INFORMATION ABOUT PHARMACY IN SOUTH AFRICA

LOCUMS FOR PHARMACISTS

2013-03-16T15:17:00.000-07:00

1. What is a locum?

Someone (physician or pharmacy personnel) who substitutes temporarily for another member of the same profession.

Locums in South Africa are very common in the profession of pharmacy. All pharmacy personnel do locums in order to add an extra weight to their income.

2. Who are allowed to do locums?

1. Responsible pharmacists

2. Pharmacists

3. Pharmacist community service personnel

4. Pharmacist assistants

5. Pharmacy students (who have at least completed 1 year of their course of study)

3. How much do they earn?

Well, it entirely depends on the individual pharmacy, there is no particular ball-point figure how much can they pull in. It is upto them to decide how much to offer. But generally speaking, they offer a very decent amount which varies depending on the size and popularity of that individual pharmacy.

On a general note, here I am providing the estimated amounts that each pharmacy personnel can bring in,

· Responsible pharmacists à 220R to 350R per hour

· Pharmacists à 180R to 250R per hour

· Pharmacist community service personnel à 150R to 200R per hour

· Pharmacist assistants à 120R to 150R per hour

· Pharmacy students à 30R to 120R per hour

4. What do they do at locums?

ü As a pharmacist, if you are offered a locum, you need to take responsibility of the whole pharmacy.

ü You need to have a little computer knowledge as most patients buy their medication using a medical aid that you need to work out on the system.

ü You need to be very patient as there will be a huge number of patients and the time will be crushing you out.

ü You sometimes need to council the patients if needed.

ü You should know your generics very well as most of the patients ask for low priced medications.

ü You are supposed to manage your staff and balance the amount of time you spend on each patient.

ü Most importantly you need to learn softwares like UNISOLVE and PROPHARM, on which most of the pharmacies in South Africa work on.

ü You obviously need to have good communication skills as most of the patients have less patience, and if you lack communication skills they’ll get on your nerve.

ü A patient smile to the patient will solve all the troubles.

There are many agencies in South Africa that’ll help you find locums very easily using social networking sites and through many other channels, here is the list of few agencies that might help you finding locums,

5. Links for agencies websites: ( copy and paste the URLs)

1. www.indeed.co.za/Locum-Pharmacist-jobs

2. www.careerjet.co.za › South Africa jobs

3. 66.7.215.46/~salocums/cms

4. durban.olx.co.za › Jobs › Healthcare Jobs (only in Durban)

5. http://www.gumtree.co.za/f-pharmacist-locum-Classifieds-W0QQKeywordZpharmacistQ20locum

6. www.joblife.co.za › Pharmacist Assistant Locum Jobs

7. http://za.simplyhired.com/a/jobs/list/q-locum+pharmacist

8. www.jobisjob.co.za/locum+pharmacist/jobs

LIST OF PHARMACUITICAL MANUFACTURING COMPANIES IN SOUTH AFRICA

2013-02-28T08:37:00.001-08:00

There are a large number of pharmaceutical manufacturing companies in South Africa. Here i have compiled the list of as many as possible companies that are located in South Africa. Addresses of these companies is also provided. Here goes the list.....

Abbott Laboratories SA (Pty) :

Abbott

South Africa (Pty) Ltd.

P.O. Box 7208

Weltevredenpark

Johannesburg, 1715 South Africa

Telephone: (27 11) 858 2000

Facsimile: (27 11) 858 2070

Website: http://www.abbott.com/index.htm

Adcock Ingram Critical Care:

Physical Address:

1 New Road, (c/o New Road & 7th Street),
Midrand,
South Africa

Postal Address:

Private Bag X69,
Bryanston,
2021,
South Africa

Telephone:

+27 11 635 0000

Customer Service:

0860 ADCOCK (232625)

GPS:

S 25 58.518, E 28 6.342

WEBSITE: http://www.adcock.co.za/

African Medicines (Pty) Ltd:

68 Rigger Road, Spartan

Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa

011 975 1405

Afrox Limited:

23 WEBBER STREET
2001 JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG

Phone: 011 490 0400
Fax: 011 493 8828

WEBSITE: www.afrox.co.za

Air Liquide (Pty) Ltd:

Chamdor Branch

Tel (011) 769 1360/1/2 - Fax (011) 762 4712
5 Maclean Street, Chamdor
PO Box 124200 - Alrode 1451

Potchefstoom Branch

Tel (018) 297 5348 - Fax (018) 294 3642
19 Ross Street
PO Box 1425 - Potchefstroom 2520

Welkom Branch

Tel (057) 396 1716 - Fax (057) 396 1046
Stand 6523, 8th street
Industrial sites - Welkom 9459

Alrode Branch

Tel : (011) 389 7000 - Fax (011) 617 7500
Corner Vereeniging & Andre Marais road
PO Box 124200 - Alrode 1451

Bloemfontein Branch

Tel (051) 432 4414 - Fax (051) 432 4299
171 Fritz Stockenstroom street, East End
PO Box 3087 - Bloemfontein 9300

WEBSITE: http://www.airliquide.co.za

Akromed Products (Pty) Ltd:

Building 12 Healthcare Park, Woodlands Drive, Woodmead, 2191

Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa

011 239 6305

Amka Pharmaceuticals:

Customer Care Line: 0860 002 652
Tel: +27 (0)12 674 0400
Fax: +27 (0)12 666 8715
E-mail: info@amka.co.za

Physical Address:
Amka Products (Pty) Ltd
14 Ellman Street
Sunderland Ridge
0157

Postal Address:
PO Box 3504
Pretoria
0001

Anchorpharm Animal Health (Pty) Ltd:

17 DUBLIN ROAD . BRAMLEY VIEW EXT 6
2090 JOHANNESBURG

Phone: (+27) 11-8821516
Fax: (+27) 11-8821526

Astra Pharmaceuticals (Pty) Ltd

Phone:   011 797 6000

Fax:        011 797 6001

Email:    mark.delcuore@astrazeneca.com

Website:www.astrazeneca.com

Physical Address:

5 Leeuwkop Rd, Sunninghill Park, Sandton, 2199

Postal Address:

Private Bag X30, Sunninghill, Sandton, 2157

Atomic Energy Corporation of SA

CHURCH ST EXT. WEST. PRETORIA WEST
0183 PRETORIA

Phone: (+27) 12-3164911
Fax: (+27) 12-3163111

Bayer (Pty) Ltd

27 Wrench Road, Isando, 1609

Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa

TELEPHONE: 011 921 5000

Beige Pharmaceuticals cc.

11/16 Bundo Rd
Sebenza Ext 1
Edenvale
1609
PO Box P O BOX 42
Edenvale, Northern Cape
1610
South Africa

Phone Number: (011)452 1620
Fax Number: (011)452 2942

Better Nutrition (Pty) Ltd

BETTER NUTRITION (PTY) LTD
1 Carey St
Wynberg
2090
PO Box P O BOX 49
Bergvlei, Northern Cape
2012
South Africa

Phone Number: (011)444 6921
Fax Number: (011)444 7610

Bioclones (Pty) Ltd

BIOCLONES (PTY) LTD
2D Grayston Med Mews
Grayston Drv
Sandown
2031
PO Box P O BOX 78
Sandton, Northern Cape
2146
South Africa

Phone Number: (011)784 5684
Fax Number: (011)784 5688

Bioforce SA (Pty) Ltd

Bioforce House, 130 16th Road, Midrand, 1682

Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

Telephone:

011 315 3167

Biovac SA cc.

BIOVAC SA CC
1 Manchester Rd
Wadeville
1428
PO Box P O BOX 14
Wadeville, Northern Cape
1422
South Africa

Phone Number: (011)827 9172
Fax Number: (011)827 8688

Border Blood Transfusion Service

BORDER BLOOD TRANSFUSION SERVICE
19 St James Rd
East London
5201
PO Box P O BOX 75
East London, Western Cape
5200
South Africa

Phone Number: (043)722 67

Brunel Laboratoria

BRUNEL LABORATORIES PTY LTD
Cnr Rudolf & Van Tonder St
Sunderlandridge
0157
PO Box P O BOX 79
Wierda Park, Northern Cape
0149
South Africa

Phone Number: (012)666 8745
Fax Number: (012)666 8976

Byk Madaus (Pty) Ltd

BYK MADAUS PHARMACEUTICALS
Cnr 16th & 2nd St
Midrand
1685
PO Box P O BOX 34
Halfway House, Northern Cape
1685
South Africa

Phone Number: (011)315 1581
Fax Number: (011)315 2125

Colgate Palmolive (Pty) Ltd

528 Commissioner Street, Boksburg, 1459

Boksburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Telephone:

011 898 2300

Columbia Pharmaceuticals (Pty)

Columbia Pharmaceuticals (Pty) Ltd
PO Box 7026
Bonaero Park, Gauteng
1622
South Africa

Phone Number: +27-11-978-1738
Contact Name: CEO

Compu Pharmaceuticals Prod Ltd

COMPU PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS LTD
Suite 115 476 Kings Highway
Lynnwood
0081
PO Box P O BOX 30
Sunnyside, Northern Cape
0132
South Africa

Phone Number: (012)348 9768
Fax Number: (012)348 9896

Delta G Scientific:

P O Box 1628
Halfway House
1685
South Africa

Tel:

+27 11 314-2300

Fax:

+27 11 314-1996

Dia-Kure Ltd:

DIA KURE LIMITED
Voortrekker St
Bloemfontein
9301
PO Box P O BOX 19
Bloemfontein, Eastern Cape
9300
South Africa

Phone Number: (051)444 1156
Fax Number: (051)430 9125

Divpharm Manufac. And Packing cc.

