DHA Pharmacist Pharmaceutical Legislation and Ethics

Question 1

What is the primary legislation governing pharmacy practice in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

DHA Health Regulation including Federal Law No. 4 of 1983 on pharmaceutical professions and DHA regulations

Answer

Pharmacy practice in Dubai is governed by the DHA under Federal Law No. 4 of 1983 concerning pharmaceutical professions, supplemented by DHA-specific regulations on licensing, dispensing, and controlled substances.

Question 2

What classification system does the DHA use for controlled medications in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Schedule-based classification (narcotic, psychotropic, controlled, semi-controlled) aligned with UAE federal schedules

Answer

DHA classifies controlled medications into schedules including narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances, controlled medications, and semi-controlled medications, aligned with UAE federal law and international conventions.

Question 3

What are the DHA requirements for pharmacist-patient counseling?

Accepted Answer

Mandatory counseling on medication use, side effects, interactions, storage, and adherence at every dispensing encounter

Answer

DHA mandates that pharmacists provide patient counseling at every dispensing encounter covering proper use, potential side effects, drug interactions, storage requirements, and adherence strategies.

Question 4

What is the DHA regulation on prescription validity periods?

Accepted Answer

Standard prescriptions are valid for a specific period (typically 30 days), with shorter validity for controlled substances

Answer

DHA regulations specify validity periods for prescriptions: standard prescriptions typically valid for 30 days, while controlled substance prescriptions have shorter validity periods to prevent misuse.

Question 5

What is the DHA policy on medication substitution by pharmacists?

Accepted Answer

Generic substitution is permitted unless the prescriber specifies 'no substitution,' with patient consent required

Answer

DHA allows pharmacists to substitute prescribed medications with bioequivalent generics unless the prescriber explicitly indicates no substitution, provided the patient is informed and consents to the change.

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DHA Pharmacist Pharmaceutical Legislation and Ethics