Need Of Skill Development In Pharma Ceuticals Curriculum_Essay by Arshii

Introduction:-

Pharmacy is the science and technique of preparing and dispensing drugs. It is a health profession that links health sciences with chemical sciences and aims to ensure the safe and effective use of pharmaceutical drugs. Pharmaceutical sectors are not only field of manufacturing but some other aspects like designing of dosage form, research and development, its quality control, study of its clinical aspects- toxicity, carcinogenicity, teratogenicity, clinical research are also included. Also some small sectors like packaging, labeling, and storage are also included. Now modern fields like nanotechnology, nutraceutical’s and herbal drug industries are rocking in market.

Skill Needed To Be Developed-

a)     Knowledge of principles and practice of GMP and QA.

b)    Interpersonal skills (leadership, delegation, communication, etc.)

c)     Knowledge of principles of design, selection, qualification and maintenance of premises, equipment, utilities, and services.

d)    Knowledge of calibration, preventative maintenance and training processes.

e)     Good statistical and math skills.

f)     Knowledge of key therapeutic drug classifications.

g)    Knowledge of disease states and their treatment with pharmaceuticals.

h)     Knowledge of the major processing techniques, their limitations and control parameters.

i)      Knowledge of the principles of process validation and control.

j)      Knowledge of the principles of laboratory analysis.

k)     Knowledge of pharmaceutical microbiology.

l)      Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices.

m)   Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, Computer skills.

n)     Good verbal and written communication skills.

Goals:-

1) Identifying gaps between existing skills and knowledge and those that are required;

2) Identifying skills, knowledge, and competences, as well as training needs of the pharmaceutical

Workforce;

3)  Identifying shortcomings of the educational system and actual demand for the long-run prospective.

Role of Pharmacists:

§  Accuracy

§  Integrity

§  Science & Math Skills

§  Interpersonal Skills

§  Communication skills

§  Advocacy

§  Management skills

§  Ability to Multitask

§  Diplomacy

§  Ability to Priorities

§  An Analytical Mind

§  Counseling

§  ComputerLiteracy

§  FinancialAcumen

§  Mentoring

§  Conscientiousness

The pharmaceutical industry has a number of unusual characteristics, both in its structure and in the nature of its business operations, which are little known outside the industry but which materially affect the process of bringing new pharmaceuticals to the patient. The development of a new pharmaceutical is very time consuming, extremely costly and high risk, with very little chance of a successful outcome. The process of research and development is described, together with all its challenges, including environmental ones. The commercial realities and constraints of the business, together with its current problems, are discussed, followed by an exploration of some of the likely future commercial and technical developments in the business, including the development of a greener pharmacy.

As a student of pharmacy, I believe there is a need to build and reinforce a professional identity founded on integrity, ethical behavior, and honor. This development, a vital process in my education, will help to ensure that I am true to the professional relationship I establish between myself and society as I become a member of the pharmacy community. Integrity will be an essential part of my everyday life, and I will pursue all academic and professional endeavors with honesty and commitment to service. To accomplish this goal of professional development, as a student of pharmacy I will:

• DEVELOP a sense of loyalty and duty to the professionby contribution to the well-being of others and by enthusiastically accepting responsibility and accountability for membership in the profession.

• FOSTER professional competency through lifelong learning. I will strive for high ideals, teamwork, and unity within the profession in order to provide optimal patient care.

• SUPPORT my colleagues by actively encouraging personal commitment to the Oath of a Pharmacist and the Code of Ethics as set forth by the profession.

 • DEDICATE my life and practice to excellence. This will require an ongoing reassessment of personal and professional values.

• MAINTAIN the highest ideals and professional attributes to ensure and facilitate the covenantal relationship required of the pharmaceutical caregiver.

Today, an increasingly wide range of new and analogous products are used in medicine, including high-technology biological products and radio-pharmaceuticals. There is also the heterogeneous group of medical devices, which includes some products analogous to medicines, some of which demand special knowledge with regard to their uses and risks (e.g., dressings, wound management products, etc.).

Conclusion:-

“Pharmaceutical care is the responsible provision of drug therapy for the purpose of achieving

Definite outcomes that improve a patient’s quality of life”.

The profession of pharmacy is one that demands adherence to a set of ethical principles. These high ideals are necessary to ensure the quality of care extended to the patients I serve. As a student of pharmacy, I believe this does not start with graduation; rather, it begins with my membership in this professional college community.