Rx Note

Introduction Often, the only moment we truly look back on our professional journey is when we are tasked with briefing fresh pharmacy students entering the market . While many of the hurdles we once faced have been forgotten , seeing this new batch of future pharmacists creates a strong urge to retabulate and share the lessons I have learned. Active Engagement and Lifelong Learning Learning is often a fleeting opportunity. I encourage you to absorb as much as possible during your student attachments and your time as a Provisional Registered Pharmacist (PRP) . Once you are practicing independently in a community pharmacy or government clinic, you must make clinical decisions on your own. As you grow in seniority, expectations rise. You will no longer have a senior pharmacist to "baby-step" you through tasks or constantly flood you with clinical insights. Therefore, seize every opportunity to learn now. A lack of enthusiasm today will put you at a significant disadvantage when ...

Introduction Learning is a never-ending journey. A colleague told me that not all pharmacists are professionally trained to perform their clinical service. I believe, a great majority of pharmacists started this career with great passion to help patients. However, not all of us has an equal accessibility to excellent training and support. Despite enormous efforts, the knowledge gap widens. Plus, once graduated, learning is mostly on our own initiatives. This post is dedicated for fresh provisional registered pharmacists who would like to learn more. But, what you should know as a pharmacist is never limited to what have been presented here. I also invite you to challenge yourself with interactive quizzes available on RxQuiz . NOTE: You may also visit Medicines Learning Portal for a well-structured program targeted at fresh pharmacy graduates entering hospital. Legislation Poisons Act 1952 and Regulations Who are the members in Poisons Board ? State the poison groups...

Introduction As you delve deeper into the vast web of knowledge, you begin to see how concepts from seemingly disparate fields are intricately linked. The same concept, explored in different books, can be emphasized from unique angles, revealing its multifaceted nature. A prime example is human desire, which has been explored across various aspects of life. These explorations examine the "why" behind our actions and how desire fuels our drive for success. Family Philosophy There is a famous Chinese saying that translates to "no matter how poor the family is, education is the one thing that you cannot neglect" (再穷，也不能穷教育). My mother echoed this sentiment, believing education would empower my siblings and me to explore the unknown world beyond our hometown. My parents’ struggle with reading has limited their ability to travel independently. Formal Education Formal education, though sometimes criticized for its emphasis on theory, equips us with the foundation to acces...

Introduction A few years ago, a senior pharmacist described outpatient pharmacy as a "dark hole" where most newly registered pharmacists are placed. However, it can be a valuable place to build a foundation in pharmacy practice . In outpatient pharmacy , we receive prescriptions from various clinics within the hospital, including general medical, surgical, ophthalmology, dermatology, rheumatology, paediatrics, neurology, nephrology and more. To properly screen prescriptions within a short time frame, we must be familiar with indications, usual dosages, maximum dosages, off-label uses and contraindications of all medications. Additionally, these factors should also be taken into consideration. Medication safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding Tablet splitting Administration through Ryle's tube Paediatric dosing Availability of extemporaneous formulations Polypharmacy NOTE: Life in the outpatient pharmacy teaches you with what minimum amount of information you will b...