Storage and dispensing of medicines

Pam Mosedale; David Harris; Contributors

doi:10.22233/9781913859169.7

British Small Animal Veterinary Association , 33 (2023); https://doi.org/10.22233/9781913859169.7

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Authors: Pam Mosedale, David Harris and Contributors
From: BSAVA Guide to the Use of Veterinary Medicines (2023)
Item: 7, pp 33 - 40
DOI: 10.22233/9781913859169.7
Copyright: © 2023 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
Publication Date: July 2023

Abstract

Medicines must be stored in secure locations in accordance with their datasheet or summary of product characteristics (SPC). Environmental conditions where medicines are stored must be monitored. This section covers storage, stock control and dispensary management. Self-assessment questions are included.

Last updated August 2024 to reflect changes in the Veterinary Medicines Regulations (VMR). Changes are highlighted in blue in the PDF version.

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Figure 7.1 Sturdy and well designed shelves in a pharmacy.

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Figure 7.2 An example of a temperature monitoring record.

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Figure 7.3 Dispensing equipment: counting triangle; capsule counter; spatula and measuring cups.

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Figure 7.5 Bright stickers can be applied to opened multidose vials with the date of opening and discard date.

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