Pharmacy
Medication support integrated with hospital care, helping patients receive appropriate medicines and guidance as advised by healthcare professionals.
Pharmacy Services Supporting Patient Care
Pharmacy services form an important part of the patient-care journey by supporting the safe and appropriate use of medicines prescribed by qualified healthcare professionals.
Pharmacy at AIMS
The pharmacy function is intended to support patients and hospital services with medication- related requirements.
Medicines should be used according to the prescription and instructions provided by the treating healthcare professional.
- ✓ Support for prescribed medicines
- ✓ Medication-related patient guidance
- ✓ Support for inpatient and outpatient care
- ✓ Coordination with clinical treatment requirements
Medicines With Appropriate Guidance
Patients should take medicines only as advised by their healthcare professional and should clarify any questions regarding dosage, duration or administration.
Pharmacy Services
Medication-related support across different stages of hospital and patient care.
Prescription Support
Support related to medicines prescribed by the treating healthcare professional.
Inpatient Medication
Medication-related support as part of inpatient treatment and clinical care.
Outpatient Support
Support for patients receiving outpatient consultation and treatment.
Medication Guidance
Patients can seek appropriate clarification regarding prescribed medicines and their use.
Medication Safety
Encouraging appropriate medicine use and adherence to professional medical advice.
Continuity of Care
Medication information can form part of ongoing treatment and follow-up care.
Responsible Use of Medicines
Proper medicine use is an important part of safe and effective treatment.
Take Medicines as Prescribed
Patients should follow the prescription and instructions provided by the treating doctor or qualified healthcare professional.
- Follow the prescribed dose and schedule.
- Do not change the treatment without professional advice.
- Ask questions if any medicine instruction is unclear.
Share Relevant Information
Inform the healthcare team about current medicines, allergies and relevant medical history.
- Inform staff about known drug allergies.
- Mention medicines currently being taken.
- Report unexpected reactions promptly.
Important Pharmacy Information
Before Using Any Medicine
Patients should use medicines responsibly and seek professional advice whenever there is uncertainty about a prescription or medication.
- Keep the prescription and medicine information available for reference.
- Do not share prescribed medicines with other people.
- Follow the prescribed dose and duration.
- Inform healthcare professionals about allergies.
- Report unusual or unexpected reactions promptly.
- Store medicines according to the applicable instructions.
Supporting Safe & Appropriate Medication Use
For clinical consultation, outpatient information or hospital services, explore the relevant section of the AIMS website.