Pharmacy inventory management requires extra care due to regulations, expiry dates, and the critical nature of medications.

Unique Pharmacy Challenges

• Expiry tracking – Medicines expire and must be disposed
• Batch numbers – Required for traceability
• Controlled substances – Special tracking requirements
• Supplier management – Multiple suppliers, varying prices
• TFDA compliance – Regulatory requirements

Expiry Date Management

1. Record expiry date when receiving stock
2. Use FEFO (First Expiry, First Out) not just FIFO
3. Get alerts 90 days before expiry
4. Plan promotions for near-expiry items
5. Document disposal of expired products

Batch Tracking

Record batch numbers for every medicine received. This allows you to:

• Trace products in case of recalls
• Identify supplier for quality issues
• Meet regulatory requirements

Reordering Best Practices

• Set different reorder points by product importance
• Consider lead time from suppliers
• Don't overstock on slow movers
• Maintain relationships with multiple suppliers

Tawala for Pharmacies

• ✅ Expiry date tracking with alerts
• ✅ Batch number recording
• ✅ Automatic reorder suggestions
• ✅ TRA VFD compliance
• ✅ Near-expiry reports