Implementación de buenas prácticas de almacenamiento, distribución y transporte en la Distribuidora Farmacéutica “Redifarm” de la cuidad de Riobamba

Abstract

The main objective of this research study was the implementation of Good Storage, Distribution, and Transport Practices for medicines, food supplements, and medical supplies in the warehouse of the pharmaceutical distributor "RediFarm" in the city of Riobamba, using a qualitativequantitative approach, descriptive research level with a non-experimental design. Data collection was carried out in three phases: In the first phase we proceeded to identify the initial situation of the conditions in which the establishment was found through the application of the checklist based on the Verification Guide issued by the National Agency for Regulation, Control and Health Surveillance (ARCSA) in the year 2020, in which 62, In the second phase, six Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) were drawn up, after which these SOPs and other corrective actions were implemented in the period January 2023. In the third phase, post-implementation compliance was evaluated, resulting in 90.11% compliance. In addition, staff were made aware of the importance of compliance with these Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). In conclusion, the implementation of Good Storage, Distribution, and Transport Practices in the Pharmaceutical Distributor "RediFarm" is an example of how distributors can improve the quality and safety of the pharmaceutical products they store. It is recommended to note that the implementation of these practices is not a static process and requires constant attention and continuous improvement.