FIP Code of Ethics

● International Pharmaceutical Federation

● It emphasizes the importance of maintaining professional standards, upholding ethical conduct,

and ensuring continuous learning and development to serve the best interests of patients,
stakeholders, and society at large.

● Foerderatio Internationalis Pharmaceutica

FIP Code of Ethics

1. The pharmacist’s Prime Responsibility is the Good of the Individual

● Pharmacists are obligated to be objective and put the patient’s well-being above personal or
commercial interests, including financial gain.
● A pharmacist must promote the patient’s right to access safe and effective treatment.

2. Pharmacists Show the Same Dedication to All

● They must show respect for life and human dignity, avoid discrimination, and strive to treat and
inform each individual according to their personal circumstances.

3. Respect for Patient Autonomy and Confidentiality

● Pharmacists must respect the patient’s right to freedom of choice of treatment and ensure that
care and treatment plans are developed in consultation with the patients.
● A pharmacist must safeguard the patient’s right to confidentiality and not disseminate identifying
information without informed consent or due cause.

4. Cooperation and Integrity

● Pharmacists must cooperate with colleagues and other professionals, respecting their values, and
abilities.
● Pharmacists must act with honesty and integrity in professional relationships, avoiding practices,
behavior, or work conditions that could impair professional judgment.

5. Serving Individual, Community, and Societal Needs

● Pharmacists must recognize the responsibilities associated with serving the needs of individuals
and society at large.

6. Maintaining and Developing Professional Knowledge and Skills

● Pharmacists are obligated to ensure competency in each pharmaceutical service provided by
continually updating their knowledge and skills.

7. Ensuring Continuity of Care

● In cases of labor disputes, pharmacy closure, or conflict with personal moral beliefs, pharmacists
must refer patients to another pharmacist and ensure that patients have been transferred.

8. Seeking Justice in Resource Allocation

● When allocating health resources, pharmacists must be fair and equitable, balancing the needs of
patients and society.

PROFESSIONAL PHARMACY ASSOCIATION

What is the Professional Pharmacy Association?

- An organization that advocates for the interest of pharmacists . This associations offer resources,
networking opportunities , advocacy, and education. Their main objectives
Are frequently to advance the profession , advance best practices and enhance public health.

Common Professional Pharmacy Association ABROAD

 1. International Pharmaceutical Federation-Hospital Pharmacy Section (FIP)
- This association represents over 4 million pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists.
- They work to meet the world’s healthcare needs. FIP is a non-government organization
that has been in official relation with the World Health Organization since 1948

2. Drug Information Association (DIA)

- DIA fosters innovation to improve health and well-being worldwide by providing invaluable
forums to exchange vital information and discuss current issues related to healthcare
products, technologies and services: delivering customized learning experiences: building,
maintaining and facilitating trusted relationships with ad among individuals and
organizations

3. The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia (SHPA)

- Is the national professional organization for more than 5200 pharmacists, pharmacists
interns ,students,technicians and associates working across Australia’s health system.
- The only professional pharmacy organization with a strong base of members practicing in
public and private hospitals and other healthcare services.

4. Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists (CSHP)

- Is the national voluntary organization of pharmacists committed to patient care through
the advancement of safe effective medication use in hospitals and other collaborative
healthcare settings. CSHP supports its members through advocacy,education,information
solving,promotion of best practices, facilitation or research and recognition of excellence.

5. American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP)

- Represents pharmacists who serve as patient care providers in acute and ambulatory
settings. The organization's nearly 50,000 members include pharmacists, student
pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. For more than 75 years ASHP has been at the
forefront of efforts to improve medication and enhance patient safety.

6. American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP)

- Is a professional and scientific society that provides leadership , education, advocacy, and
resources enabling clinical pharmacists to achieve excellence in practice, research and
education.
- Is the professional home for clinical pharmacy
practitioners,scientists,educators,administrators,students,residents and fellows from more
than 70 countries committed to excellence in clinical pharmacy.

Common Professional Pharmacy Association in PHILIPPINES

1. Philippines Pharmacists Association, Inc.
- Committed in providing professional development advocacy and networking opportunities
for licensed Filipino chemists through a range of projects
- Founded August 24,1920

2. Philippines Association of Pharmacists in Pharmaceutical Industry

- An organization that safeguard the integrity and importance of the pharmacy profession to
its members and the general public,elevating the professions stature

3. Philippines Society of Hospital Pharmacist

- Enhancing medication safety through its structured membership system that promotes
collaboration among healthcare professionals

4. Philippines Association of College of Pharmacy

- Encouraging high standards,supporting professional development,guaranteeing adherence
to educational policies,encouraging collaboration among health professionals and
upholding a commitment to core values that advance its mission and influencing the
future of pharmacy education in the Philippines.

