouse, The EuroBiotech Journal2024
Saeed, M., Khan, M. S., Amir, K., Bi Bi, J., Asif, M., Madni, A., Kamboh, A. A., Manzoor, Z., Younas, U., & Chao, S. — Lagenaria siceraria fruit: A review of its phytochemistry, pharmacology, and promising traditional uses, Frontiers in Nutrition2022
Khan, M., Manzoor, Z., Rafiq, M., Munawar, S. H., Waqas, M. Y., Majeed, H., Shah, S. Z. A., Hussain, R., Hussain, H. I., Tahir, T., Kotwica-Mojzych, K., & Mojzych, M. — Phytochemical Screening, Anti-Inflammatory, and Antidiabetic Activities of Different Extracts from Caralluma edulis Plant, Molecules2022
Ain, Q. U., Abid, M. H., Hashim, M., Ishaq, S., Manzoor, A., Perwasha, P., Mizgan, G. E., Iqbal, M. O., Munwar, S. H., Manzoor, Z., & Khan, I. A. — Anticoagulant and Thrombolytic Activities of Leaf Extract of Mangifera indica in Smokers, Tobacco Regulatory Science2022
Waqas, M. Y., Javid, M. A., Nazir, M. M., Niaz, N., Nisar, M. F., Manzoor, Z., Bhatti, S. A., Hameed, S., & Khaliq, M. H. — Extracellular vesicles and exosome: insight from physiological regulatory perspectives, Journal of Physiology and Biochemistry2022
Manzoor, A., Khan, I. A., Kousar, S., Iqbal, M. O., Munawar, S. H., Manzoor, Z., & Perwasha, P. — Evaluation of cardioprotective potential of hydroalcohol peel extract of Citrullus colocynthis Linn. (Cucurbitaceae), Tropical Journal of Pharmaceutical Research2022
Waqas, M. Y., Javid, M. A., Nazir, M. M., Aslam, A., Bhatti, S. A., Faraz, A., Akram, Q., Niaz, N., Nisar, M. F., Ahmed, T., Asif, M., Khaliq, M. H., Munawar, S., Manzoor, Z., & Ali, Q. — A Review on Emerging Therapeutic Interventions for Corona Virus, Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International2021
Yao, L., Zhu, S., Liu, W., Manzoor, Z., Nisar, M. F., & Li, M. — A comprehensive review of pharmacological and analytical aspects of Acacetin, Natural Resources for Human Health2021
Khan, I. A., Lodhi, A. H., Munawar, S. H., Manzoor, A., Manzoor, Z., Raza, M. A., & Iqbal, O. — Assessment of ameliorative effect of Aab-e-Shifa polyherbal formulation in experimentally-induced wound in rabbits, Tropical Journal of Pharmaceutical Research2020
Batool, N., Iqbal, N., Ashraf, W., & Manzoor, Z. — Waste associated health hazards in different private hospitals: an alarming situation, Rawal Medical Journal2019
Batool, N., Iqbal, N., Gull, M., & Manzoor, Z. — Pharmacokinetics and PK/PD modeling of amoxicillin in human male and female volunteers, World Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences2018
Ashraf, W., Ashraf, A., Batool, N., Manzoor, A., Sarfraz, U., & Manzoor, Z. — Alternate control strategies versus pharmacological control of asthma: a review, World Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences2018
Abid, M. A., Manzoor, Z., Naz, U., & Ashraf, M. M. — Dose optimization and pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic integration of amoxicillin in Lohi sheep (Ovis aries) and Beetal goats (Capra hircus), The Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences2018
Iqbal, M. O., Ahmed, M. M., Arshad, S., Javaid, U., Khan, I. A., Manzoor, M., Andleeb, S., Riaz, R., Munawar, S. H., Manzoor, Z., & Mumtaz, A. — Nephroprotective effects of Alhagi camelorum against cisplatin-induced nephrotoxicity in albino Wistar rats, Molecules2017
Rasheed, A., Naz, U., Sarwar, A., Ashraf, M. M., Manzoor, Z., Munawar, S. H., Shahid, M. A., & Sarwar, A. — Historical perspective of cervical cytology: a review, Journal of University of Medical and Dental College2017
Manzoor, Z., Munawar, S. H., Iqbal, Z., & Abid, M. A. — Some pharmacokinetic data and dosage regimen of danofloxacin after intravenous administration in Nili-Ravi and Kundhi buffaloes, Buffalo Bulletin2017
