Carewell Pharma Overview

Study Notes

Carewell Pharma is a pharmaceutical company offering free notes and online learning resources.

Hospital pharmacy is a key part of the healthcare system
It provides different types of medications, including those for inpatients and outpatients

Administration/Hospital Head of Pharmacy - responsible for the overall management of the department, oversees medication management and distribution
Must have a Master's degree in Pharmacy
May also have a Ph.D. based on experience
Manufacturing/Dispensing - Responsible for the preparation and dispensing of medications, including sterile products
- Must have a Master’s (M.Pharm ) or Doctorate (D.Pharm) degree
- They may require an assistant with similar qualifications
- They ensure accurate medication fulfillment
Purchases/Quality Control - Ensures the quality and safety of medications acquired for the pharmacy
- Must have a Masters (M.Pharm), Doctorate (D.Pharm) or a Bachelor's (B.Pharm) degree
Education/Training - Responsible for education and training of healthcare professionals on medication use and pharmacy practices
- Must have Masters (M.Pharm) or Doctorate (D.Pharm)

Outpatient Services - Provides medications, counseling, and other services to patients who are not hospitalized
- Must have a Bachelor’s degree (B.Pharm)
Clinical Pharmacy - Provides drug information, monitoring, and therapy optimization to individual patients
- May hold a Masters (M.Pharm) or Doctorate (D.Pharm)

Aseptic - Refers to the sterile processing of medications, requires a specific clean room designated for medication preparation
Manufacturing Area - Where medications are made or formulated
Finished Products - Refers to the final packaged medications ready for dispensing
Administrative Section - Handles paperwork, patient records and billing
Dispensing Unit - Where medications are dispensed to patients
Open Area - Patient waiting area, possibly where patient consults occur