Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Check prescriptions for dose, strength and possible drug interactions before dispensing.
Dispense medicines accurately and label them with dosage and usage instructions.
Counsel patients on how to take medicines, possible side effects and safe storage.
Prepare and compound medicines in hospital or clinic pharmacies following standard procedures.
Manage stock, expiry dates and storage conditions, including temperature-sensitive drugs.
Monitor drug safety and report adverse drug reactions as part of pharmacovigilance.
In pharma companies, check that products meet quality standards and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) rules.
