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Drug Storage

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Introduction Once, I received a query from a ward nurse: If a product label mentioned that "Do not store over 25°C", is it fine for us to keep the medication in fridge? What does a cool place on the product label mean? Read the label to know the recommended storage temperature range.

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Medication Error Case Examples

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Introduction Medication error is any preventable event that may harm patient. In outpatient pharmacy setting, CQDC (centralised quality dispensing control) is ideally in place to minimise medication errors. I did not identify any errors on medication label and the quantity prepared. Sertraline 100 mg OD.