Medication Dispensing & ManagementReview and dispense prescribed medications accuratelyEnsure correct dosage, route, frequency, and duration of therapyVerify prescriptions for legality, appropriateness, and completenessPrevent medication errors and detect drug interactionsPatient Counseling & EducationCounsel patients on proper medication useExplain dosage instructions, side effects, precautions, and storagePromote medication adherence and safe drug useAdvise on over-the-counter (OTC) medicationsClinical Pharmacy ServicesParticipate in patient care rounds (hospital settings)Monitor patient drug therapy and therapeutic outcomesRecommend drug therapy modifications to physiciansProvide pharmacovigilance and adverse drug reaction (ADR) reportingDrug Information & ConsultationProvide accurate drug information to healthcare professionalsStay updated on new drugs, guidelines, and treatment protocolsSupport evidence-based medicine practicesInventory & Supply ManagementProcure, store, and manage pharmaceutical suppliesMaintain proper storage conditions (temperature, humidity, expiry control)Prevent stock-outs, overstocking, and drug wastageQuality Assurance & Regulatory ComplianceEnsure compliance with pharmacy laws and regulationsFollow standard operating procedures (SOPs)Maintain proper documentation and recordsParticipate in audits and inspectionsHospital & Clinical Responsibilities (Hospital Pharmacist)Prepare and dispense unit-dose medicationsHandle sterile preparations (IV admixtures, TPN, chemotherapy where trained)Participate in antimicrobial stewardship programsMonitor high-risk medicationsCommunity Pharmacy ResponsibilitiesManage retail pharmacy operationsProvide health screening services (BP, glucose monitoring, etc.)Offer immunization services (where permitted)Promote public health and wellness programsManufacturing & Industrial Pharmacy (Industrial Pharmacist)Supervise drug manufacturing processesEnsure quality control and quality assuranceComply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)Assist in research and formulation developmentEthical & Professional ResponsibilitiesMaintain patient confidentialityPractice professional ethics and accountabilityEnsure rational and safe use of medicinesContinue professional development