People who are required to join the Professional Pharmacy Associations

 1. Pharmacy Technicians
- Technician members can frequently be attained by technicians who are enrolled with an
approved pharmacy board

2. Students
- Students who are enrolled in recognized pharmacy programs are eligible to become
student member

3. Residents
- There may be a distinct membership category with particular privileges and does fro
pharmacists who are enrolled in residency programs

4. Associates
- People who are interested in becoming pharmacists or who work in the pharmaceutical
industry but are not pharmacists can frequently become associate members.

Most professional groups allow active participation to pharmacists who hold a license to practice
pharmacy in a given state or jurisdiction. This comprises those who have passed the necessary licensing
exams and obtained a degree in pharmacy that is recognized.
However, many dissociations also offer different membership categories for individuals who are
licensed pharmacists.

Code of Ethics for Filipino Pharmacists by PPhA

PPhA Code of Ethics for Pharmacists

Purpose
● To guide pharmacists in carrying out their tasks and obligations
● To guide pharmacists in their relationship with their patients, fellow health professionals, and the
community.

Code of Ethics for Filipino Pharmacists by PPhA

1. A pharmacist places the wellbeing of the patient at the center of professional practice.
- Emphasizes that patient welfare is the primary focus of their professional practice. This
means pharmacists must prioritize the health and safety of patients, provide accurate
information, ensure the proper use of medications, and maintain confidentiality. They are
also encouraged to engage in continuous education and uphold integrity in their
professional relationships to foster trust and ensure quality care.

2. A pharmacist promotes the welfare of each individual in a caring and compassionate manner.
Promotes the welfare of each individual through caring and compassionate actions.
- It emphasizes that pharmacists should demonstrate empathy in their interactions with
patients, provide support, and consider the needs and feelings of each person to achieve
better health outcomes.

3. A pharmacist serves the needs of the individual, community and society and provides health for
all.
- Focuses on the broader societal responsibility of pharmacists to promote health and access
to healthcare for everyone.

4. A pharmacist respects the rights of patients and upholds confidentiality of patients’ records.
- Focuses on individual patient rights and the pharmacist' s duty to protect their privacy and
confidentiality.

5. A pharmacist acts with honesty, integrity and professionalism in relationship with the patients
and other health professionals.
- A pharmacist acts with honesty and integrity in professional relationship, has a duty to tell
the truth and to act with conviction of conscience, and avoids discriminatory practices,
 behavior or work conditions that impair professional judgment, and actions that
compromise dedication to the best interests of these patients.

6. A pharmacist respects the abilities, values and contributions of colleagues and other health
professionals and work with them closely to ensure better patient care.
- A pharmacist respects the values and abilities of colleagues and other health professionals.
When appropriate, a pharmacist asks for the consultation of colleagues or other health
professionals or refers the patient. A pharmacist acknowledges that colleagues and other
health professions may differ in the beliefs and values they apply to the care of the patient.

7. A pharmacist is committed to continuously enhance professional competence.

- A pharmacist assumes leadership positions and participates in projects and activities that
are essential to meeting the demands of an everchanging profession.

8. A pharmacist, in coordination with the government and other health professionals helps in the
formulation and implementation of health care policies, standards and programs designed for
the benefit of society.
- A pharmacist participates in the creation of health standards and policies that are relevant
to their professional practice and its appropriate application.

GOVERNMENT AND NON GOVERNMENT AGENCIES AFFECTING PHARMACY PRACTICE

Government Agencies

DRUGSTORE ASSOCIATION OF THE PHILIPPINES

The one and only accredited and recognized association of small and medium drugstores by the
government that currently plays part at the Legislative query at Congress

FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION

The Food and Drug Administration is responsible for protecting the public health by ensuring the safety,
efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, and medical devices

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Formulates policies that influence pharmacy practice, focusing on public health needs and medication
management.

Non-Government Agencies

PHILIPPINE PHARMACISTS ASSOCIATION

Founded on August 29, 1920 with the aim of advancing the nobility of pharmacy profession ensuring its
integrity of Relevance

FEDERATION OF ASIAN PHARMACEUTICAL ASSOCIATION

The aim of this federation is to develop and enhance pharmaceutical professionalism in Asia

PHILIPPINE SOCIETY OF HOSPITAL PHARMACISTS

Their aim is to promote safe and effective medication by enhancing the competence of hospital
pharmacists by collaborating with healthcare professionals.

PHILIPPINE PHARMACEUTICAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION

To provide an effective venue to promote and encourage the attainment if common goal of providing
safe, effective, and high quality
products.

INTERNATIONAL PHARMACEUTICAL FEDERATION

Aim to support its patient safety program and has been closely involved in advancing and
advocating global patient safety

PHARMACEUTICAL AND HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATION OF THE PHILIPPINES

Represents the research-based body or sector of the country.

CONCLUSION
In conclusion, these agencies are vital in promoting and enhancing pharmacy practices in the Philippines
by improving medicines that can greatly impact both quality of life and life expectancy