Module 1 - Working in a Pharmacy

Question 1

GSL

classification

Answer 1

general sales list
- can be bought from any shop
- no need for pharmacist

Question 2

P

classification

Answer 2

pharmacy medicine
- can be sold by a registered pharmacy when pharamcist present

Question 3

POM

classification

Answer 3

prescription only medicine
- only on prescription
- stocked in dispensary

Question 4

PIL

what is it, what does it contain

Answer 4

patient information leaflet, contains information on:
- dosage
- warnings
- side effects
- contraindications
- interactions

Question 5

People who must be referred to the pharmacist

Answer 5

• babies and young children
• elderly
• people with long term health conditions
• pregnant or breast feeding women
• people with kidney or liver problems