Gestion des médicaments essentiels pendant les situations d'urgence au Pakistan

Translated title of the contribution: Essential medicines management during emergencies in Pakistan

S. K.S. Bukhari, J. A.R.H. Qureshi, R. Jooma, K. M. Bile, G. N. Kazi, W. A. Zaibi, A. Zafar

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Abstract

This paper illustrates the experiences of essential medicine management in providing cure and care to victims of Pakistan's 2005 earthquake in a safe, rational and effective mode. The health interventions assured access to essential medicine, sustained supply, inventory control through a computerized logistic support system and rational use of medicines. World Health Organization Pakistan outlined modalities for acceptance of donated medicines, assisted in speedy procurement of medicines and designed customized kits. Proper storage of medicines at controlled temperature was ensured in warehousing facilities in 12 locations. A steady supply of medicines and their consumption without stock-outs in the 56 first-level care facilities of calamity-hit areas helped to ascertain the average consumption and cost of essential medicines and supplies for the catchment population. Tools for quantification and forecasting of medicines and supplies were developed and shared. Medicines and medical supplies were efficiently used resulting in minimum wastage.

Translated title of the contributionEssential medicines management during emergencies in Pakistan
Original languageFrench
Pages (from-to)S106-113
JournalEastern Mediterranean Health Journal
Volume16
Issue numberSUPPL.
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Aug 2010
Externally publishedYes

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