From ancient times, medicines have been used to treat diseases. Earlier, medicines were prepared from plants, animals and minerals. These medicines were compounded and supplied by specially trained people called…
India has a huge population with increasing health problems such as infectious diseases, nutritional deficiencies, chronic illnesses, smoking-related disorders and lifestyle diseases like hypertension and diabetes. In many communities, people…
Efficient management of a community pharmacy depends mainly on two things: Both are essential for smooth daily operations, correct dispensing and good patient service. 1. Pharmacy Staff Community pharmacy is…
To open and operate a community pharmacy in India, a person must follow all the rules and conditions under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and its rules. No pharmacy…
A community pharmacy must maintain several types of records to ensure legal compliance, proper patient care and efficient business management. Record-keeping is both a legal requirement and a professional responsibility.…
Computers have become an essential tool in almost every field, including pharmacy. With fast internet, improved software and better technology, computers now support every step of pharmacy work — from…
A prescription is a written order from an authorized healthcare professional to dispense a specific medicine to a patient. It is both a legal document and a communication tool between…
