Generic Drug Terminology and Dispensing

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Which professionals are required to use generic names when writing prescriptions?

All medical, dental, and veterinary practitioners (correct)
Pharmacists only
Only government health agency personnel
Only government doctors

What is one primary purpose of promoting the use of generic terminology in the drug industry?

To increase the cost of drug promotion
To enhance brand loyalty among providers
To encourage prescription of branded drugs
To ensure the availability of generic drugs at the lowest possible cost (correct)

How does the use of generic names potentially enhance drug safety?

By promoting multiple branded alternatives
By minimizing duplication and adverse drug interactions (correct)
By encouraging the use of untested medications
By creating complex drug names for easier identification

What role do government health agencies play in the promotion of generic drugs?

They encourage the use and distribution of generic drugs (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of promoting generic drug use?

To increase the costs associated with drug advertising (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of R.A. No. 6675 in the context of pharmacy practice?

To promote the use of generic drugs (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following components is not typically included in a prescription?

Serial number of the prescription (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which practice is essential for ensuring drug safety in pharmacy operations?

Checking the expiration dates of all medications (A) Signup and view all the answers

What terminology is associated with the term 'generic drug'?

A drug with the same bioequivalence as a brand name drug (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the responsibilities of the government outlined in pharmacy practice?

To supervise and control the practice of pharmacy (B) Signup and view all the answers

What must be displayed in a prominent and conspicuous place in establishments that require direct supervision of a registered pharmacist?

Original copy of Certificate of Registration (C) Signup and view all the answers

In which situation can a non-pharmacist dispense prescription drugs without a License to Operate?

In emergency cases (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the required duration for keeping the Dangerous Drug book in a drug store?

2 years (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which conditions must be met for a pharmacist to administer adult vaccines?

Must undergo training for safe administration (B) Signup and view all the answers

What act is considered as 'ghost pharmacist' behavior?

Displaying a Certificate of Registration in a pharmacy without a practicing pharmacist (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of prescription is required for handling dangerous drugs?

Triplicate copy prescription (D) Signup and view all the answers

When can partial filling of a prescription occur?

Only when the entire quantity is unavailable (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is considered an act punishable by law in relation to pharmacists?

Coercing a pharmacist to dispense medications against guidelines (D) Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Generic Terminology

Generic terminology promotes the use of simpler drug names
It helps make drugs accessible to patients and reduce healthcare costs
It encourages the rational use of drugs.

Drug Supply and Availability

The law aims to guarantee the availability of drugs with generic names at lower costs.
There is a focus on ensuring affordable medication, especially for impoverished patients.

Who Uses Generic Terminology?

All government health agencies and their personnel
All medical, dental, and veterinary practitioners, including private practitioners

Drug Retail Dispensing

A valid License to Operate (LTO) from the FDA is required for dispensing pharmaceutical products.
Pharmacists must be registered and licensed in the Philippines.
Only registered pharmacists can dispense prescription drugs.

Dispensing & Recording of Prescription

All prescription drugs must be dispensed by a pharmacist.
Prescription record book is kept in the drug store for 2 years.
Dangerous drug book is kept for 2 years.
Poisonous substances record book is kept for 5 years.
Referral logbook is kept for 2 years.

"Ghost Pharmacist"

A pharmacist's license must be displayed in the establishment where they are employed and practicing.
Failure to do so can be punishable by law.

Administration of Vaccines

Pharmacists can administer adult vaccines as approved by the FDA.
Pharmacists must undergo training on safe administration of vaccines.

Handling of Dangerous Drugs

Yellow prescription (triplicate copy) is required.
The prescribing physician must have a s-license (issued by the DDB).

Laws and Ethics Governing Pharmacy

The practice of pharmacy is regulated by the laws of the Philippines.
Registered pharmacists (RPh) are licensed to practice pharmacy.
The Board of Pharmacy regulates the practice of pharmacy.

Key Laws Affecting Pharmacy

R.A.No. 10918 - The Pharmacy Act
R.A.No. 3720 - The Food, Drug and Cosmetics Act
R.A.No. 9165 - The Dangerous Drug Act of 2002
R.A.No. 6675 - The Generics Law of 1988
R.A.No. 8203- The Special Law on Counterfeit Drugs
R.A.No. 9994- The Senior Citizen Act
R.A.No. 7394- The Consumer Act of the Philippines

Board of Pharmacy

Composed of 3 members appointed by the President of the Republic.
Qualifications
- Natural born citizen of the Philippines
- Duly registered pharmacist with at least 10 years of practice
- Member of good standing of a national pharmaceutical association
- Foreigner residing in the Philippines for 5 years
- Not a member of any college of Pharmacy