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Rph

Registered Pharmacist, responsible for consulting with patients, counseling, and verifying medications.

Tech

Pharmacy Technician, assists with tasks such as stocking, obtaining patient information, and preparing prescriptions.

OTC Products

Over-the-Counter products that can be recommended by pharmacy staff.

DME

Durable Medical Equipment, which technicians can order.

Compounding

The process of preparing nonsterile prescriptions, which technicians can perform.

Counseling

A task that only Rph can perform, involving advising patients on medication use.

Pharmacy Records

Maintained by technicians to ensure accurate documentation for the pharmacy department.

Labeling

The process of printing prescription labels, which is done by pharmacy technicians.

Immunizations

Administered by technicians only if they have the appropriate certification.

Insurance Claims

Processed by technicians who enter and submit insurance information electronically.

PHI

Protected Health Information, which technicians can provide to prescribers.

Orange Book

A reference for FDA-approved medications, assessing safety and effectiveness.

Red Book

Provides formulary management and cost information for medications.

Microdex

A web application for medication management and formulary information.

Lexicomp

A comprehensive source for dosing, administration, and medication warnings.

SBOP

State Board of Pharmacy, responsible for public safety in pharmacy practice.

PDR

Physicians’ Desk Reference, a standard source for medication information.

HIPAA

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, protecting patient privacy.

CMEA

Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005, regulating pseudoephedrine sales.

NDC

National Drug Code, a unique identifier for medications.

OBRA 90

Federal law enhancing pharmacists' responsibilities for Medicaid patients.

Durham-Humphrey Amendment

Requires adequate directions for use on medications.

Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act

Ensures medications are pure and safe, leading to the creation of the FDA.

DSCSA

Drug Supply Chain Security Act, outlining medication tracking requirements.

PPPA

Poison Prevention Packaging Act, requiring child-resistant containers for most prescriptions.

Kefauver-Harris Amendment

Ensures medications are safe and effective, requiring proof of efficacy.

Orphan Drug Act

Incentivizes development of drugs for rare diseases.

Medicare Modernization Act 2003

Provides prescription benefits to Medicare beneficiaries.

CMS

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, regulating Medicare and Medicaid.

Anabolic Steroid Act 1990

Classifies anabolic steroids as controlled substances.

The Joint Commission

Sets standards for healthcare organizations to improve patient care.

Auxiliary Labels

Provide additional instructions for medication use.

Reye’s Syndrome

A rare but serious condition caused by giving aspirin to children with fever.

Tylenol

Acetaminophen, a non-NSAID analgesic safe for pregnant women.

Fentanyl

A potent opioid, classified as C-II, requiring special disposal methods.

NSAIDs

Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs, which can cause gastrointestinal and kidney issues.

Counseling Area

A designated space for private patient consultations with pharmacists.

Dispensing Area

Where medications are prepared and packaged by technicians.

In-Window

The area where technicians greet patients and collect prescription information.

Out Window

The area for patient pick-up and counseling by pharmacists.

Compounding Area

A space for preparing nonsterile products like creams and ointments.

Data Entry Area

Where technicians enter patient information into profiles.

Administration Area

Used for paperwork and checking in supplier orders.

Pick-up Area

Where completed prescriptions are organized for patient collection.