Description
Test medicinal products and their effects and interactions in a laboratory.
Alternative labels
test medication
test medicines
test pharmaceutical drugs
examine medicinal products
trial medicinal products
test medical drugs
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Test medicinal products is an essential skill 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 skill
Test medicinal products is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Industrial pharmacist: Industrial pharmacists are involved in the research and creation of medications. They develop new medicines, perform tests, assure quality and ensure that medication complies with regulations.
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.
References
- Test medicinal products – ESCO