Definition: South African Pharmacy Council. The statutory body responsible for regulating the pharmacy profession, including registration of pharmacists and licensing of pharmacy premises.
Why It Matters: Pharmacies are often the final link in the pharmaceutical cold chain before patient use. SAPC requirements ensure product integrity is maintained through to dispensing.
Cold Chain Relevance:
– Pharmacy cold chain requirements (Good Pharmacy Practice)
– Storage conditions for scheduled substances
– Temperature monitoring in pharmacies
– Courier pharmacy regulations
– Responsible pharmacist requirements
Good Pharmacy Practice Requirements:
– Refrigerator for 2-8°C products
– Temperature monitoring (daily records)
– Calibrated thermometers
– Emergency procedures for equipment failure
– Proper stock rotation (FEFO)
Related Terms: SAHPRA, GDP, Pharmaceutical Cold Chain, Good Pharmacy Practice