Punjab Pharmacy Council

Punjab Pharmacy Council is a regulatory authority responsible for regulating the practice of pharmacy in the province of Punjab, Pakistan. The council was established under the Pharmacy Act of 1967, which provides the legal basis for its existence and functions.

History[edit | edit source]

The Pharmacy Act of 1967 established the Punjab Pharmacy Council. The council's primary role is to regulate the practice of pharmacy in the province of Punjab. The council is responsible for the registration of pharmacists, issuance of licenses to pharmacies, and regulation of pharmacy education in the province.

Functions[edit | edit source]

The Punjab Pharmacy Council has several key functions:

Registration of Pharmacists: The council is responsible for the registration of pharmacists in the province. This includes the issuance of registration certificates and the maintenance of a register of all registered pharmacists.

Licensing of Pharmacies: The council issues licenses to pharmacies operating in the province. It also has the authority to suspend or revoke licenses in cases of non-compliance with the Pharmacy Act or other relevant regulations.

Regulation of Pharmacy Education: The council oversees the curriculum and standards of pharmacy education in the province. It also conducts examinations for pharmacy students and issues diplomas to successful candidates.

Disciplinary Actions: The council has the authority to take disciplinary action against pharmacists and pharmacies that violate the Pharmacy Act or other relevant regulations.

Structure[edit | edit source]

The Punjab Pharmacy Council consists of several members, including the Director General of Health Services, Punjab, who serves as the ex-officio president of the council. Other members include registered pharmacists, representatives of pharmacy institutions, and representatives of the provincial government.