Frequently Asked Questions

We are frequently asked questions by pharmacists and others working in pharmacies. Answers to those questions are provided under these categories to assist pharmacists in complying with legislation and good practice in their daily work.

 

     

  

For the public, we have also published some useful answers to questions that we receive most often from people who are using pharmacy services.

Other useful resources

• Legislation governing the practice of pharmacy in Ireland
• Pharmacy practice guidance that facilitates compliance with pharmacy and medicines legislation, as well as best practice in relation to the supply of medicines and the operation of a pharmacy, in order to ensure the safety of patients and the public.
• Advice on improving compliance: addresses common issues identified at pharmacy inspections.
• Pharmacy practice updates (including the PSI’s position on Pricing Transparency of Prescription Medicines).

The FAQs and other resources provided may answer your query without you having to contact us directly. If you are unable to resolve your query, following a review of these resources, you can submit a query in writing to info@psi.ie. The PSI endeavours to respond to all queries within 7 working days.

We can only provide information on matters which are within the regulatory remit of the PSI. We do not provide information on commercial, contractual or employment matters, nor do we provide legal advice or clinical information. The Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) regulates medicines, medical devices and other health products and can be contacted at +353 1 676 4971 or info@hpra.ie.