DIVPHARM MANUFACTURING & PACKAGING C C
25 Longdale Loop
Longdale
2093
PO Box P O BOX 49
Cramerview, Northern Cape
2060
South Africa

Phone Number: (011)473 2140
Fax Number: (011)473 1002

Eastern Province Blood Trans. Service:

EASTERN PROVINCE BLOOD TRANSFUSION SERVERVICES
Provincial Hosp Grnds
Buckingham Rd
Port Elizabeth
6001
PO Box P O BOX 15
Port Elizabeth, Western Cape
6000
South Africa

Phone Number: (041)373 1201
Fax Number: (041)373 7190

Eden Pharmaceuticals Prod (Pty) Ltd:

EDEN PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS (PTY) LTD
Unit 3 Lynpark
161 Vanderbijl St
Meadowlands
1852
PO Box P O BOX 75
Garden View, Northern Cape
2047
South Africa

Phone Number: (011)622 3402
Fax Number: (011)622 3402

Fedgas (Pty) Ltd:

114 RIVIER STREET LADANNA
- PIETERSBURG

Phone: (+27) 15-2930315
Fax: (+27) 15-2931015

Fine Chemicals Corporation (Pty) Ltd:

FINE CHEMICALS CORPORATION (PTY) LTD
15 Hawkins Avenue
Epping 1
Eppindust
PO Box P O Box 25
Cape Town, Western Cape
South Africa

Phone Number: 021 531-6421
Fax Number: 531-1458
Contact Name: Mr P J Barber

Gaia Organi cs

CONTACT DETAILS:

PHONE & FAX: 044-532-7695/7765;

PO BOX 2147, KNYSNA,

SOUTH AFRICA, 6570

E-MAIL: director@gaiaresearch.co.za

Geo Schwulst Laboratories (Pty) Ltd

GEO SCHWULST LABORATORIES (PTY) LTD
17 Farraday St
Village Main
2001
PO Box P O BOX 26
Excom, Northern Cape
2023
South Africa

Phone Number: (011)334 3600
Fax Number: (011)334 431

Glaxo Wellcome SA (Pty) Ltd

GLAXO WELLCOME SA (PTY) LTD
44 Old Pretoria Road
Halfway House
PO Box P O Box 33
Midrand, Gauteng
South Africa

Phone Number: 011 313-6000
Fax Number: 313-6111
Contact Name: Mr C Giltrow

GM Pharmaceuticals (Pty) Ltd

GM PHARMACEUTICALS (PTY) LTD
140 Smith Street
Durban
Durban
PO Box P O Box 17
KwaZulu-Natal
South Africa

Phone Number: 031 332-8411
Fax Number: 332-8807
Contact Name: Mr S Georghiou

GR Pharmaceuticals (1967) (Pty) Ltd

GR PHARMACEUTICALS (1967) (PTY) LTD
Norman Murray Street
Cape Town
PO Box P O Box 73
Atlantis, Western Cape
South Africa

Phone Number: 021 577-1045
Fax Number: 577-1456
Contact Name: Mr JIPurchase

Health & Performance

HEALTH & PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL (PTY) LTD
63 Main Street
Bordeaux
pinegowrie
PO Box P O Box 56
Randburg, Gauteng
South Africa

Phone Number: 011 886-2932
Fax Number: 886-3047
Contact Name: Mr T Morgan

Hersol Manufacturing Laboratories cc.

Offices & Factory :    Hersol House, 36 Maddison Street, Jeppestown, 2094   Directions & Map

GPS coordinates :     E   28° 06' 36.29       S   26° 20' 61.54             Altitude :   1780 m

Postal Address     :    P. O. Box 85058, Emmarentia, 2029

Phone:   + 27 (0) 11 614-6631 / 2
Fax     :   + 27 (0) 11 614-4615

Hoechst Marion Roussel Limited

HOECHST MARION ROUSSEL LIMITED
3rd Flr
Cnr K101 & Grand Central
Midrand
0000
PO Box PVT BAG X2
Midrand, Northern Cape
1683
South Africa

Phone Number: (011)256 3700
Fax Number: (011)256 3707
Contact Name: Mr P Cooper

Homeomed

HEEL HOMEOMED (PTY) LTD
Unit 5 Mini Factories Linbro Business Prk
5 Galaxy Ave
Sandton
2196
PO Box P O BOX 89
Lyndhurst, Northern Cape
2106
South Africa

Phone Number: (011)608 2704
Fax Number: (011)608 2422
Contact Name: R Augsburger

Impilo Drugs (1966) (Pty) Ltd

IMPILO DRUGS (1966) (PTY) LTD
9 Green St
Isithebe
Mandeni
4490
PO Box P O BOX 33
Mandeni, Free State
4490
South Africa

Phone Number: (032)459 1529
Fax Number: (032)459 1423

Intramed

INTRAMED (PTY) LTD
6 Gibaud Rd
Port Elizabeth
6001
PO Box P O BOX 43
Korsten, Western Cape
6014
South Africa

Phone Number: (041)453 6666
Fax Number: (041)453 6628
Contact Name: W Maxon

Isotec Nutrition (Pty) Ltd

ISOTEC NUTRITION (PTY) LTD
9 Faraday St
Village Main
2001
PO Box P O BOX 26
Excom, Northern Cape
2023
South Africa

Phone Number: (011)334 3650
Fax Number: (011)334 0148

Janssen-cilag Pharmaceutica (Pty)

JANSSEN-CILAG PHARMACEUTICALS (PTY) LTD
Corner Pharmaceutica & Fifteenth
Roads
Halfway House
PO Box P O Box 65
Midrand, Gauteng
South Africa

Phone Number: 011 652-0400
Fax Number: 315-0811
Contact Name: Mr CPJHopchet

Johnson & Johnson

Medical Street
Halfway House
PO Box P.O.Box 273
Midrand, South Africa

Phone Number: +27 11 265 1109
Fax Number: +27 11 265 1253

Kyron Laboratori es (Pty) Ltd

KYRON LABORATORIES
29 Barney Rd
Benrose
2094
PO Box P O BOX 27
Benrose, Northern Cape
2011
South Africa

Phone Number: (011)618 1544
Fax Number: (011)618 4402

Marshall Chemical cc.

36 Mewett St
Ophirton
2091
PO Box P O BOX 45
Mayfair, Northern Cape
2108
South Africa

Phone Number: (011)493 2007
Fax Number: (011)493 1387
Contact Name: Mr A Pieterson

Merck Generics RSA (Pty) Ltd

Contact Details

T: +27 11 3725000

Edenvale
Johannesburg
Gauteng
South Africa

Mirren (Pty) Ltd

18 Golden Drive, Morehill, 1501

Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa

Telephone: 011 425 4026

Natal Blood Transfusion Services

KZN

10 Eden Road
Pinetown
PO Box Private Ba
Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal
South Africa

Phone Number: 031 719-6500
Fax Number: 78-2552
Contact Name: Mr E Tessendorf

National Accel erator Centre

Faure Hospital, Old Faure Road, Faure

Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa

Telephone: 021 843 1000

NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR VIROLOGY T/A TOGA LABORATORIES

7A Meadowdale Park
Cnr Herman & Dick Kemp Rd
Edenvale
1609
PO Box P O BOX 14
Edenvale, Northern Cape
1610
South Africa

Phone Number: (011)453 5066
Fax Number: (011)453 5059
Contact Name: Dr Dj Martin

Natura Homeopathic Laboratory

8 - 18th St
Hazelwood
0081
PO Box P O BOX 35
Menlo Park, Northern Cape
0102
South Africa

Phone Number: (012)346 1230
Fax Number: (012)460 6405

Novo Nordisk (Pty) Ltd

345 Rivonia Boulevard

Rivonia 2128

Telephone: 011 202 0500

Pharma Natura (Pty) Ltd

Corner Fifth & Carey Streets
Wynberg
Bergvlei
PO Box P O Box 49
Sandton, Gauteng
South Africa

Phone Number: 011 445-6000
Fax Number: 445-6048
Contact Name: Mr B J Turner

PHARMA BIOTICA CC

8 Dublin Rd
Bramley View
2090
PO Box P O BOX 13
Halfway House, Northern Cape
1685
South Africa

Phone Number: (011)882 1449
Fax Number: (011)882 1449

Pharmacare Ltd – (Regulatory Affairs)

Building 4 Healthcare Park
Woodlands Drive
Woodmead
Sandton
PO Box 1593
Gallo Manor, Gauteng
2052
South Africa

Phone Number: +27 11 2396717
Fax Number: +27 11 2396001
Contact Name: R van As

Pharmacare Ltd (Lennon)

7 Fairclough Rd
Korsten
6020
PO Box P O BOX 40
Korsten, Western Cape
6014
South Africa

Phone Number: (041)407 2111
Fax Number: (041)451 3371

Quality Products (Pty) Ltd

174 Chamberlain Road
Jacobs
Jacobs
PO Box P O Box 12
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
South Africa

Phone Number: 031 461-2251
Fax Number: 468-6472
Contact Name: Mr J G Bonpun

Quatromed Limited

Unit 2 Gazelle Place, Corporate Park,

Halfway House,

Gauteng 1683

South Africa

Telephone: +27 113144410

Resmed Pharmaceuticals

71 Rochdale Road
Springfield Park
Reservoir Hills
PO Box P O Box 65
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
South Africa

