Description
Use of drugs and the method of their administration in the treatment of disease.
Alternative labels
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Applied therapeutics related to medicines is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Pharmacist: Pharmacists prepare, dispense, and provide prescriptions for, over the counter medication. They offer clinical information on medicines, report suspected adverse reactions, and provide personalised support to patients. Pharmacists formulate and test medications in laboratories, and store, preserve, and distribute them.
Optional knowledge
Applied therapeutics related to medicines is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Hospital pharmacist: Hospital pharmacists prepare, dispense and provide medication to patients in hospitals. They collaborate with healthcare personnel such as doctors and nurses to treat patients and also offer advice and information on medications.
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