Pharmacy is the science and technique of preparing and dispensing drugs. It is a health profession that links health sciences with chemical sciences and aims to ensure the safe and effective use of pharmaceutical drugs
Pharmacy is one of the lucrative medical professions in Ghana. There quite a number of Pharmacy schools established in Ghana overseeing the training of pharmacists in the country. For the purpose of admission into the 2021/2022 academic year, we have decided to compile the list of universities offering Pharmacy courses in Ghana.
Who is a Pharmacist?
Pharmacists are responsible for preparing the dosage forms of medications, such as tablets, capsules, and sterile solutions for injection. They combine prescription drugs from doctors, dentists, and veterinarians.
What are the Jobs of pharmacists?
Pharmacists fulfill the prescriber’s intentions by providing advice and information, formulating, storing, providing correct dosage forms, ensuring the efficacy and quality of the medicine dispensed. Pharmacy practice requires an excellent knowledge of drugs, their mechanism of action, side effects, interactions, mobility, and toxicity.
List of Universities Offering Pharmacy Courses In Ghana.
University of Ghana School Of Pharmacy
Central University College Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences
KNUST Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Kumasi Polytechnic Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Health And Allied Science School of Pharmacy
Sunyani Technical University
Kings University College, Accra
Family Health Medical School
Royal Ann Health College Ghana
Ghana College of Pharmacists
The scope of pharmacy practice includes more traditional roles, such as medication composition and dispensing, it also includes more modern healthcare-related services, including clinical services, drug review for safety. Pharmacists can therefore be seen as experts in drug therapy and are the primary health professionals who optimize the use of medications for the benefit of patients.
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