Phone Number: 031 577-7258
Fax Number: 577-7182
Contact Name: Mr L Singh

Roche Products (Pty) Ltd

4 Brewery Street
Isando
Isando
PO Box P O Box 12
Kempton Park, Gauteng
South Africa

Phone Number: 011 974-5335
Fax Number: 974-6354
Contact Name: Mr M Mok

SA BLOOD TRANSFUSION SERVICE

94 St George St
Bloemfontein
9301
PO Box P O BOX 10
Bloemfontein, Eastern Cape
9300
South Africa

Phone Number: (051)447 4122
Fax Number: (051)447 1220

S N PHARMACEUTICALS

PO Box PTY LTD
Pinetown, Free State
3600
South Africa

Shell Lubicants Plus

171 Main Road, Boksburg, 1459

Boksburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Telephone: 011 894 4244

Smith & Nephew Pharmaceuticals

Unit 18 Frazzitta Business Park,

Cnr Koeberg & Freedom Way,

Milnerton, 7441

Milnerton, Western Cape, South Africa

Telephone: 021 550 9400

SMITHKLINE BEECHAM PHARMACEUTICALS (PTY) LTD
Inyanga Close Sunninghill Ext 81
Sunninghill
Sunninghill
PO Box Private Ba
Sandton, Gauteng
South Africa

Phone Number: 011 239-4500
Fax Number: 239-4632
Contact Name: Mr R Peddy

The State Vaccine Institute

Durban (Head-office)
Physical Address:
34 Essex Terrace, Westville, 3630
Postal Address:
PO Box 808, Durban, 4000, South Africa
Tel: +27 (0)31 266 9090
Fax: +27 (0)31 266 9199

WARNER LAMBERT PFIZER
241 Main Road
Retreat
Tokai
PO Box Private Ba
Cape Town, Western Cape
South Africa

Phone Number: 021 710-4111
Fax Number: 710-4303
Contact Name: Mr J A Vincente

WRAPSA PACKAGING & MANUFACTURING (PTY) LTD

Edison Cres
Hennopsmeer
0157
PO Box P O BOX 77
Centurion, Northern Cape
0046
South Africa

Phone Number: (012)653 0347
Fax Number: (012)653 0857

NOTE: Please feel free to correct any mistakes. Your corrections and suggestions are welcomed and very well appreciated.

And if u want the list of these companies without the addresses, please leave a comment with your name and e-mail address, i will get back to you on my earliest.

THANK YOU.....come back again for more interesting posts

HIV VACCINE FROM SOUTH AFRICAN SCIENTISTS

2012-10-27T00:38:00.001-07:00

Scientists from South Africa are making progress towards finding a vaccine for HIV, have recently discovered that certain people can produce potential antibodies that can neutralize HIV strains.

Scientists knew for a fact that some (1 among 5) long term HIV infectants are able to produce powerful antibodies, but it has been a mystery that how exactly the body is able to do that.

A team of scientists from South Africa has discovered that when the virus evolves to evade its host’s immune system by adding a sugar molecule to its surface, the host’s antibodies adapt to recognize the sugar in such a way they can kill nine of 10 known strains of HIV.

Penny Moore says, “We’re hoping we can use this information to develop a vaccine that prompts the body’s immune system to make broadly neutralising antibodies”. The study is based on blood samples taken at regular intervals over several years from two women infected with HIV, enabling scientists to study how both the virus and the women’s antibodies have changed over time.” Unfortunately these broadly acting antibodies do not cure HIV, but they do stop it from infecting healthy cells, "They don’t help the people who develop them at all, because the virus is already established” he added.

A sugar molecule called GLYCAN situated on the virus’s outer protein coating labeled 332, prompted the immune systems of these women to make antibodies that killed 88% of HIV strains. They found that the GLYCAN molecule was present in about two thirds of HIV-C, the subtype circulating in Southern Africa.

It implies that targeting only the GLYCAN molecule will only be partially effective and a vaccine would need to take aim at multiple weak points in the virus, says Dr. Moore

This research was carried on by a consortium from the Centre for Aids Programme of Research in South Africa (Caprisa), the NICD, the universities of Cape Town and KwaZulu-Natal, and the US universities of North Carolina and Harvard.

Hope we’ll see the vaccine coming soon in near future, thanks to our South African scientists.

IELTS TO GET A WORK PERMIT TO SOUTH AFRICA?

2012-10-17T13:46:00.001-07:00

Do you need IELTS to get a work permit to South Africa?

The answer is YES. You need IELTS to get a work permit to South Africa.

What is IELTS?

IELTS the “International English Language Testing System”

is an international standardized test of English language proficiency.

There are two versions of the IELTS:

The Academic Version

The Academic Version is intended for those who want to enroll in universities and other institutions of higher education and for professionals such as medical doctors and nurses who want to study or practice in an English-speaking country.

General Training Version

The General Training Version is intended for those planning to undertake non-academic training or to gain work experience, or for immigration purposes.

IELTS is accepted by most Australian, British, Canadian, Irish, New Zealand and South African academic institutions, over 3,000 academic institutions in the United States, and various professional organizations. It is also a requirement for immigration to Australia, South Africa, New Zealand and Canada.

what is the minimum score required in IELTS to qualify for SAPC board exams?

A candidate requires a minimum overall band score of 6 in order to qualify to write the SAPC board examinations held twice a year.

PAY SCALE (OR) SALARIES FOR PHARMACISTS IN SOUTH AFRICA

2012-10-06T06:43:00.000-07:00

IF YOU EVER WONDERED WHAT KIND OF SALARIES YOU CAN EXPECT FOR VARIOUS DESIGNATIONS FOR PHARMACISTS AND OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS IN SOUTH AFRICA, WELL, HERE I'VE DONE THE JOB FOR YOU.

SALARIES OF REGISTERED PHARMACISTS:

Median Salary by Job - Certification: Registered Pharmacist (RPh) (South Africa)

SALARIES OF PHARMACIST INTERNS:

Pharmacist Intern

Salary Report (South Africa)

SALARIES OF REGISTERED PHARMACIST ASSISTANTS:

Pharmacist Assistant

Salary Report (South Africa)

SALARIES OF PHARMACY ASSISTANTS:

Pharmacy Assistant

Salary Report (South Africa)

LIST OF MAJOR RETAIL PHARMACIES IN SOUTH AFRICA

2012-10-05T06:20:00.002-07:00

HERE IS THE LIST OF RETAIL PHARMACIES WHICH ARE HIGHLY POPULAR IN SOUTH AFRICA. CONSIDERABLE NUMBER OF PHARMACISTS IN SOUTH AFRICA WORK WITH THESE COMPANIES AS PERMANENT EMPLOYEES OR THEY WORK PART-TIME FOR EXTRA INCOME. MANY PHARMACISTS CONSIDER WORKING PART-TIME(LOCUMS) DURING WEEKENDS OR ON HOLIDAYS. THIS IS CONSIDERED AS A HUGE ADVANTAGE FOR HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS BECAUSE THE PAYMENT FOR DOING LOCUMS IS RELATIVELY HIGH. MOST OF THESE COMPANIES HAVE A LARGE NETWORKS AND HAVE MANY INDIVIDUAL PHARMACIES ALL ACROSS SOUTH AFRICA. THERE ARE MANY MORE SMALL INDIVIDUAL RETAIL PHARMACIES IN SMALL TOWNS AND VILLAGES WHICH ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE LIST, THESE SMALL PHARMACIES ARE A HUGE SOURCE FOR PEOPLE LIVING IN RURAL AREAS.

HERE GOES THE LIST:

DIS-CHEM PHARMACIES:

Dis-Chem has been rated as the country's best pharmacy chain by Professional Management Review, and has also been voted as Best Pharmacy, Best Medical Supply Store and Best Health Store in both “The Star Your Choice” and “Pretoria News Readers Survey”, as well as in the Leisure Options Readers Choice Awards.

Contact:

Dis-Chem Head Office

Tel: -011 589 2200

Care line: -
0860 DISCHEM (3472436)

Website: http://www.dischem.co.za

Medi-rite:

MediRite Pharmacies inside Shoprite and Checkers stores meet the growing need for easily accessible and affordable healthcare. Many of medirite pharmacies are located in supermarkets serving previously disadvantaged areas where there are few medical practitioners and the Group is proud to bring much-needed pharmaceutical services to these customers at low prices.

Contact:

Cnr William Dabs & Old Paarl Road, Brackenfell, 7560

Brackenfell, Western Cape, South Africa

Telephone: 021 983 5111

Website: http://www.medirite.co.za

Alpha pharm pharmacies:

ALPHA PHARM Pharmacies are your trusted professional friends in the community and have been there for you for generations. Whether it's chronic medication, over the counter medicines, gift lines or just good FREE professional advice, you can trust your ALPHA PHARM PHARMACIST to always be there for you. We deliver to your door and will even open up at night for you in an emergency. comprehensive range of products including our ALPHA PHARM own brand products offer you great value for money options.

Alphapharm’s Clinic services ensure that your family is catered for from birth to old age with baby weighing facilities, diabetes, blood pressure and cholesterol checks all carried out on site ...and you'll always find a welcome smile from our qualified and well trained staff.

Contact:

42 Felix Dlamini Road, Mayville, 4091

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Telephone:

031 203 2500

WEBSITE: http://www.alphapharm.co.za/

Clicks:

Clicks is the largest pharmacy group in South Africa now with over 300 stores nationwide!

At Clicks we go out of our way to source products that will enhance your lifestyle. That's why we are constantly looking for brands, nationally and internationally, that measure up to our strict requirements of cutting-edge technology, superior quality and exceptional value.

Today our Clicks Private Label and Exclusive brands include an extensive range of products, which add quality and value to every area of your life ... from your health and home to your beauty and much more.

