NMP Flashcards
What is the term defined as a guide for action in the pharmaceutical sector?
National Medicines Policy (NMP)
A National Medicines Policy specifies the goals set by the government for the pharmaceutical sector and the main strategies to attain them.
What are the main purposes of a National Medicines Policy?
To define national goals and objectives, identify strategies for achieving objectives, and identify responsible actors
The actors may include Ministries of Health, Education, and Finance.
List three reasons why we should worry about medicines.
- Medicines save lives and improve health
- Medicines are costly
- Medicines promote trust and participation in health services
What are the aims of a National Medicines Policy?
- Maintain the availability of safe and effective medicines
- Improve the Rational Use of Medicines
- Reduce finance and foreign currency needed for essential medicines
- Improve Health Supply Chain Management
- Strengthen local production of essential medicines
Identify three components of a National Medicines Policy.
- Legislation, Regulation and Guidelines
- Quality Assurance of Medicines
- Financing Mechanisms of Medicines
What is the first step in formulating a National Medicines Policy?
Organize the policy process
This step involves planning how to approach the development of the policy.
True or False: Consumers and patients are actors involved in the development of a National Medicines Policy.
True
Fill in the blank: A National Medicines Policy aims to improve the _______ use of medicines.
Rational
What is one of the responsibilities in implementing a National Medicines Policy?
Developing Master plan and work plans
This includes creating detailed plans for how the policy will be enacted.
What is the main goal of the Access to Medicines Framework?
Ensuring availability, accessibility, affordability, and quality of medicines
This framework aims to ensure that medicines are available and affordable for all, while also ensuring their efficacy and safety.
What is the role of pharmacists in the Access to Medicines Framework?
Addressing medication-related needs and ensuring understanding of medicine use
Pharmacists have a responsibility for the outcomes of medicines use.
What is a key factor for the implementation of a National Medicines Policy?
Mobilization of Financial resources
Financial resources are crucial for the successful implementation of the policy.
List two enabling factors for the implementation of a National Medicines Policy.
- Involvement of national experts
- Technical cooperation with World Health Organization
What does the legislation and regulation component of a National Medicines Policy involve?
Establishing legal frameworks and guidelines for medicine management
This includes creating laws and regulations to govern the pharmaceutical sector.
