Laporan Praktik Kerja Profesi Apoteker Industri Farmasi di PT. Faratu Bekasi

Abstract

Background: The pharmaceutical industry is a licensed business entity responsible for drug manufacturing, including procurement of raw materials, production, packaging, quality control, and distribution. To ensure the safety, efficacy, and quality of medicines, pharmaceutical industries must implement Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP/CPOB). PT. Faratu, located in Bekasi, is a national pharmaceutical company producing non-betalactam oral liquid dosage forms, non- betalactam semisolid dosage forms, and medical devices. Objective: The Pharmacist Professional Work Practice (PKPA) in the pharmaceutical industry aims to enhance pharmacy students’ understanding of the roles, responsibilities, and functions of pharmacists, particularly in implementing GMP/CPOB and quality assurance systems. Summary: The PKPA was conducted at PT. Faratu from December 3, 2024, to January 31, 2025, focusing on practical activities within the Quality Control (QC) Department and an introduction to other departments such as Quality Assurance (QA), Production, Warehouse, and Engineering. Activities included quality evaluation, process validation, documentation, storage and distribution systems, as well as understanding the production process in accordance with GMP standards. Conclusion: The PKPA at PT. Faratu provided practical experience in the implementation of GMP and quality systems in the pharmaceutical industry. A pharmaceutical industry requires at least three pharmacists responsible for production, quality assurance, and quality control. Through this program, students gained valuable insights into the professional responsibilities of pharmacists in ensuring the quality, safety, and efficacy of medicines.