Pharmacy technician

‘Worrying gaps’ in new pharmacy technician qualification

Proposals for a new single qualification for pharmacy technicians have been described as a ‘basic level of training’ by the RPS.…

Pharmacy technicians to be consulted on supervision

Pharmacy technicians are to be consulted on their views on the supervision of the preparation, sale and supply of medicines in the autumn of 2018.…

‘I hope to see APTUK continue to grow and evolve’ says outgoing president

Tess Fenn, who announced her decision to step down as president of the Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK at its annual conference on 17 June 2018, has said that she hopes the next president will work to ensure pharmacy technicians are equally valued and utilised as pharmacy professionals.…

Tess Fenn to step down as president of APTUK

Tess Fenn, president of the Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK, has announced her decision to step down from the role at the end of 2018. …

My career of bumps, hill starts and road closures

Tess Fenn, president of the Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK (APTUK) reflects on her 48 years as a pharmacy technician…

Feedback sought from Welsh community pharmacy technicians

The Wales Centre for Pharmacy Professional Education is launching an online survey into Welsh community pharmacy technician roles.…

Pharmacy Technician’s Guide – Dry eye disease: the patient journey and further resources

Although some patients may experience some symptoms of dry eye only occasionally, dry eye disease is a chronic condition, so it is important for patients to understand the implications.…

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Pharmacy Technician’s Guide – Dry eye disease: treatment advice for contact lens wearers

People who wear contact lenses are at risk of dry eyes. Pharmacists should give specific advice to contact lens wearers when recommending over-the-counter products because some cannot be used with lenses.…

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Pharmacy Technician’s Guide – Advice for applying dry eye treatments

In order to get the most from eye treatments, it is important to apply them effectively and store them correctly.…

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Pharmacy Technician’s Guide – Blepharitis: managing eyelid inflammation

Pharmacists should advise patients to maintain good lid hygiene to manage blepharitis. Antibiotic drops or ointments, or low-dose antibiotic courses should be considered if hygiene changes are ineffective.…

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