Munawar, S. H., Iqbal, Z., & Manzoor, Z. — Determination of renal handling of marbofloxacin in Lohi sheep (Ovis aries) following a single intravenous administration, Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research2017
Manzoor, Z., & Iqbal, Z. — Pharmacokinetics and dosage regimen of danofloxacin by RP-HPLC/UV method in Teddy goats, Latin American Journal of Pharmacy2016
Khan, I. A., Janbaz, K. H., Aziz, A., Sattar, M., Munawar, S. H., Manzoor, Z., Raza, M. A., Fatima, G., & Hannan, A. — Tracheal relaxant effect of aqueous-methanol extract of Rumex vesicarius L. in rabbits, Scientific Research and Essays2015
Khan, I. A., Aziz, A., Sattar, M., Munawar, S. H., Manzoor, Z., Raza, M. A., Fatima, G., & Hannan, A. — Evaluation of wound healing potential of Rumex vesicarius L. leaf extract and fractions in rabbit, African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines2015
Bachaya, A., Raza, M. A., Anjum, M. A., Khan, I. A., Aziz, A., Manzoor, Z., & Munawar, S. H. — Prevalence of Ascaridia galli in White Leghorn layers and Fayoumi-Rhode Island Red crossbred flock at government poultry farm, Dina, Punjab, Pakistan, Tropical Biomedicine2015
Asif, M., Manzoor, Z., Farooq, M. S., Munawar, S. H., Aziz, A., & Khan, I. A. — Status of oxidant, antioxidant and serum enzymes in thalassemic children receiving multiple blood transfusions, Journal of Pakistan Medical Association2015
Khan, I. A., Aziz, A., Munawar, S. H., Manzoor, Z., & Raza, M. A. — Dermatological evaluation of counter irritant potential of human urine in rabbits, Journal of Pakistan Medical Association2015
Farooq, M. S., Asif, M., Shaheen, B., & Manzoor, Z. — Serum ferritin level in thalassemic patients of 10-15 years and its relationship with thyroid function tests, Medical Forum Monthly2014
Asif, M., Manzoor, Z., Shaheen, U., Kanwal, A., Rahman, Z., Hussain, Z., Munawar, S. H., Khan, I. A., Aziz, A., & Raza, M. A. — Effect of multiple blood transfusions on hormonal profile in thalassemic children, Rawal Medical Journal2014
Khan, I. A., Aziz, A., Saqib, F., Munawar, S. H., Manzoor, Z., & Raza, M. A. — Pharmacological evaluation of Rumex vesicarius Linn leaf extract and fractions in rabbit gastrointestinal ailment, African Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology2014
Khan, I. A., Aziz, A., Sarwar, H. S., Munawar, S. H., Manzoor, Z., & Anwar, H. — Evaluation of antiemetic potential of aqueous bark extract of Cinnamon loureiroi, Canadian Journal of Applied Sciences2014
Aziz, A., Khan, I. A., Ahmad, M. B., Munawar, S. H., Manzoor, Z., Bashir, S., & Raza, M. A. — Evaluation of antipyretic activity of Thuja occidentalis Linn. in PGE1 and TAB-Vaccine induced pyrexia models in rabbits, International Journal of Pharma Sciences2014
Khan, I. A., Aziz, A., Munawar, S. H., Manzoor, Z., Sattar, M., & Afzal, A. — Evaluation of counter irritant potential of aqueous bark extract of Cinnamon loureiroi, International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research & Allied Sciences2014
Aziz, A., Hussain, M., Raza, S. M., Khan, I. A., Munawar, S. H., Manzoor, Z., & Saleem, M. — In vitro anti-inflammatory activity of Lycopus europaeus Linn., International Journal of Pharma Sciences2014
Asif, M., Manzoor, Z., Farooq, M. S., Kanwal, A., Shaheen, U., Munawar, S. H., Khan, I. A., & Aziz, A. — Correlation between serum ferritin level and liver function tests in thalassemic patients receiving multiple blood transfusions, International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences2014
