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1. SCHOOL OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES, CSJMU, KANPUR DEEPTI TRIVEDI
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GOOD PHARMACY PRACTICE
• Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP) refers to the standard of professional behavior
and responsibilities that pharmacists must follow to ensure the safe, effective, and
responsible use of medicines.
• It ensures that patients receive the right medicine, in the right dose, at the right
time, along with proper advice for best health outcomes.
OBJECTIVES OF GOOD PHARMACY PRACTICE (GPP)
1. To Ensure Safe and Effective Use of Medicines
GPP helps prevent wrong use, overdose, or harmful drug interactions.
2. To Improve Patient Health Outcomes
The pharmacist ensures the patient gets maximum benefit from the medicine.
3. To Promote Rational Use of Drugs
Medicines should be used only when necessary, in the right dose, and for the right
duration.
4. To Provide Accurate Information to Patients
Patients must be guided on how to take their medicines, possible side effects, and
precautions.
5. To Detect and Report Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs)
Pharmacists must monitor for side effects and report them to improve drug safety.
6. To Maintain Professional and Ethical Standards
GPP ensures pharmacists follow legal rules and maintain honesty, confidentiality, and
care.
7. To Ensure Proper Storage and Handling of Medicines
GPP includes correct storage (temperature, light protection) to keep drugs safe and
effective.
8. To Maintain Proper Documentation and Records
Accurate records help in accountability, auditing, and continuity of patient care.
9. To Promote Continuous Learning and Quality Improvement
GPP encourages pharmacists to update their knowledge and improve services.
KEY FUNCTIONS OF GOOD PHARMACY PRACTICE
(GPP)
1. Dispensing Medicines Accurately
• Check prescription carefully (drug name, dose, frequency, duration)
SCHOOL OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES, CSJMU, KANPUR DEEPTI TRIVEDI
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• Ensure the right medicine is given to the right patient
• Avoid dispensing errors
2. Patient Counseling
• Guide the patient on how and when to take the medicine
• Explain side effects and precautions
• Advise on food or drug interactions
• Tell them what to do in case of a missed dose
3. Record Keeping and Documentation
• Maintain records of:
o Prescriptions
o Controlled/schedule drugs
o Adverse drug reactions (ADRs)
• Helps in auditing and legal safety
4. Storage and Inventory Control
• Store medicines properly (temperature, light, humidity)
• Remove expired or damaged drugs
• Maintain stock using FIFO (First In, First Out) method
5. Pharmacovigilance (Monitoring Drug Safety)
• Observe patients for side effects
• Report Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs) to authorities
• Help ensure drug safety for the community
6. Legal and Ethical Compliance
• Follow pharmacy laws and regulations
• Maintain confidentiality of patient records
• Avoid selling fake or unauthorized medicines
7. Health Promotion and Community Role
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• Participate in vaccination programs
• Spread awareness about diseases and medicine use
• Support public health campaigns
LEGALAND ETHICAL RESPONSIBILITIES IN GPP
These responsibilities ensure that a pharmacist works within the law and follows
professional moral standards while providing healthcare services.
1. Dispensing Medicines According to Law
• Sell only those medicines that are approved and legal
• Follow rules for Schedule H, H1, G, and X drugs
• Do not dispense prescription medicines without a valid prescription
2. Record Maintenance
• Maintain proper records of:
o Narcotic and psychotropic drugs (NDPS Act)
o Schedule drugs
o Purchase and sale registers
• Helps in audits, inspections, and legal proof
3. Handling Controlled and Narcotic Drugs
• Follow NDPS (Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances) Act strictly
• Keep controlled drugs in locked storage
• Record every sale with patient and doctor details
4. Avoiding Sale of Expired or Fake Medicines
• Remove expired drugs regularly
• Do not stock or sell spurious (fake), misbranded, or adulterated drugs
• This is punishable under Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940
5. Maintaining Confidentiality
• Keep patient information private
• Do not share medical details without patient consent
• This builds trust and professionalism
6. No Unethical Practices

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• Do not mislead patients with false claims
• Do not substitute branded drugs without doctor approval
• Avoid conflict of interest (e.g., promoting specific brands for personal gain)
7. Ethical Behavior with Patients
• Treat all patients equally and respectfully
• Provide correct information — do not hide risks or side effects
• Help patients understand their therapy
PATIENT COUNSELLING
Tell the patient:
• - How and when to take medicine
• - About side effects
• - What to do in case of missed dose
• - How to store medicines
• - Any drug or food interaction
IMPORTANCE OF GOOD PHARMACY PRACTICE (GPP)
Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP) plays a major role in ensuring patient safety, effective
treatment, and professional pharmacy service. It helps in building trust between the
patient and the pharmacist.
1. Ensures Safe Use of Medicines
• Reduces the chances of medication errors
• Prevents wrong dosage, drug interactions, and adverse effects
• Promotes the rational use of drugs
2. Improves Patient Health Outcomes
• With correct medicine use and proper counselling, patients recover faster
• Helps in long-term management of chronic diseases (like diabetes, asthma)
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3. Builds Patient Trust
• Clear instructions and honest service build confidence in the pharmacist
• Patients are more likely to return for advice and care
4. Prevents Drug Misuse and Abuse
• GPP ensures that controlled or prescription-only medicines are not misused
• Prevents addiction and overuse of antibiotics, painkillers, etc.
5. Promotes Legal and Ethical Practice
• Encourages pharmacists to follow laws and moral responsibilities
• Protects from legal actions or penalties
6. Supports Public Health
• Pharmacists contribute to vaccination, awareness programs, and health education
• Helps in early detection of drug-related problems
7. Encourages Professional Development
• GPP motivates pharmacists to stay updated with new drugs and guidelines
• Improves the quality of pharmacy services
ROLE OF A PHARMACIST IN GPP
A pharmacist is a trained healthcare professional who plays a vital role in ensuring safe and
effective use of medicines. In Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP), the pharmacist acts as a
caregiver, advisor, manager, and health promoter.
1. As a Dispenser
• Accurately dispenses medicines as per the doctor’s prescription
• Checks the dose, strength, expiry date, and drug interactions
• Prevents medication errors
2. As a Patient Counselor
• Educates patients on:
o How and when to take medicines
o Side effects and what to do if they occur
o Drug and food interactions
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o Storage instructions
• Encourages medication adherence (taking medicines properly)
3. As a Caregiver
• Supports the patient’s overall health and well-being
• Provides help in managing chronic diseases (e.g., diabetes, hypertension)
• Ensures personalized care and attention
4. As a Record Keeper
• Maintains records of:
o Prescriptions
o Adverse drug reactions (ADRs)
o Sale of controlled drugs (NDPS/Schedule H/X drugs)
• Helps in legal safety and quality improvement
5. As a Medicine Expert
• Guides doctors and nurses on drug choice, dose, and safety
• Keeps knowledge updated with new drugs and treatments
6. As a Store Manager
• Manages the inventory of medicines
• Ensures proper storage conditions
• Removes expired or damaged medicines
7. As a Public Health Promoter
• Participates in:
o Vaccination programs
o Health awareness campaigns
o COVID-19 prevention, smoking cessation, etc.
• Educates the community about safe medicine use

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8. As a Legal and Ethical Professional
• Follows all pharmacy laws and professional ethics
• Ensures confidentiality and honesty in service
• Avoids fake, expired, or unauthorized medicines