Classification of medicines Flashcards
1
Q
What is GSL
A
Made available on the self selection item in registered pharmacies
Responsible pharmacist must have assumed their role but does not have to be physically present to sell these meds
2
Q
what are Pharmacy (P) medicines
A
can be sold from a registered pharmacy premises by a pharmacist or person acting under the supervision of a pharmacist
(not accessible by self selection)
3
Q
together GSL and P meds are known as
A
OTC meds
4
Q
What is a POM med
A
Generally needs a prescription written by licensed and appropriate practitioner
5
Q
Give examples of licensed practitioners
A
supplementary prescribers
independent prescriber
community nurse independent prescriber
