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What do you think about POM to P switches How much power does it give to the patient??
The UK is a leader in switches, after New Zealand, but first in Europe. We had the first Statin in the world and the first emergency hormonal contraceptive (Levonelle) available over the counter. In the last century there were double digit switches of...
The Human Medicine Regulations 2012 (SI 2012/1916)
The regulations came into force on the 14th of August 2012 and still some pharmacies are wholesaling without a WDA(H) and many are still not aware of the removal of some and the addition of other exemptions to supply. We have been told over the past few months of...
The MHRA Portal
The Government launched a new “ Digital by Default Standard“ and the aim of the criteria is to ensure that the digital services are of a consistently high quality, that they are secure, safe easily improved and meet the needs of the service user. When the digital...
What is Meta-analysis?
Meta-analysis is a statistical procedure that integrates the results of several independent studies considered to be “combinable “. It is a way of structuring the process through which a thorough review of previous research is carried out. It should be free from bias...
Did you miss the last MHRA symposium in December?
Are you a RP? Have you carried out your own GDP training? Did you miss the last MHRA symposium in December? Regular GDP training is now mandatory and you may be asked for your CPD records in your next inspection. In order to help you comply PCL are...
What does quality cost?
This was a question that came up last week in a meeting. Given that there were both Commercial and Quality people in the meeting it generated some interesting discussion, particularly for me as it is fair to say I have worn both hats simultaneously for much of the...
Former NPA chief: ‘Inevitable’ that Call to Action would be ignored
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH! No I am not banging my head against the desk for the obvious reason; pharmacy appearing to have been left on the side lines again. Don’t get me wrong, I think the NHS is fantastic and like all of us have personal...
CQC Registration and DBS Disclosure
Are you applying for CQC registration? Are you aware that guild lines state that your registered manager must have received an enhanced DBS disclosure within the last six months and that the application for disclosure must have been countersigned by the CQC? If they...
OPENING A DISTANCE SELLING PHARMACY TRAINING
We are conducting a training course for anyone considering opening a Distance Selling Pharmacy. The course will give an overview of the requirements of opening an internet pharmacy and provide a step-by-step guide to the application process, also highlighting some of...
Calling All Italian Pharmacists – Have You Ever Considered being a GPhC Registered Pharmacist in the UK?
Do ever think to move from Italy to the UK to work as a pharmacist? As the UK is part of the European Union the freedom to work across the EU means the UK recognises European Pharmacist qualifications. To be eligible to apply you must have completed an appropriate...
Quality Management Systems for the Wholesale Distribution of Medicines
Is yours up to date? Is it suitable for your business model? Do you have a change control procedure in place? Does your system work? Why is it needed? Stipulated in the European Guidelines of 2013 that any wholesaler must possess and use a QMS. Public health...
Bona Fides – Do You Know What to Look for When Approving a Supplier or Customer for the Distribution of Medicines?
Is a copy of a WDA(H) enough evidence to approve a supplier? NO! Evidence of a WDA(H) is just one of the steps required for supplier approval. If obtaining the product direct from manufacturer or from another wholesaler the authorisation is no longer enough. The...