Contact:

Sharecall:	0860 254257 0860 CLICKS
Email:	service@clicks.co.za
Fax no:	(021) 465 9922
Address:	Clicks Customer Service Centre P O Box 5142 Cape Town, 8000 South Africa
Customer Service Centre Hours: WEBSITE : http://www.clicks.co.za/	Monday to Friday - 07:30 to 17:30 Saturdays - 08:00 to 15:00 Public Holidays - 08:00 to 15:00

M-Kem 24 Hours Pharmacy:

M-kem 24 hours pharmacy is one of the large groups of pharmacies in South Africa. The name itself indicated that it is open 24 hours a day and the service offered is extraordinary. M-kem pharmacies have wide range of products to offer, beauty care, skin care, orthopedic, surgical, and they also provide medical aids.

Contact:

M-KEM MEDICINE CITY,
CNR DURBAN ROAD / RAGLAN STREET BELLVILLE

TEL: 021 948 5702 / 6 / 7

OR (021) 948 5667

FAX: 021 949 8108

E-MAIL: MKEM@MKEM.CO.ZA

WEBSITE: http://www.mkem.co.za

Pharma Direct:

Pharmacy Direct is a premier Courier Service Pharmacy that has been in operation for the past ten years and since its inception proven to be a major and leading role player in the dispensing and delivery of chronic medication.

From January 2004 Pharmacy Direct has been appointed as the Designated Service Provider (DSP) for a number of Medical Schemes. Under this appointment we supply chronic medication to patients under the Prescribed Minimum Benefit (PMB) regulations.In addition we also provide medication under the normal chronic benefit designed by Schemes. Pharmacy Direct is also currently the biggest provider in the private market of Anti-retroviral Therapy to patients living with HIV/Aids.

Pharmacy Direct also provides medication that is not approved as chronic medication and that is considered to be acute medication and which is used by a patient over a longer period. Patients will receive their acute medication together with their chronic medication on a monthly basis.

Pharmacy Direct currently delivers medication to 75 000 patients nationally.

Contact:

Tel: 086 002 7800
Fax: 0866 11 4000/1/2/3
Email: care@pharmacydirect.co.za

Physical Address Details

Block A, Arena Office
Park, 272 West Avenue,
Centurion

Postal Address Details

PO Box 7344
Centurion
0046

Website: www.pharmacydirect.co.za

Springbok pharmacy:

Springbok Pharmacy was established in 1963 by Mannie Gien and was situated in the main road (Voortrekker) in the centre of Alberton. In 1979 the pharmacy moved to larger premises, also in Voortrekker Rd, next to the Alberton Mall (it's current location). In 1983 Mannie was joined by Kenny Baker and in 1985 the pharmacy moved into the Alberton Mall.

Over the years the pharmacy continued to expand in size as more space became available in the centre. Soon further expansion will commence and the pharmacy will increase in size by a further 1400 sq. metres.

Currently the pharmacy is situated on two levels and employs in excess of 140 staff members. In addition to the 9 qualified pharmacists, there are specialised personnel in the departments of Homeopathy & Natural Remedies, Supplements for Sportsmen, Fragrances & Cosmetics, Primary Health Care Clinic Services & Family Planning, Incontinence Products & aids for the handicapped.

With 20 delivery vehicles on the road daily we offer a free delivery service throughout the entire Gauteng region, including Pretoria, Heidelberg, Nigel and the Vaal Triangle. Orders for delivery can be placed telephonically, by e-mail, fax or on line. We also send orders country wide and internationally (for nominal courier fees). We are Preferred Providers of Chronic Medicines for Discovery and most other major Medical Aids.

Contact:

Physical address

Springbok Pharmacy
Shop U1 Alberton Mall
Voortrekker Road
Alberton
1450

Contact numbers

Switchboard: +27 11 861 6600
Orders: +27 11 861 6660
+27 11 861 6661
+27 11 861 6662
Fax: +27 11 907 9249
+27 11 907 0163
email: info@springbokpharmacy.co.za

Trading hours

Mon-Fri: 08h00 - 19h00
Sat: 08h00 - 17h30
Sun: 09h00 - 15h00

Website: http://www.springbokpharmacy.co.za/

Durbell Pharmacies:

Durbell Pharmacies, the total healthcare specialists have been looking after their customers since 1972. With a range of healthcare services that include dedicated pharmacists, primary health clinics, sport nutritionists, skincare therapists and supported by a wide selection of health products, a Durbell Pharmacy should be your choice for total health care. We are confident of the fact that our knowledge and holistic approach to total healthcare, enables you to make informed decisions with regards to both conventional and alternative medicines.

Contact:

4 Queen Street,

Durbanville, 7550

Western Cape,

South Africa

Telephone: 021 979 1600

Website: http://www.durbell.co.za

Wynberg Pharmacy:

Wynberg Pharmacy was established in 1946 and is a family owned business that prides itself on professional & personalised service. We have been trading for 63 years which bears testament to our passion for caring for you and your family.

Wynberg Pharmacy is situated in 222 Main Road, Wynberg, Cape Town. We trade 365 days a year till 10pm and offer a delivery service 6 days a week. We have free secure parking, and there is also wheelchair access to and within the pharmacy.

Mission:

To consistently offer our customers exceptional service and quality products at highly competitive prices.

Contact:

Contact Number: 021 797 8141

Fax Number: 021 797 5577 (scripts) , 021 797 6511 (admin)

E-mail: Sally sally@wynsun.co.za

Jean jean@wynsun.co.za

Trading Hours: Mon – Sat, 8am - 10pm

Sun & Public holidays
8.30am - 10pm
Clinic Trading Hours: Mon – Fri, 9 am - 5pm
Sat 9am - 1pm

Physical Address:

Wynberg Pharmacy
222 Main Road
Wynberg
Cape Town
South Africa
7800

Website: http://www.wynbergpharmacy.co.za

Sun valley Pharmacy:

Sun Valley Pharmacy was established in the Noordhoek Valley in 1985. It is the sister pharmacy to the well known and trusted Wynberg Pharmacy. Both pharmacies are family owned and run businesses that pride ourselves on professional and personalised service and quality products at highly competitive prices. Sun Valley pharmacy has been trading for 25 years which bears testament to our passion for caring for you and your family.

Sun Valley Pharmacy is situated in shop G68, Longbeach Mall, Sun Valley. We are open for trade 7 days a week and offer a delivery service and primary health clinic 6 days a week. We are wheelchair friendly.

Our mission:

To consistently offer our customers exceptional service and quality products at highly competitive prices.

Contact:

Contact Number:	021 785 3470
Fax Number:	021 785 3520
E-mail:	Jackie jackie@wynsun.co.za
Trading Hours:	Mon - Fri 8:30am - 7pm Sat: 8:30am to 5pm Sun & Public holidays 0am - 2pm
Clinic Trading Hours:	Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm Sat 9am - 2pm
Physical Address: Website:	Sunvalley Pharmacy Shop G68 Longbeach Mall Noordhoek Cape Town South Africa 7800 www.sunvalleypharmacy.co.za

LIST OF PHARMACEUTICAL ORGANISATIONS IN SOUTH AFRICA

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LIST OF PHARMACEUTICAL ORGANISATIONS IN SOUTH AFRICA

Here is the list of pharmaceutical organizations that has been compiled to acquaint candidates with the various professional bodies serving the pharmacy profession in South Africa. The information has been provided by the various organizations and is by no means an exhaustive list. The following organizations may be contacted for further information regarding membership or services offered:

NAPM - National Association of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers

The National Association of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers (NAPM) is a voluntary, Non-profit organization consisting of South African, generics-based pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors.

A section 21 Trade Association established in 1977, the NAPM is one of the longest standing associations for the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. Representing the largest group of generics manufacturers and suppliers.

Address:

PO Box 32361, KYALAMI, 1684

Tel: (011) 312-6966 Fax: (011) 312-6966

E-mail: raseela@napm.co.za

Web: www.napm.co.za

NAPW - National Association of Pharmaceutical Wholesalers

This is a sector of NAPM

Address:

PO Box 3069, HOUGHTON, 2041

Tel: (011) 442 0331

E-mail: napw@mweb.co.za

PIASA- Pharmaceutical Industry Association of South Africa

The Pharmaceutical Industry Association of South Africa (PIASA) is a trade association of companies involved in the manufacture and/or marketing of prescription medicines in South Africa.

Membership is voluntary and includes a broad representation of research based multinational, local/generic and empowerment pharmaceutical companies operating in South Africa. PIASA currently represents approximately 30% of the total private sector pharmaceutical market in South Africa.

The members of PIASA aim to bring the best medicines to the South African market. PIASA companies are important members of the South African business community, marketing medicines, including both innovative and generic medicines, to the health professions. In addition to promoting and safeguarding the interests of members PIASA provides a service to the public as well as the general medical and healthcare community.

Address:

P O Box 12123, VORNA VALLEY, 1686

Tel: (011) 805-5100 Fax: (011) 805-5105/9

E-mail: info@piasa.co.za

Web: www.piasa.co.za

PSSA - Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa

The first apothecary established in what is now South Africa was Joachim Blanck. A member of the Guild of Apothecaries in Amsterdam, Blanck settled in the Cape in 1653. It was not until the early 19th century that the function of the pharmacists in South Africa was first defined. This enabled pharmacists (Chemists and Druggists) to organise themselves into a professional group distinct from other medical professions.

In 1885 a group of 7 pharmacists met in King Williamstown to form the South African Pharmaceutical Association. This development resulted in branches being formed in various parts of the country. From here pharmaceutical societies were developed in the various provinces and ultimately the amalgamation of these, in 1946 formed the Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa.

