Many of us do not know what a Community Pharmacist's main tasks or responsibilities are. Let's take a look at them briefly:

Dispensing: A graduate 'A' grade pharmacist dispenses both prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, ensuring correct dosage and proper storage instructions.

Prescription review: Reviews doctors' prescriptions to identify potential drug interactions, such as drug-drug interactions and drug-food interactions.

Counseling: They provide expert advice on medicines, including how to take them, possible side effects, and how to store them properly.

Patient education: They counsel patients about their medicines, their condition, and how to effectively manage their health.

Collaboration: Ensures the best possible patient care, working with other healthcare professionals such as doctors and nurses.

Medication management: They can help patients with medication reconciliation, identify gaps in their therapy, and best manage their medication regimen.

Specialized services: Some community pharmacists provide specialized services, such as immunization programs or medication adherence counseling.

Essentially, community pharmacists are the first line of healthcare providers for people, ensuring that patients receive the right and safe medications, necessary health information, and support.