Ghana’s Pharmacy Directorate, under the Ministry of Health, has taken a significant step towards enhancing the country’s healthcare system. The directorate recently held a stakeholder engagement to review and validate the second edition of Ghana’s Drug Information Manual.
The manual, once finalized, will serve as a comprehensive guide for establishing hospital-based Drug Information Centres (DICs) and developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for their operations in Ghana. It aims to support drug information practitioners in delivering high-quality services, ultimately addressing the challenges faced by healthcare providers and patients due to the lack of accessible and reliable drug information.
The stakeholder engagement brought together experts from healthcare institutions, pharmaceutical organizations, government agencies, and regulatory bodies. Participants were divided into groups to critically review the manual and provide inputs, ensuring an in-depth assessment and generating clear recommendations for its finalization.
The development of the manual was made possible through the support of the European & Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP) and the SAVING Consortium Project. This collaborative effort is expected to enhance patient care, support clinical decision-making, and contribute to the overall improvement of health outcomes in Ghana.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