Address:

P O Box 26039, ARCADIA, 0007

Tel: (012) 301-0820 Fax: (012) 301-0828

E-mail: pssa@pharmail.co.za

Website: www.ppsa.org.za

SAAHIP - South African Association of Hospital & Institutional Pharmacists

As a sector of the Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PSSA), SAAHIP has the following as its objectives:

1. To promote the professional, educational and economic interests of the members of the Association and of the pharmaceutical profession, with specific emphasis on pharmacists active in the practice of hospital and institutional pharmacy;

2. To uphold and improve the professional integrity and standards of professional conduct of the members of the Association;

3. To improve, promote and maintain the image of the profession;

4. To represent generally the views and interests of the members on all pharmaceutical matters, including representing the members in dealings with government and similar agencies;

5. To uphold and assist in the promotion and maintenance of the health of the people of South Africa through the provision of a satisfactory and dependable pharmaceutical service;

6. To provide and promote benefits to its members and to do all such things as may advance the interests of its members; and

7. In recognising the diversity of the population of the Republic of South Africa, to promote the representation of all sectors of the South African community in its membership.

Address:

P O Box 26039, ARCADIA, 0007

Tel: (012) 301-0820 Fax: (012) 301-0836

Email SAAHIP Executive: exec@saahip.org.za
website: http://www.saahip.org.za/

SAAPI - South African Association of Pharmacists in Industry

Representing pharmacists and allied professionals who practice in the industry, and to provide value to PSSA members who practice in the industry.

Our Vision

We see pharmacists in industry taking responsibility for leading change and being at the cutting edge of all relevant scientific, professional, environmental and political ventures and promoting unity in our profession".

Our Objective

"To maintain and promote professional standards, responsibilities and interests of pharmacists in industry in order to play an active role in ensuring the quality, safety and efficacy of manufactured medicines, as well as in the health care delivery system in South Africa."

Address:

P O Box 26039, Arcadia, 0007

Tel: (012) 301-0820 Fax: (012) 301-0828
website: http://www.saapi.org.za/

SAPSF - South African Pharmacy Students' Federation

This is a sector of PSSA.

The South African Pharmacy Students' Federation is a professional federation that represents ALL Pharmacy students studying in South Africa.

Our Mission is to unite and serve Pharmacy Students and to work towards improving the quality of health care for all South Africans.

Email: saps.pres@gmail.com
website: http://sapsf.co.za/

SACP - Community Pharmacists’ Sector of the PSSA

This is a sector of PSSA.

The SA Retail Chemists and Druggists Association (SARCDA) was formed in 1949 to promote and protect the interests of its members (mainly pharmacy owners) in matters pertaining to the practice of retail pharmacy.

Being a dynamic organization, the Association went through a number of name changes, reflecting the changing face of retail pharmacy over the past decades.

The unification of the PSSA and its constituent sectors in 1999, included incorporation of the Association with the PSSA. The current name change to the Community Pharmacist Sector of the PSSA (CPS) appropriately accommodates the unification of the profession.

Address:

P O Box 26039, ARCADIA, 0007

Tel: (012) 301-0820 Fax: (012) 301-0828

E-mail: pssa@pharmail.co.za

Website: www.ppsa.org.za

SMASA - Self Medication Association of South Africa

The Self-Medication Manufacturers Association of South Africa (SMASA) was formed in mid 1999.

Nicola Brink is the Chairperson of SMASA and Allison Vienings is the Executive Director of the Association.

The objectives of the Association are inter alia to play a role in the promotion and support of legislative matters, to interact with government, provincial administration, local authorities, other associations and statutory councils.

The Association will promote and protect the interests of the Association, encourage co-operation between members of the Association and will deal with matters that may affect the common interests of members.

Address:

P O Box 71351, The Willows, 0041, South Africa

Tel: +27 (0)12 803-5955 Fax: +27 (0)12 803-3575

E-mail: smasa@telkomsa.net

Web: www.smasa.cc

Department of Health

Private Bag X828, Pretoria, 0001

Tel: (012) 312-0285 Fax: (012) 325-5706/326-4382

Website: www.health.gov.za

ROLE OF PHARMACISTS IN SOUTH AFRICA

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As in most countries, the practice of a profession in South Africa requires evidence of an appropriate level of education and practical experience. The recognition of qualifications in most health-related professions is the responsibility of a registration authority established by government statute. To be able to work as a pharmacist in South Africa, registration with the South African Pharmacy Council is needed. The practice of pharmacy by unregistered persons is punishable by law.

Pharmacists in South Africa are expected to:

1. organise the manufacturing, compounding and packaging of pharmaceutical products;

2. organise the procurement, storage and distribution of pharmaceutical products;

3. dispense and ensure the optimum use of medicine prescribed to the patient;

4. provide pharmacist initiated care to the patient and ensure the optimum use of medicine;

5. provide education and information on health care and medicine;

6. promote community health and provide related information and advice;

7. participate in research to ensure the optimal use of medicine.

8. Most pharmacists practise in community pharmacies and in hospital pharmacies in the public and private sector. A smaller number of pharmacists work in manufacturing pharmacies, wholesale pharmacies, academic and government institutions or the armed services.

Community and hospital pharmacists have a wide range of responsibilities. These include:

(1) the provision of pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for the patient's medicine related needs and being accountable for meeting these needs, which include the following functions:

(a) evaluation of a patient's medicine related needs by determining the indication, safety and effectiveness of the therapy;

(b) dispensing of any medicine or scheduled substance on the prescription of an authorised prescriber;

(c) furnishing information and advice to any person with regard to medicine;

(d) determining patient compliance with the therapy and follow up to ensure that the patient's needs are being met; and

(e) provision of pharmacist initiated therapy;

(2) compounding, manipulation or preparation of medicines and scheduled substances;

(3) purchasing, acquiring, keeping, possessing, using, supplying or selling of medicine or scheduled substance;

(4) applications for the registration of medicines or medical devices;

(5) re-packaging of medicine;

(6) promotion of public health in accordance with guidelines and standards including:

(a) the provision of information and education regarding the promotion of human health;

(b) the provision of immunisation, mother and childcare, blood pressure monitoring; health education; blood-glucose monitoring; screening tests for pregnancy; family planning; cholesterol screening tests; HIV screening tests; urine analysis; and visiometric and audiometric screening tests;

(c) the provision of animal health care services including:

(i) the compounding and dispensing of prescriptions written by veterinarians and ensuring the optimal use of veterinary medicines;

(ii) the immunisation of animals;

(iii) the handling of minor and/or self-limiting ailments in animals; and

(iv) the provision of information and education regarding the promotion of animal health.

(7) conducting of pharmaceutical research and development;

(8) provision of primary care drug therapy with prior authorisation from council; and

(9) any other health service as may be approved by council from time to time.

Pharmacists in manufacturing pharmacies are involved in:

(1) manufacturing of medicine and scheduled substances;

(2) purchasing, acquiring, keeping, possessing, using, supplying or selling of any medicine or scheduled substance;

(3) furnishing of information and advice to any person with regard to medicine manufactured;

(4) applications for the registration of medicines or medical devices;

(5) formulation of medicine for the purposes of registration as a medicine;

(6) distribution of medicine or scheduled substances;

(7) repackaging of medicine in accordance with the Medicines Act;

(8) initiation and conducting of pharmaceutical research and development; and

(9) any other health service as may be approved by council from time to time.

STUDY PERMIT TO SOUTH AFRICA

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HERE IS THE PROCEDURE TO FOLLOW TO GET A STUDY PERMIT TO STUDY IN ANY EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION IN SOUTH AFRICA.

Well, if you are looking forward to pursue any degree in South Africa, here is the process. There are few simple steps that look very complicated to follow and get a study permit; here i made it look even simpler. Here we go,

STEP NO.1 à GET AN ADMISSION

This will be your first step; you must get an admission into your desired educational institution. For that, you will have to enquire about top universities in South Africa and choose the one that meets your requirements (your financial ability, academic performance etc.)

STEP NO.2 à APPLY (INSTITUTION)

You can either apply online or by courier. You cannot get a study permit without getting an admission first. Once, you get an acceptance letter from the institution that you applied that means you are half way through.

STEP NO.3 à APPLY (STUDY PERMIT)

Now you need to get a form to fill up, a form that is called (BI-1738) for a study permit. This form à http://www.home-affairs.gov.za/PDF/immigration/bi1738.pdf

Fill this form up and submit it along with all the additionally required documents. You can find a check list in the official home affairs website.

Make sure that you attached the following documents.

Your passport, it must be valid for at least 30 days exceeding the application period.
The applicable permit fee (either cash or bank-guaranteed cheque).you can find the fee prices in the home affairs website.
You need to show a Proof that you are financially able to pay your tuition fees and have adequate means of support. You will need to submit three months’ worth of bank statements (your parents, caretaker, guardian, sponsorer etc.)
Proof of medical or health insurance cover that is registered or recognized in South Africa.
A repatriation guarantee. Unless a South African sponsoring body, citizen, or permanent resident provides a written undertaking to support you, you will need to lodge a cash deposit equivalent to the value of a return ticket. And, in the case of African students, proof that your country has signed a written undertaking to pay costs for deportation should it become necessary. ??? But if your course is less than a year, or you will be attending a religious institution, you will be exempt from this requirement, and need only possess a valid return/onward ticket.
A medical certificate and a radiological report (chest X-ray) or skin TB test is required.
If you a minor – that is, under 18 – you will need written permission from both parents and sole custody parent, along with proof of sole custody.
If you are a minor, particulars of the person in South Africa who will act as your guardian and a letter of confirmation from the intended guardian.
An official conformational letter from the institution in South Africa confirming your acceptance and details of the duration of the course.
If you are older than 18, a police clearance certificate.

