Laporan Praktik Kerja Profesi Apoteker Pedagang Besar Farmasi di PT. Millenium Pharmacon International, Tbk Medan

Abstract

Background: Professional Pharmacist Work Practice (PKPA) is a form of field learning that aims to provide prospective pharmacists with direct experience in understanding the roles, functions, and responsibilities of their profession in various pharmaceutical facilities. This PKPA was conducted at PT. Millennium Pharmacon International Tbk (MPI) Medan Branch, one of the largest Pharmaceutical Wholesalers (PBF) in Indonesia engaged in the distribution of medicines, medical devices, and disposable medical supplies. The PKPA was held from September 2, 2024, to September 27, 2024, with a focus on the management of pharmaceutical preparations in accordance with the principles of Good Distribution Practices (GDP). Objective: This PKPA aims to provide prospective pharmacists with hands-on experience in understanding the roles, functions, and responsibilities of their profession in various pharmaceutical facilities. Summary: PKPA activities cover various aspects of pharmaceutical distribution management, from planning, procurement, receipt, storage, distribution, to the destruction of products that are unfit for distribution. In addition, there is also an in-depth study of documentation systems, reporting, self-inspection, and the management of special products such as cold chain, psychotropic drugs, precursors, and Specific Drugs (OOT). The role of pharmacists in PBF is crucial in ensuring the quality, safety, and smooth distribution of drugs so that they can reach the community appropriately and in accordance with laws and regulations. Conclusion: PT. MPI Medan Branch has consistently implemented CDOB standards, covering aspects of personnel organization, storage facilities, transportation systems, and recording and reporting mechanisms to relevant agencies such as the Ministry of Health and BPOM. With the active involvement of pharmacists, the pharmaceutical distribution system at PBF can run in a structured and transparent manner.