LMC Pharmacy Role and Importance

Quality and Safety Standards
International Standards: The pharmacy follows WHO, FDA, and local Ministry of Health regulations.
Medication Safety:
Barcode verification systems.
High-alert medication protocols.
Storage Conditions: Cold chain monitoring, temperature and humidity controls.
Antimicrobial Stewardship: Programs to combat resistance by ensuring proper antibiotic use.
Integration with Other Departments
Electronic Medical Records (EMR): Linked with physicians’ prescriptions for efficiency and accuracy.
Collaboration with Nursing: Ensures timely administration and dose adjustments.
Support to Outpatient & Inpatient Care: Provides continuity from clinic visits to discharge.
Specialized Services
Chronic Disease Medication Programs: For long-term conditions like asthma, diabetes, and hypertension.
Compounding Services: When standard formulations aren’t available.
Vaccination Support: Storage and provision of vaccines when applicable.
Patient-Centered Approach
Education Workshops: On medication adherence and safe use.
Pharmaceutical Care Plans: Tailored to individual patients.
Follow-up Calls / Reminders: For refills and monitoring outcomes.
Future Development at LMC Pharmacy
Expansion into tele-pharmacy to serve remote patients.
Medication therapy management (MTM) services to reduce hospital readmissions.
Use of AI-driven drug interaction alerts integrated into EMR.
In summary, the Pharmacy at LMC is designed not just as a drug supply unit, but as a patient-centered clinical partner that supports quality, safety, and continuity of care.

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