Once you are done with collecting all the documents, submit them in your nearest SOUTH AFRICAN embassy as soon as possible, and wait for the process to finish. That’s it you have done your part.

IMPORTANT: remember that getting an acceptance letter from your desired institution doesn’t necessarily mean that you’ll be guaranteed with a study permit. There are many cases of number of students who couldn’t get a study permit even after getting accepted by the institutions. So, please keep it in mind that, more errors you make – more is the possibility of getting rejected.

TIME PERIOD:

It usually takes like 6 weeks or more to process a study permit. In case of errors, it consumes even more

time than expected.

This is how a valid study permit usually looks like:

STEP NO.4

Now that you have a study permit, take the flight and fly to South Africa before it gets expired. LOL. You are done.

STEP NO.5

thank me!!!!! LOL

PHARMACY IN "UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND"

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University of the Witwatersrand

The University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a multi-campus South African public research university situated in the northern areas of central Johannesburg. It is more commonly known as Wits University. The University has its roots in the mining industry, as do Johannesburg and the Witwatersrand in general. Founded in 1896 as the South African School of Mines in Kimberley, it is the third oldest South African university in continuous operation, after the University of Cape Town (founded in 1829), and Stellenbosch University (founded in 1866).

In 1959, the Extension of University Education Act forced restricted registrations of black students for most of the apartheid era; despite this, several notable black leaders graduated from the University. It became desegregated once again prior to the abolition of apartheid in 1990. Several of apartheid's most provocative critics, of either European or African descent, were one-time students and graduates of the University.

The University has an enrollment of 27,934 students as of 2010, of which approximately 4,566 live on campus in the University's 18 residences. As of 2010, 67.7% of the University's total enrollment is for undergraduate study, with the remaining 32.3% being postgraduate.

PHARMACY AND PHARMACOLOGY

Pharmacy is a dynamic, patient-oriented profession committed to fulfilling the health care needs of South Africa and its people. Movement is away from the traditional compounding and dispensing of medicine towards a more professional advisory and primary health care role. Through innovative application of knowledge and skills the pharmacist becomes involved in the healing, serving and education -- a substantial contribution to the community of which the Pharmacist is an integral part.

The Department of Pharmacy and Pharmacology aims to provide exemplary undergraduate, professional and graduate education in the health professions and natural sciences.

General Contact Information

General Enquiries
1 Jan Smuts Avenue Braamfontein 2000 Johannesburg, South Africa	Private Bag 3 Wits 2050 South Africa
Tel: 27 (0) 11 717-1000 Email: webmaster@wits.ac.za

General Contacts	Telephone	Email
Undergraduate and postgraduate admission information	Tel: 27 (0) 11 717 1030/1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8 Fax: 27 (0) 11 717 1299	Admission.Senc@wits.ac.za
International students	Tel: 27 (0) 11 717 1054/5 Fax 27 (0) 11 7171059	studysa.international@wits.ac.za
Evening classes / Part-time students (Undergraduate qualifications only)	Tel: 27 (0)11 717-9505/ 9500/9501/9505 Fax: 27 (0) 11 717-9519 or 0865532969	Ntokozo.Mngadi@wits.ac.za
Financial Assistance	Tel : 27 (0)11 717-1081 Fax : 27 (0) 11 339-4387	info.finaid@wits.ac.za
Advancement & Partnerships:Marketing	Tel: 27 (0)11 717 1027 Fax: 27 (0)11 717 1065	Ferna Clarkson
Advancement & Partnerships: Communications	Tel: 27 (0)11 717 1019 Fax: 27 (0)11 717 1065	Shirona Patel
Faculties
Faculty of Commerce, Law and Management	Registrar: Tel: 27 (011) 717 8001	Marike.bosman@wits.ac.za
	Undergraduate Enquiries: Tel: 27 (011) 717 8007	Riddick.mnisi@wits.ac.za
	Postgraduate General enquiries: Tel: 27 (011) 717 8005 / 3565	Ntshepeng.Tshabala@wits.ac.za Vanishree.Pillay@wits.ac.za
Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment	Engineering: Undergraduate enquiries: Tel: 27 (0)11 717 7000/7
	Postgraduate enquiries: Tel: 27 (0)11 717 7602	Thando.Mbolekwa@wits.ac.za
	Built Environment: Undergraduate enquiries: Tel: 27 (0)11 717 7601/2
	Postgraduate Applications enquiries: Tel: 27 (0)11 717 7603	Glenda.Levitan@wits.ac.za
Faculty of Health Sciences	Undergraduate enquiries: Tel: 27 (0)11 717 2545/ 2097	undergrad@health.wits.ac.za
Faculty of Health Sciences	Postgraduate enquiries: Tel: 27 11 717 2510 /2076	health.pg@wits.ac.za
Faculty of Humanities	Undergraduate enquiries: Tel: 27 (0)11 717 4004 27 (0) 11 717 4005 27 (0) 11 717 8203	Johannes.Mogotsi@wits.ac.za Palesa.Moekoena@wits.ac.za Diana.Govender@wits.ac.za
Faculty of Humanities	Postgraduate enquiries: Tel: 27 (0)11 717 4002/7/8 27 (0) 11 717 8202	Rita.Kruger@wits.ac.za / Mpho.Ntseare@wits.ac.za / Hale.Modau@wits.ac.za Julie.Poyser@wits.ac.za
Faculty of Science	Undergraduate enquiries: Tel: 27 (0)11 717 6000	science.ug@wits.ac.za
Faculty of Science	Postgraduate enquiries: Tel: 27 (0)11 717 6004	science.pg@wits.ac.za

PHARMACY IN "UNIVERSITY OF LIMPOPO" & ''UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN CAPE

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University of Limpopo(medunsa campus)

The University of Limpopo is a university in the Limpopo Province, South Africa. It was formed on 1 January 2005, by the merger of the University of the North and the Medical University of South Africa (MEDUNSA). These previous institutions form the Turfloop and MEDUNSA campuses of the university, respectively.

PHARMACY SCHOOL:

This problem-based BPharm course is at present the only one of its kind in South Africa. The strategy of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) is in line with the national policy of Outcomes Based Education, since it is aimed at producing professional pharmacists equipped to practice effectively, immediately on completion of the degree.

Pharmacists are the custodians of medicines and contribute to good patient care by offering counselling and education about the safe, effective use of medicines.They help ensure that all medicines are of high and consistent quality.

Duration

Four years, with an additional internship year and community service year to be completed before registration as a pharmacist.

Career Opportunities

Community Pharmacy, Primary Health Care, Hospital Pharmacy, Public Service Practice, Industrial Pharmacy, Academic Pharmacy, Wholesale Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Research.

contact :

Mrs Lindi Mabope, Tel: (012) 521 4649/4745, Fax: (012) 521 4751 or
Mrs Hannelie Meyer (Course Coordinator), Tel. (012) 521 4741, Fax: (012) 521 4751

TURFLOOP CAMPUS:

The University of the North was established in 1959 under the apartheid regime's policy of separate ethnically-based institutions of higher learning policy. The university was sited at Turfloop farm about 40 km east of Pietersburg. The town that grew around the university was named Sovenga, (Sotho, Venda, Tsonga) for the three ethnic groups that were supposed to study there. In reality, most inhabitants refer to the town as Mankweng, after one of the chiefs of the area. Under later apartheid, UNIN served as a "model" university where dignitaries were brought to show the "viability" of the separate facilities. As such, it received heavy government subsidies, but the real problem was that the students that the university supposedly served were so under-resourced in their standard education that the quality of instruction was placed under incredible demands.

The university was a center of resistance to apartheid in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s with the SADF occupying the grounds often during those years. After the end of apartheid, the university struggled through various re-organization and rationalization schemes, yet always managed to survive. Enrollment fluxuated wildly in the years after liberation and while some faculty did not transition very easily, others were able to seize upon the new opportunities.

The University of Limpopo is the result of a merger between the former Medical University of Southern Africa and the University of the North, which merger occurred on 1 January 2005.

The Medical University of Southern Africa (MEDUNSA) was established in 1976 to provide tertiary education and training facilities to the educationally disadvantaged in the fields of Medicine, Allied Health and Nursing Sciences, and Dentistry intended to meet the health needs of the country..

The Campus is situated to the north-west of Pretoria. Its grounds extend over some 350 ha adjoining the Ga-Rankuwa Township and are easily accessible by roads and rail. Regular bus and taxi services operate between Pretoria and Dr George Mukhari Hospital as well as between Mabopane and Medunsa.

contact:

Contact Details
Telephone number	:015 268 2356 / 2347
Fax number :	015 268 2523

University of the Western Cape

The University of the Western Cape is a public university located in the Bellville suburb of Cape Town, South Africa. It was established in 1960 by the South African government as a university for Coloured people only. Other universities near Cape Town are the University of Cape Town, (UCT, originally for English speaking whites) and the Stellenbosch University (originally for Afrikaans speaking whites). The establishing of UWC was a direct effect of the Separate University Education Bill of 1957. This law accomplished the segregation of higher education in South Africa. Coloured students were only allowed at a few non-white universities. In this period, other 'ethnical' universities, such as the University of Zululand and the University of the North, were founded as well. Since well before the end of apartheid in South Africa in 1994, it has been an integrated and multiracial institution.

School of Pharmacy

Why Study Pharmacy?

