Have you ever stopped to think about where your prescription drugs come from? As a pharmacist, you have a responsibility to ensure your patients receive safe and legitimate medications, but are you confident that your drug supply chain is secure? The Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) was enacted in 2013 to create a tighter, closed prescription drug distribution system to prevent harmful drugs from entering the supply chain, detect harmful drugs if they do enter the supply chain, and enable rapid response when such drugs are found.
At Outcomes®, we understand the importance of remaining compliant with the DSCSA. That's why we provide our clients with all the tools they need to understand the inner workings of the act and ensure their pharmacies remain in compliance.
Did you know that the DSCSA includes requirements that pharmacies must follow to protect patients from receiving harmful drugs, such as counterfeit or other illegitimate drugs? As a dispenser under the DSCSA, you must know your responsibilities to protect your patients from receiving harmful drug products. Here are some key requirements that pharmacies must follow:
It's critical that pharmacies understand these requirements to protect their patients and avoid any legal issues. At Outcomes, we offer Pharmacy Management Systems (PMS) that can help our clients remain in compliance with the DSCSA. Our PMS systems, including Computer Rx and Rx30, provide pharmacies with the tools they need to track, manage, and dispense prescription drugs while ensuring compliance with the DSCSA.
In addition to the current DSCSA requirements, the pharmaceutical industry will face even more complex regulations in the coming years. The final phase of the 10-year rollout of the DSCSA, known as "DSCSA 2023", will require the implementation of an "enhanced system" for the electronic tracing of drugs by November 27, 2023. This new requirement adds an additional layer of complexity for dispensers, who must now ensure that their Pharmacy Management Systems are capable of interfacing with the enhanced electronic tracing system. Failure to comply with these new requirements could result in serious consequences for pharmacies, including fines and loss of license.
By partnering with Outcomes, you can rest assured that your pharmacy will be prepared for the DSCSA 2023 requirements. Our Pharmacy Management Systems are designed to meet the evolving needs of the pharmaceutical industry and comply with all current and future DSCSA regulations. Our systems are regularly updated to ensure compliance with the latest regulations, and our team of experts is always available to provide guidance and support. We understand the importance of staying ahead of regulatory changes and are committed to helping our clients meet the complex requirements of the DSCSA.
Contact Outcomes today to learn more about our Pharmacy Management Systems and how they can help your pharmacy remain compliant and protect your patients.