Revised Laws of Saint Lucia (2021)

Schedule 1

(Sections 2, 42, 68(e))

CODE OF ETHICS

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    1.   A pharmacist's prime concern shall be for the welfare of both patients and public.

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    2.   A pharmacist shall uphold the honour and dignity of the profession and not engage in any activity which may bring the profession into disrepute.

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    3.   A pharmacist shall at all times have regard to the laws and regulations applicable to pharmaceutical practice and maintain a high standard of professional conduct. A pharmacist shall avoid any act or omission which would impair confidence in the pharmaceutical profession. When a pharmaceutical service is provided, a pharmacist shall ensure that it is efficient.

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    4.   A pharmacist shall respect the confidentiality of information relating to patients and their families. Such information shall not be disclosed to anyone without the patient's or appropriate guardian's consent except where it is in the best interest of the patient so to do.

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    5.   A pharmacist shall keep abreast of the progress of pharmaceutical knowledge in order to maintain a high standard of professional competence relative to his or her sphere of activity.

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    6.   A pharmacist shall neither agree to practise under any conditions of service which prevent his or her professional independence nor impose such conditions on other pharmacists.

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    7.   Publicity for professional services is permitted provided that such publicity does not create an invidious distinction between pharmacists or pharmacies, is dignified and does not bring the profession into disrepute.

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    8.   A pharmacist offering services directly to the public shall do so in premises which reflect the professional character of pharmacy.

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    9.   A pharmacist shall at all times endeavour to cooperate with professional colleagues and members of other health professions so that patients and the public may benefit.