Pharmacy
Safe storage, careful dispensing, label reading, counter advice, antibiotic stewardship, special groups and good sourcing. Practical lessons for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, counter staff and students.
- 1Storing medicines correctlyHeat, damp, light and the odd sandwich can quietly ruin good medicines. Learn the simple shelf and fridge habits that keep stock safe and your records clean.6 min · Basic
- 2Look-alike medicines and safe dispensingSome names look alike, some sound alike, and some handwriting looks like a seismograph. Four checks and a few shelf habits catch most dispensing mistakes before they reach the patient.6 min · Basic
- 3Reading a medicine pack and labelThirty seconds with the pack tells you what is inside, how long it lasts and whether to trust it. Learn where to look, how to read expiry dates such as EXP 11/2027 and what signs of tampering to catch.6 min · Basic
- 4At the counter: self-care and knowing when to referMost counter care is good questions. Learn the four questions to ask, the red flags that mean "see a doctor" and the one rule that never bends: no antibiotics or prescription-only medicines without a valid prescription.7 min · Intermediate
- 5Antibiotics and antimicrobial resistanceAntibiotics save lives, but every unnecessary dose helps resistant germs win. Learn the four messages every customer should hear and what stewardship means at your counter.6 min · Intermediate
- 6Medicines for special groupsChildren, pregnant and breastfeeding women, older adults and people with kidney or liver problems need extra care. Learn the general safety habits and the moment to ask the prescriber.7 min · Intermediate
- 7Essential medicines and genericsWhat is an essential medicines list, what does "generic" really mean, and why does a licensed supplier matter more than a bargain? A short guide to buying and stocking with confidence.6 min · Basic
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For licensed professionals and students. Educational information only: always follow current national guidelines (EFDA, Ministry of Health), the product label and your facility’s procedures.