Aziz, A., Khan, I. A., Munawar, S. H., Manzoor, Z., & Ashraf, M. M. — Role of Lycopus europaeus methanolic extract in the enhancement of wound healing activity in experimental rats, International Journal of Pharma Sciences2014
Shaheen, U., Manzoor, Z., Khaliq, T., Kanwal, A., Muhammad, F., Hassan, I. J., Munawar, S. H., & Mazhar-ul-Haq — Evaluation of Nephroprotective effects of Foeniculum vulgare Mill, Solanum nigrum Linn and their mixture against gentamicin-induced nephrotoxicity in albino rabbit, International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research2014
Aziz, A., Khan, A. I., Hussain, M., Afza, A., Bilal, M. A., Munawar, S. H., Manzoor, Z., & Sattar, M. — Antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory activity of the extract of Lycopus europaeus on laboratory animals, International Journal of Research and Development in Pharmacy and Life Sciences2014
Khan, I. A., Aziz, A., Sattar, M., Munawar, S. H., Manzoor, Z., Raza, M. A., & Fatima, G. — Evaluation of antiemetic effect of Cynodon dactylon against all emetogenic stimuli, Scientific Research and Essays2014
Khan, I. A., Aziz, A., Manzoor, Z., Munawar, S. H., Sarwar, H. S., Afzal, A., & Raza, M. A. — Study on antipyretic activity of Rumex vesicarius leaves extract in albino rabbits, Veterinary World2014
Kanwal, A., Manzoor, Z., Shaheen, U., Rahman, Z., Hassan, I. J., Sarfraz, M., Munawar, S. H., Anwar, M., & Ali, R. — Comparison of health biomarkers before and after cesarean section in women, International Journal of Biological & Medical Research2013
Manzoor, Z., Munawar, S. H., Abbas, R. Z., Raza, M. A., & Khan, I. A. — Comparative anticoccidial activity of hydrochloric acid (HCl) and formic acid against Eimeria tenella in broiler chickens, International Journal of Biological & Medical Research2013
Aziz, A., Khan, I. A., Perveen, A., Agha, S., Munawar, S. H., & Manzoor, Z. — Evaluation of antitussive activity of Lycopus europaeus on cough reflex induced by different cough models in mice, International Journal of Pharma Sciences2013
Khan, I. A., Aziz, A., Munawar, S. H., & Manzoor, Z. — Antiemetic activity of methanolic leaf extract of Rumex vesicarius Linn., International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research & Allied Sciences2013
Abbas, R. Z., Munawar, S. H., Manzoor, Z., Iqbal, Z., Khan, M. N., Saleemi, M. K., Zia, M. A., & Yousaf, A. — Anticoccidial effects of acetic acid on performance and pathogenic parameters in broiler chickens challenged with Eimeria tenella, Pesquisa Veterinária Brasileira2011
Raza, M. A., Bachaya, H. A., Yasoob, T. B., Murtaza, S., Ayaz, M. M., Munawar, S. H., Manzoor, Z., & Akbar, I. R. — Prevalence of Sub-Clinical Mastitis in Buffaloes at Muzaffar Garh District of Punjab (Pakistan), International Journal of Life Sciences2011
Abbas, R. Z., Manzoor, Z., Munawar, S. H., Iqbal, Z., Khan, M. N., Saleemi, M. K., Zia, M. A., & Yousaf, A. — Anticoccidial activity of hydrochloric acid (HCl) against Eimeria tenella in broiler chickens, Pesquisa Veterinária Brasileira2011

Professional memberships

Organisation	Membership type	Since
Pakistan Veterinary and Medical Council	Life Member	—

Courses taught

Code	Course title	Programme	Credit hours
PHRM-401	General and Systemic Pharmacology	DVM	4(3-1)
PHRM-402	Veterinary Chemotherapy and Toxicology	DVM	4(3-1)
PHRM-503	General Pharmacology and Chemotherapy	BS-Applied Microbiology	3(2-1)

University services

From	To	Role	Committee / body
24 June 2026	To date	Deputy Director (ORIC)	Industrial LInkages and Intellectual Property Rights

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