What are the Uses of Barcodes in Pharma Industry?

 

There are several uses of barcodes in the pharmaceutical industry, including:

1. Medication administration: Barcode scanning is used to confirm that the correct medication is being administered to the right patient at the correct time and dosage.
2. Inventory management: Barcodes are used to track the movement of products throughout the pharmaceutical supply chain, from the manufacturer to the distributor to the retail pharmacy.
3. Sample tracking: In clinical trials, barcodes are used to track the movement of drug samples from the manufacturer to the research facility and then to the patients.
4. Drug packaging: Barcodes are used to identify the product and provide important information such as dosage, expiration date, and manufacturer information.
5. Patient identification: Barcode scanning is used to confirm the identity of patients in hospitals and clinics to ensure accurate medication administration and medical records.
6. Traceability: Barcodes are also used to track and trace the supply chain of drugs to ensure the authenticity of drugs and prevent counterfeit drugs entering the market.