UNIT III Flashcards
_________, also known as the __________, governs pharmacy
practice in the Philippines.
RA 10918
“Philippine Pharmacy Act”
One key aspect of the Act is _____________, which covers the administration of the licensure examination, registration, and licensing of pharmacists.
- outlines the processes and requirements for individuals seeking to become licensed pharmacists in the country.
- also specifies the qualifications needed for taking the examination, registering successful candidates, and issuing
licenses to practice pharmacy.
Article III, Section 12-23
The ______________, under the supervision of the ____________, is responsible for overseeing the licensure examination, ensuring that it evaluates the necessary knowledge and competencies for pharmacy practice.
Professional Regulatory Board of Pharmacy
Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)
- Must have completed the internship program consisting of ______ hours
o ___ hours = equally distributed to community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, manufacturing company
o ___ hours = regulatory (ie: DOH, FDA, Health Centers)
o ___ hours = institutional (private companies like PMA)
1200
900 community, hospital, manuf company
180 regulatory DOH, FDA, , health centers
120 institutional (private companies like PMA)
must keep a separate record of pharmacy students who underwent internship directly under their control
- They must issue a certificate of hours of internship
Community pharmacies, pharmaceutical companies, and hospital pharmacies
HOLDING OF EXAMINATION
- _____ a year
- 2023: ______ and _______
**The places and dates are subject to change under valid circumstances and reasons
twice
april and November
Required Dress Code on Examination Day (from PRC)
- For male examinees: tucked-in ________ with collar (without any seal, logo or mark); decent slacks or pants
- For female examinees: tucked-in ________ or shirt with collar (without any seal, logo, or mark); decent slacks or pants
white polo
white blouse
programmable calculators that are prohibited inside the examination room
casio fx991ES
casio fx991ES Plus
the rules on conduct of bodily search, an inspection of personal belongings of the examinees, and the seizure/confiscation of prohibited items during the licensure exam (Annex A of PRC ______________________) must be observed
Annex A of PRC Memorandum Order No. 57, s 2020
A weighted average of ____ with no rating below ____ in any of the subjects is required to be a registered and licensed pharmacist
75%
50%
RELEASE OF RESULTS
Within Three (3) days after the last day of examination
Successful candidates shall take their oath of profession before the ___________ or ____________ before entering the practice of Pharmacy
Chairman
any member of the Board
AFFIXING R.Ph after the NAME OF THE REGISTERED PHARMACIST
Penalty for any person who violates: A fine of _________ but not exceeding __________ or imprisonment of ______ but ______ or both
NLT 100,000
200,000
NLT 30 days
NMT one (1) year
GROUNDS FOR NON-REGISTRATION
a. Convicted of offense involving moral turpitude
b. Found guilty of immoral or dishonorable conduct by the Board
c. Adjudged guilty of violation of the General Instructions to
Examinees by the Board
- November 2023: Use of a scientific calculator was prohibited. Only regular calculators were allowed for
use.
- PRC issued a memorandum listing the brands and
models of non-programmable calculators that are
allowed to be used in licensure examinations.
d. Declared unsound mind
e. Addicted to dangerous drugs
The _____ shall give the applicant a written statement setting forth the reasons for non-registration and shall file a copy in its record
board
The ______ may, upon petition, reinstate or reissue a revoked COR ____ years after revocation.
- May or may not require the pharmacist to take another licensure examination
- The petitioner must prove that he has valid reasons to be reinstated.
Board
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- Duplicate copies of lost or damaged COR and PIC may be reissued following rules and upon payment of fees
- Kindly refer to _________________ regarding the grounds for revocation of COR.
Article VI, Section 45 of RA 10918
An employed pharmacist, whether in private or under the employment of another, must display the original copy of the COR in a _________ and _________ place
prominent and conspicuous
an area within the premises where the COR is easily seen by clients and regulators upon entry to the establishment.
- When a pharmacist is employed under ____________, the certified true copy of his COR may be displayed therein.
- No pharmacist shall allow the display of his COR in any Pharmaceutical Establishment where he is not employed.
