Hospital Pharmacy

The Hospital Pharmacy is responsible for the management, procurement, storage, distribution, and safe use of all medicines administered to patients within the Hospital. It also supports medical and nursing staff by providing expertise in medication therapy and medication safety.

The Hospital Pharmacy supports all inpatients at the Mediterranean Hospital of Cyprus, as well as specialised services provided through the Outpatient Departments, Oncology treatments, and the Hospital's specialist units.

The Pharmacy is staffed by licensed Pharmacists and Pharmacy Assistants who work in accordance with international standards of quality and safety in medication management.

Absolutely. At the Mediterranean Hospital of Cyprus, Pharmacists work closely with the treating physicians and nursing staff, contributing to the appropriate selection, preparation, and administration of medication therapies.

The Hospital Pharmacy implements strict procedures for the control, management, and monitoring of medicines, with the aim of maximising patient safety and preventing medication errors.

Yes. Pharmacists monitor the appropriate use of medicines, review potential drug interactions, verify dosages, and assess specific treatment requirements in close collaboration with the treating physicians.

The Hospital Pharmacy operates and supports the Cytotoxic Drug Reconstitution Unit, where chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other specialised treatments are prepared in accordance with strict international safety and quality standards.

Chemotherapy treatments are prepared by specialised Pharmacists in a controlled environment within the dedicated  Drug Dilution Unit, using validated procedures that ensure dosing accuracy and the safety of both patients and staff.

Absolutely. The Hospital Pharmacy collaborates daily with all clinical departments, the Nursing Service, the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), the Accident & Emergency Department, the Operating Theatres, and the Hospital’s specialised units.

Yes. A representative of the Hospital Pharmacy serves on the Hospital Infection Control Committee, contributing to the appropriate use of antibiotics and the implementation of antimicrobial stewardship programmes.

It involves using the right medicine, at the right dose, for the right duration, and in the safest possible way, to achieve the best possible therapeutic outcome for the patient.

The Hospital Pharmacy continuously monitors medicine stocks and takes all necessary measures to secure alternative solutions and ensure the uninterrupted continuity of patients' treatment.

Yes. All medicines used by the Hospital are sourced from approved suppliers and stored under the required temperature, safety, and quality conditions.

Through the scientific monitoring of treatments, medicine oversight, close collaboration with physicians and nurses, and the implementation of international safety protocols, the Hospital Pharmacy makes a significant contribution to improving the quality of patient care.

Hospital Pharmacists are an integral part of the multidisciplinary care team, contributing to the optimisation of medication therapy, the prevention of adverse drug reactions, and the safeguarding of patient safety.

The Hospital Pharmacy operates with a commitment to safety, quality, and evidence-based practice. Through close collaboration with all of the Hospital’s clinical services, it ensures that every patient receives the right treatment, at the right time, and in the safest possible way.

For information regarding medication therapies provided as part of your hospital care, you may speak with your treating physician, the nursing staff, or the Hospital Pharmacy at Mediterranean Hospital of Cyprus.