Educational information: Requirements can change and may vary by pharmacy type, ownership, service, payer, and jurisdiction. Confirm current requirements with official agencies and qualified professionals.
Receiving & inventory
Document receipt, storage conditions, discrepancies, controlled inventory, and product integrity according to applicable requirements and pharmacy policy.
Temperature control
Maintain temperature-monitoring procedures for products requiring controlled storage, including response to excursions and documentation of disposition decisions.
Recalls & quarantine
Have a clear process to identify affected products, stop use or dispensing, segregate stock, document action taken, and communicate with staff or patients when appropriate.