Pharmacists have a responsibility to play meaningful roles in the healthcare of the people they serve. They do this through an emphasis on the correct and rational use of medicines and related products. There is also an acute shortage of and thus a great need for pharmacists in South Africa and in various other xountrie in the world. A B Pharm. Qualification can lead to many varied worldwide opportunities.

What is the duration of the curriculum?

The curriculum extends over four years. After obtaining the B.Pharm degree an internship of one year (in community, hospital or industry) or two years (academic) ensues. This is followed by a compulsory year of community service in the public hospital sector as a fully fledged pharmacist.

Career opportunities with a B.Pharm degree

Community Pharmacy – Pharmacists play a key roles in communities. They dispense medicines, advise patients on correct and rational use of medications and cosmetics, counsel people on health matters, perform diagnostics screening procedures and refer to othe health care workers for appropriate help. They often play leadership roles in the communities they serve .

Hospital Pharmacy – Pharmacists in this setting compound and dispense medicines and counsel patients. They may also be involved in small scale manufacture of specialized medicines such as radio-active pharmaceuticals, total parenteral nutrition preparations and injectables. Drug supply management is also handled.

Industrial Pharmacy – Pharmacist in this setting are involved in the manufacture , quality control, packaging, storage, registration and marketing of all types of medicines such as tablets, suppositories, injections and syrups. They usually assume supervisory or other leadership positions in this arena.

Academic Pharmacy – Pharmacists may wish to pursue a career in academic pharmacy, which involves teaching university students and researching relevant issues for the further development and progress of the profession.

Other career options are – Professional medicines detailing for pharmaceutical companies (people appointed as pharmaceutical representatives) ; clinical research associates to assist in drug clinical trials, consultants to medical aids and other pharmaceutical institutions and businesses . Opportunities also exist in the field of regulatory and professional organizations associated with pharmacy, and, I the fields of cosmetics, food and beverages manufacturing and marketing.

Skills acquired

- Develop sound communication and writing skills

- Develop interpersonal skills

- Develop critical thinking abilities

- Acquire sound laboratory technique

B.Pharm I enrolment is limited to 140 students. We are the only School of Pharmacy in the Western Cape

Degrees

- B.Pharm.

- M.Pharm.

- M.Sc (Pharmaceutical Science)

- Ph.D.

- D.Pharm.

CONTACT:

UWC Contact Centre

	Telephone :	+27 21 959 3900 : Prospective Students
	Telephone :	+27 21 959 3901 : Current Students
	Telephone :	+27 21 959 3902 : Parents and Sponsors
	Telephone :	+27 21 959 3903 : Alumni and Employers
	Telephone :	+27 21 959 2911 : General Information

UWC Postal Address

	Postal Address :	University of the Western Cape
		Private Bag X17 Bellville 7535 Republic of South Africa

UWC Physical Address

	Physical Address :	University of the Western Cape
		Modderdam Road Bellville 7535 Republic of South Africa

UWC Website Enquiries

	Email Address :	servicedesk@uwc.ac.za

PHARMACY IN ''RHODES UNIVERSITY"

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Rhodes University

Rhodes University (RU or simply Rhodes) is a public research university located in Grahamstown in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa, established in 1904. It is the province’s oldest university, and is one of the four universities in the province.It is the fifth or sixth oldest South African university in continuous operation, being preceded by the University of the Free State (1904), University of Witwatersrand (1896),Stellenbosch University (1866) and the University of Cape Town (1829).^{[verification needed]} Rhodes was founded in 1904 as Rhodes University College, named after Cecil Rhodes, through a grant from the Rhodes Trust. It became a constituent college of the University of South Africa in 1918 before becoming an independent university in 1951.

The university has an enrolment of over 7,000 students, approximately 3,000 of whom live on campus in several residences located on campus while the remaining students (known as oppidans) take residence in digs (off-campus residences) or in their own homes in town.

Faculty of Pharmacy

The Rhodes University Faculty of Pharmacy is dedicated to achieving excellence in an environment of interdisciplinary co-operation, and mutual respect, consistent with the mission of the University and with the mission of the profession of Pharmacy

Community engagement is one of the key focus areas in the Faculty of Pharmacy. Academic members of staff in the Faculty contribute to policy decision-making in provincial and national arenas involving the use, management and distribution of medicine and the training of health professionals.
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General and Official Enquiries

The Registrar

Postal Address

The Registrar
Rhodes University
P. O. Box 94
Grahamstown, 6140
South Africa

Physical Address

Rhodes University
Lucas Avenue
Grahamstown, 6139
South Africa

Telephone: +27-046-603-8276
Fax: +27-046-603-7350
Email: registrar@ru.ac.za

Admissions and Courses Enquiries

Student Bureau – Rhodes University

Student Bureau
P O Box 94
Grahamstown 6140
South Africa

Telephone: +27 (0)46 603 8276
Fax: +27 (0)46 603 7350
Email: registrar@ru.ac.za

Rhodes University: Johannesburg Recruitment Office

Physical Address
51 Seventh Avenue
Parktown North

Postal Address
P O Box 52303
Saxonwold 2132
South Africa
Telephone: +27 (0)11 788 5543/4

Media Enquiries

Members of the media requiring information relating to our institution’s activities, our leading academics or any other information should contact:

Publicity and Media Liaison Officer: Zamuxolo Matiwana

Telephone: +27 (0)46 603 7023

Fax: +27 (0)46 603 8744
Email: z.matiwana@ru.ac.za

Director: Communications and Marketing Division:

Lebogang Hashatse is the Official University Spokesperson.
Telephone: +27 (0)46 603 7022
Fax: +27 (0)46 603 8744

Student Fees Enquiries

Rhodes University: Student Fees

P O Box 94
Grahamstown 6140
South Africa

Telephone: +27 (0)46 603 8253
Fax: +27 (0)46 603 7019/20.
Email: student-fees@ru.ac.za

website for pharmacy department :

http://www.ru.ac.za/pharmacy/

University of KwaZulu-Natal

The University of KwaZulu-Natal or UKZN is a university with five campuses all located in the province of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. It was formed on 1 January 2004 after the merger between the University of Natal and the University of Durban-Westville.

Welcome to Pharmacy and Pharmacology

The School consists of four Departments, viz., Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology and Pharmacy Practice. The School’s core function is the training of pharmacists to competently practice in all spheres of Pharmacy, i.e., community/retail, hospital, industry, Pharmacy education and training/ academia and pharmaceutical research and development.

Pharmacy is a dynamic, information driven, product- and patient-orientated profession where the pharmacist, through inculcated competence and skills during the Bachelor of Pharmacy degree and the Pharmacy internship, is committed to meeting the health care needs of all health seeking communities by being the:

custodian of medicines;

formulator, manufacturer, distributor and controller of safe, effective and quality medicine;

advisor on the safe, rational and appropriate use of medicine;

provider of essential clinical services including screening and referral services;

provider of health care education and information;

provider of pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for the outcome of therapy and by being actively involved in the design, implementation and monitoring of pharmaceutical plans;

provider of cost-effective and efficient pharmaceutical services. (South African Pharmacy Council)

Contact:

Tel: +27 31 260 7358
Fax: +27 31 260 7792

Head of School:
pharmacyhos@ukzn.ac.za

Research:
pharmacyresearch@ukzn.ac.za

Undergraduate Issues:
pharmacyundergrad@ukzn.ac.za

PHARMACY IN "NELSON MANDELA METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY & "NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY"

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Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) is a South African tertiary education institution with its main administration in the coastal city ofPort Elizabeth. A merging of three institutions formed NMMU in January 2005 but its history dates back to 1882 with the foundation of Port Elizabeth Art School. The University draws international students from all over the world. There are over 3000 international students and include students from the United States, France, China, Germany, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom and many other countries.

NMMU is a comprehensive university offering professional and vocational training. The University has six campuses - five in Port Elizabeth and one in George. The main campus is the South Campus.Students at NMMU can study towards diplomas and degrees up to and including doctoral level qualifications. A number of courses include workplace experience as part of the curriculum.

The University opened on 1 January 2005 as the result of a merger between the PE Technikon, the University of Port Elizabeth and the Port Elizabeth campus of Vista University. This union of three very different institutions came about as a result of government’s countrywide restructuring of higher education – intended to deliver a more equitable and efficient system to meet the needs of South Africa in the 21st century.

NMMU brings together the best of both worlds - technikon and university education - and draws on more than a century of quality higher education, in a new kind of university that offers a wide range of academic, professional and technological programmes at varying entrance and exit levels.

NMMU offers students a wide choice of stimulating and market oriented courses, opening up a variety of career opportunities. Academic and financial support, the opportunity to participate in cutting-edge research and relevant community services, and a variety of sporting and social activities -these are all part of the package at this vibrant university.

NMMU offers an extensive range of internationally recognised certificates, diplomas and degrees up to doctoral level to match students’ academic interests and career aspirations. Courses are offered in the Faculties of Arts, Business & Economic Sciences, Education, Engineering; the Built Environment & Information Technology, Health Sciences, Law and Science.
The success of our career-focused programmes lies in the hands-on involvement of industry and business experts in our courses, many of which include workplace experience as part of the curriculum.

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University is an engaged and people-centred university that serves the needs of its diverse communities by contributing to sustainable development through excellent academic programmes, research and service delivery.

