The dispensary service provided ensures that medicines are supplied promptly, safely and cost effectively to
-All inpatients / wards
-Selected groups of outpatients and patients at dischargeThe dispensary service encompasses the essential activities of
- Processing all requests for Pharmacy Department items received through the Ward Pharmacy Service
- Purchasing and distributing all Pharmacy Department items including the sourcing of unusual medication
- extemperous dispensing
- Manufacturing sterile products i.e. formulations of drugs, eye drops and injections not available commercially in a dedicated clean room area.
The Medicines Information service promotes the safe, effective and economic use of medicines by the provision of up-to-date, accurate and adequate information and advice to healthcare professionals. The service provides information on indications, dosage and administration, contra-indications and precautions, adverse effects and drug interactions, drug use in pregnancy, lactation and renal or hepatic impairment.
Contact
Dispensary direct line (01)6343693
Office (01)6343640
Fax (01)6644688