- The original COR must be kept securely by the employer for the duration of the pharmacist’s employment
- In no case shall the employer withhold the release or return of the COR upon severance of the employment relationship
Prominent and conspicuous place
Category B establishment
establishments where the direct and immediate control and supervision of a pharmacist is required
category a
establishments requiring supervision and oversight of RPh
category b
o ___ pharmacist must supervise the establishment to dispense prescription and pharmacist-OTC medicines in-store or online.
o ______________ without a licensed physical outlet is not
allowed
o Pharmacists working in _______________ are permitted to simultaneously work in _______________ provided that there is no overlap in working time.
o Pharmacists working in Category A establishments are not allowed to work in another Category A establishments
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Virtual pharmacy
Category A establishments; Category B establishments
CATEGORY A
- establishments where the direct and immediate control and supervision of a pharmacist is required
- For pharmaceutical establishments selling prescription/ethical drugs, pharmacist-only OTC drugs, combination products (medical device + drugs)
- Establishments that manufacture, import, distribute, and export medicines and their devices, if any
CATEGORY A
- Gov’t units: local gov’t, city gov’t, 1st, 2nd, 3rd class municipal health centers
- Departments, divisions, and units of pharmaceutical manufacturing laboratories
- Traditional outlets of pharmaceutical establishments
- The licensed pharmacist is required to stay on full duty
CATEGORY A
- establishments requiring supervision and oversight of RPh
- Establishments selling household remedies and OTC drugs
- Satellite institutional pharmacies providing meds
- 4th, 5th, 6th class municipal health units involved in the procurement, distribution & dispensing of storage pharmaceutical products
CATEGORY B
- Institutions providing telepharmacy services
- Non-traditional outlets of pharmaceutical products
Examples: supermarkets, groceries, convenience stores, sari-sari stores - At least two (2) hours on duty is required
CATEGORY B
Category A (___ hours) + Category B (___ establishments) = ALLOWED
Category B (___ hours duty at ___ establishments per week) = ALLOWED
Category A + Category A = ______________
category a = 8 hours
category b = 4 establishments
category b = 2 hours duty at 15 establishments per week
NOT ALLOWED
PHILIPPINE PRACTICE STANDARDS FOR PHARMACISTS
5 practice areas:
- Academic Pharmacy
- Regulatory Pharmacy
- Manufacturing Pharmacy
- Public Health Pharmacy
- Community, Hospital, and Institutional Pharmacy
The Core Competency Standards
- Practices in a professional, legal, and ethical manner
- Places client’s/patient’s welfare at the center of practice
- Demonstrates leadership and management skills
- Demonstrates cultural competence and effective communication
- Engages in interprofessional collaboration
- Commits oneself to continuing Professional development
CODE OF ETHICS FOR FILIPINO PHARMACISTS
Resolution No. 23 (s. 2021)
RESOLUTION PROMULGATING AND PRESCRIBING THE
CODE OF ETHICS OF THE PHARMACY PROFESSION
CODE OF ETHICS
5 Focus Area
- The Pharmacist’s Patients and Clients
- The Pharmacy Profession
- Other Health Professionals
- Professional Business Practices
- The Society
- A pharmacist places the health and well-being of the individual and the community at the center of professional practice.
- A pharmacist respects the autonomy and rights of the patient and recognizes cultural differences.
- A pharmacist cares for each individual with competence and compassion.
The Pharmacist’s Patients and Clients
- A pharmacist acts with honesty, integrity and professionalism in her/his relationship with patients, carers and other stakeholders in healthcare.
- A pharmacist abides by regulatory requirements, scientific principles, professional practice and ethical standards.
- A pharmacist is committed to lifelong learning to enhance professional competence.
- A pharmacist demonstrates commitment to the development and enhancement of the profession.
The Pharmacy Profession
- A pharmacist respects and collaborates with other healthcare professionals and colleagues to achieve optimal treatment outcomes for their patients and ensures continuum of care.
Other Health Professionals
- A pharmacist conducts the business of pharmacy in an ethical and professional manner.
Professional Business Practices
- A pharmacist, in coordination with the government and non-government organizations, actively participates in the formulation and implementation of health care policies, standards and programs designed for the benefit of society.
- A pharmacist advocates equitable distribution of health resources, health promotion, disease prevention and wellness.
The Society