Our vision as a values-driven University is to be the leader in optimising the potential of our communities towards sustainable development in Africa

Tel: Port Elizabeth Campuses: (041) 504 1111
George Campus: (044) 801 5111

website: www.nmmu.ac.za
e-mail: info@nmmu.ac.za

website for pharmacy department: http://health.nmmu.ac.za/Home

North-West University

The North-West University is a newly merged institution from 1 January 2004 onwards with three campuses at Potchefstroom,Mahikeng and Vanderbijlpark, South Africa. The Potchefstroom Campus (founded in 1869) is the largest, and the head office of the University is situated at this location. With its merged status, the North-West University became one of the largest universities in South Africa and has 64 081 students (full-time and distance education).The universities that merged to form this institution are the Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education and the University of North-West (formerly the University of Bophuthatswana). These two campuses form the main hubs of the university, with the Potchefstroom campus catering to Afrikaans speakers and the Mahikeng campus being broader in orientation.

FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
School of Pharmacy

About Us

Welcome to the School of Pharmacy:
OUR VISION:

Driven by our pursuit of knowledge and innovation, our vision is to maintain our leadership role in South Africa and to be internationally pre-eminent in pharmaceutical education, -research, -contact services and in community engagement.

OUR MISSION AND AIMS:

•	The professional and scientific education of pharmacist to contribute to the health of the people of South Africa by rendering a professional pharmaceutical service
•	The pursuit of relevant research of quality to promote the pharmaceutical sciences to benefit the health of the people of South Africa
•	The application of our unique expertise and abilities in teaching-learning and in pharmaceutical research to the advantage of the community in general and to the profession of Pharmacy in particular

OUR VALUES AND ETHICS:
•	Value driven principles based upon human dignity, equality, freedom, integrity, tolerance, respect, commitment to excellence, scholarly engagement, academic freedom and tolerance
•	Professional Code of Conduct
•	Ethical Code of The South African Pharmacy Council

COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE:

• The B. Pharm programme is the largest in South Africa

• Simultaneous translation in the B. Pharm programme unique in South Africa to increase access of students

• The Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Services Division is the largest of its kind in South Africa with contacts ranging from the WHO, PEPFAR and the national and international Pharmaceutical Industry

• The staff of the School in Pharmacy plays a leading role in national and international forums, committees and organizations

• Well-established and funded postgraduate programmes in all areas under supervision of NRF rated scientists

• Partnerships and collaborations with numerous institutions both on the national and international level

• World class teaching-learning facilities and research equipment

THE NWU

Contact us

Institutional Office	Mafikeng Campus	Potchefstroom Campus	Vaal Triangle Campus
Contact person: The Institutional Registrar	Contact person: The Campus Registrar	Contact person: The Campus Registrar	Contact person: The Campus Registrar
Postal address: North-West University Institutional Office Private Bag X1290 Potchefstroom 2520	Postal address: North-West University Mafikeng Campus Private Bag X2046 Mmabatho 2745	Postal address: North-West University Potchefstroom Campus Private Bag X6001 Potchefstroom 2520	Postal address: North-West University Vaal Triangle Campus PO Box 1174 Vanderbijlpark 1900
Physical address: North-West University Institutional Office Building C1 53 Borcherd Street Potchefstroom 2531	Physical address: North-West University Mafikeng Campus Corner of Albert Luthuli and University Drive Mmabatho 2745	Physical address: North-West University Potchefstroom Campus 11 Hoffman Street Potchefstroom 2531	Physical address: North-West University Vaal Triangle Campus Van Eck Blvd Vanderbijlpark 1900
Tel: (+27 18) 299-4897	Tel: (+27 18) 389-2111 Toll free number: 0800 623 698	Tel: (+27 18) 299-1111 /2222	Tel: (+27 16) 910-3111
Fax: (+27 18) 299-4910	Fax: (+27 18) 392-5775	Fax: (+27 18) 299-2767	Fax: (+27 16) 910-3116
E-mail: Amanda van der Merwe	E-mail: Koos Degenaar	E-mail: Kathleen Foutie	E-mail: Elbie Steyn
Directions and route map	Directions and route map	Directions and route map	Directions and route map

SAPC

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The pharmacy council of South Africa is a government body that deals with the health department.It was established in terms of pharmacy Act 1974 (Act no.53).The main objectives of pharmacy council is to maintain health and promote awareness about all kinds of diseases in the premises of South Africa.

contact info:

Customer Care:

Office operating hours (Mondays- Fridays)	08:00 - 16:30
SAPC Contact Centre (Mondays- Fridays)	09:00 - 16:00
Weekends and public holiday	Closed
SAPC Customer Care line:	0861 7272 00 or 0861 SAPC 00
Facsimile	+27(0)12 321 1492/+27(0)12 321 1479
E-mail address:	customercare@sapc.za.org

INFORMATION ABOUT PHARMACY IN SOUTH AFRICA

LOCUMS FOR PHARMACISTS

LIST OF PHARMACUITICAL MANUFACTURING COMPANIES IN SOUTH AFRICA

Physical Address:

Postal Address:

Telephone:

Customer Service:

GPS:

S 25 58.518, E 28 6.342

Air Liquide (Pty) Ltd:

Chamdor Branch

Potchefstoom Branch

Welkom Branch

Alrode Branch

Bloemfontein Branch

Contact Details

HIV VACCINE FROM SOUTH AFRICAN SCIENTISTS

IELTS TO GET A WORK PERMIT TO SOUTH AFRICA?

PAY SCALE (OR) SALARIES FOR PHARMACISTS IN SOUTH AFRICA

LIST OF MAJOR RETAIL PHARMACIES IN SOUTH AFRICA

LIST OF PHARMACEUTICAL ORGANISATIONS IN SOUTH AFRICA

ROLE OF PHARMACISTS IN SOUTH AFRICA

1. organise the manufacturing, compounding and packaging of pharmaceutical products;

2. organise the procurement, storage and distribution of pharmaceutical products;

3. dispense and ensure the optimum use of medicine prescribed to the patient;

4. provide pharmacist initiated care to the patient and ensure the optimum use of medicine;

5. provide education and information on health care and medicine;

6. promote community health and provide related information and advice;

7. participate in research to ensure the optimal use of medicine.

8. Most pharmacists practise in community pharmacies and in hospital pharmacies in the public and private sector. A smaller number of pharmacists work in manufacturing pharmacies, wholesale pharmacies, academic and government institutions or the armed services.

(1) the provision of pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for the patient's medicine related needs and being accountable for meeting these needs, which include the following functions:

(a) evaluation of a patient's medicine related needs by determining the indication, safety and effectiveness of the therapy;

(b) dispensing of any medicine or scheduled substance on the prescription of an authorised prescriber;

(c) furnishing information and advice to any person with regard to medicine;

(d) determining patient compliance with the therapy and follow up to ensure that the patient's needs are being met; and

(e) provision of pharmacist initiated therapy;

(2) compounding, manipulation or preparation of medicines and scheduled substances;

(3) purchasing, acquiring, keeping, possessing, using, supplying or selling of medicine or scheduled substance;

(4) applications for the registration of medicines or medical devices;

(5) re-packaging of medicine;

(6) promotion of public health in accordance with guidelines and standards including:

(a) the provision of information and education regarding the promotion of human health;

(b) the provision of immunisation, mother and childcare, blood pressure monitoring; health education; blood-glucose monitoring; screening tests for pregnancy; family planning; cholesterol screening tests; HIV screening tests; urine analysis; and visiometric and audiometric screening tests;

(c) the provision of animal health care services including:

(i) the compounding and dispensing of prescriptions written by veterinarians and ensuring the optimal use of veterinary medicines;

(ii) the immunisation of animals;

(iii) the handling of minor and/or self-limiting ailments in animals; and

(iv) the provision of information and education regarding the promotion of animal health.

(7) conducting of pharmaceutical research and development;

(8) provision of primary care drug therapy with prior authorisation from council; and

(9) any other health service as may be approved by council from time to time.

Pharmacists in manufacturing pharmacies are involved in:

(1) manufacturing of medicine and scheduled substances;

(2) purchasing, acquiring, keeping, possessing, using, supplying or selling of any medicine or scheduled substance;

(3) furnishing of information and advice to any person with regard to medicine manufactured;

(4) applications for the registration of medicines or medical devices;

(5) formulation of medicine for the purposes of registration as a medicine;

(6) distribution of medicine or scheduled substances;

(7) repackaging of medicine in accordance with the Medicines Act;

(8) initiation and conducting of pharmaceutical research and development; and

(9) any other health service as may be approved by council from time to time.

STUDY PERMIT TO SOUTH AFRICA

STEP NO.1 à GET AN ADMISSION

PHARMACY IN "UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND"

University of the Witwatersrand

PHARMACY AND PHARMACOLOGY

General Contact Information

PHARMACY IN "UNIVERSITY OF LIMPOPO" & ''UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN CAPE

University of Limpopo(medunsa campus)

Duration

Career Opportunities

Mrs Lindi Mabope, Tel: (012) 521 4649/4745, Fax: (012) 521 4751 orMrs Hannelie Meyer (Course Coordinator), Tel. (012) 521 4741, Fax: (012) 521 4751

University of the Western Cape

School of Pharmacy

PHARMACY IN ''RHODES UNIVERSITY"

Rhodes University

Faculty of Pharmacy

General and Official Enquiries

The Registrar

Postal Address

Mrs Lindi Mabope, Tel: (012) 521 4649/4745, Fax: (012) 521 4751 or
Mrs Hannelie Meyer (Course Coordinator), Tel. (012) 521 4741, Fax: (012) 521 4751

Fax: +27 (0)46 603 8744
Email: z.matiwana@ru.ac.za

Lebogang Hashatse is the Official University Spokesperson.
Telephone: +27 (0)46 603 7022
Fax: +27 (0)46 603 8744

FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
School of Pharmacy