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Who is responsible for handling controlled drugs according to the Misuse of Drugs Act?
Who is responsible for handling controlled drugs according to the Misuse of Drugs Act?
Purchasing pharmacist
The store-keeper has the authority to handle controlled drugs without the purchasing pharmacist's involvement.
The store-keeper has the authority to handle controlled drugs without the purchasing pharmacist's involvement.
False
What must the store-keeper do upon receiving medication?
What must the store-keeper do upon receiving medication?
Personnel handling cytotoxic drugs should have __________ training.
Personnel handling cytotoxic drugs should have __________ training.
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What is the procedure if a non-conformity or deviation is found in received medication?
What is the procedure if a non-conformity or deviation is found in received medication?
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Which of the following is NOT required to be checked against the invoice and purchase order?
Which of the following is NOT required to be checked against the invoice and purchase order?
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What training is required for the purchasing pharmacist?
What training is required for the purchasing pharmacist?
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Study Notes
Pharmacy Store Personnel Roles
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Purchasing Pharmacist
- Must be registered with the Singapore Pharmacy Board.
- Authorized to handle controlled drugs (CDs) under the Misuse of Drugs Act.
- Responsible for receiving, storing, and recording stock movement of CDs.
- Updates inventory system with new stocks received.
- Required to undergo training on Good Distribution Practice (GDP) standards and safety issues.
- Receives specialized training for handling cytotoxic, infectious, or sensitizing products.
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Store-keeper
- Inspects medication upon delivery to ensure compliance with orders and good condition.
- Verifies received medications against receipt documents and invoices.
- Organizes and categorizes medications in appropriate sections.
- Prepares packed medication for delivery orders.
- Trained in Good Distribution Practice standards and operational procedures.
- Also receives specialized training for cytotoxic, infectious, or sensitizing products.
Pharmaceutical Product Receipt Process
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Types of Drugs Managed
- Controlled drugs, refrigerator items, cold-chain items, flammable drugs, and cytotoxic drugs must be handled by trained personnel.
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Delivery Process
- Deliveryman provides stock along with an invoice.
- Store-keeper assesses the delivered items to determine if they include controlled drugs.
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For Controlled Drugs
- Immediate activation of the purchasing pharmacist for further handling.
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For Non-Controlled Drugs
- Store-keeper receives stocks and verifies them against the purchase order (PO) and the invoice.
- Essential checks include:
- Brand name
- Active ingredient
- Strength
- Dosage form
- Batch number
- Expiry date
- Pack size
- Product appearance
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Handling Deviations
- Any discrepancies must be reported to the purchasing pharmacist.
- Non-conforming goods should be quarantined or rejected and returned to the supplier.
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Completion of the Receipt Process
- If no deviations are found, the invoice is signed, the original is retained, and the duplicate is returned to the deliveryman.
- Goods are then stored according to:
- Manufacturer’s recommendations
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), following the First Expiry First Out (FEFO) principle.
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Description
This quiz covers the essential roles and responsibilities of pharmacy store personnel, including the Purchasing Pharmacist and Store-keeper. It highlights their training requirements, compliance responsibilities, and daily operations in managing medications. Test your knowledge on the intricacies of pharmacy practices and standards.
