How can the branded retail chains help in enhancing the standards and professionalising the pharmacy scene in India?
Branded retail chains with community pharmacy have the economical potential to be role models in pharmacy services. However, sometimes they seem to be governed by a retail philosophy rather than a healthcare philosophy. When branded chains start developing the Indian market they should do it with a purpose of raising standards. Community pharmacy in India from a healthcare point of view is in its infancy, and there is a need for a driving force. Whether this will be innovation, independent entrepreneurs, or chains is still on open question. The successful pharmaceutical industry in India ought to pay a role in this context and encourage experiments in a higher standard distribution. What are the crucial issues that require immediate attention and how has FIP over the years shaped up pharmacy scene across the world? The mapping of the human genome and development within biotechnology and information technology will have a profound influence on all health professions. The biggest step fo
