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Semi Finals Quiz 1

Licensure Examination Requirement

All applicants for registration to practice pharmacy must pass a licensure examination unless exempted.

Qualifications for the Licensure Examination

Must be a citizen, of good moral character, a degree holder in Pharmacy, and completed an approved internship.

Scope of Examination

Covers various subjects in Pharmacy Science and Practice including chemistry, pharmacology, and pharmaceutical administration.

Examination Frequency

The Pharmacists Licensure Examination is held two times a year as designated by the PRC.

Passing Rate for Licensure Examination

Candidates must obtain a general weighted average of 75% with no score below 50% in any subject.

Refresher Program Requirement

Candidates failing the exam three times must complete a refresher program before retaking.

Report of Rating

The Board submits candidates' ratings to the PRC within three working days after the exam.

Oath of Profession

Successful examinees must take an oath before practicing as pharmacists.

Certificate of Registration (COR)

Issued to passers of the licensure exam, certifying eligibility to practice pharmacy.

Professional Identification Card (PIC)

Issued to registrants, renews every three years upon showing of completion of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements.

Affixing RPh

The title 'RPh' can only be used by licensed pharmacists.

Display of Certificate of Registration

Pharmacists must display the original COR prominently in their workplace.

Dispensing/Sale of Pharmaceutical Products

No pharmaceutical products can be dispensed without a licensed pharmacist except in emergencies.

Pharmacist Requirement for Establishments

Certain establishments must employ licensed pharmacists for supervision.

Category A Establishments

Require direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist for operations involving prescription medicines.

Category B Establishments

Require oversight by licensed pharmacists, typically selling OTC drugs.

Partial Filling of Prescription

Allowed under dispensing guidelines; pharmacists must keep records.

Physician's Sample

Free pharmaceutical products given to professionals cannot be sold to the public.

Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)

Standards that must be followed for compounding and dispensing medicines.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements

Ongoing education that must be completed to maintain PIC.