​What You Need To Know About Stocking A New Pharmacy

Starting a new pharmacy can be both exciting and daunting. There are so many things to think about – from stocking your shelves with essential products, to setting up your point-of-sale system. In this blog post, we will walk you through the basics of stocking a new pharmacy. We'll discuss what products you need, as well as the equipment you'll need to run your business smoothly. And don't forget – we at Total Pharmacy Supply are here to help!

Furnishings For Your Workspace

There are several pieces of essential equipment you'll need to get started in your pharmacy. Here's a list of the basics:

• Cash register or point-of-sale system
• Drug compounding area
• Pharmacy workstations
• Floor mats
• Packaging: prescription containers as well as bags for customers to carry purchased items in.

Items You'll Need To Stay Organized Behind The Counter

It's important to have an organized store for your customers but it's just as important for your pharmacy employees. Here are some of the items you'll need to keep your pharmacy running like a well-oiled machine:

• Inventory system
• Medication labels
• Labels for patient charts
• Color-coded baskets
• Shelf dividers
• Computer with prescription processing software
• Hanging Bags for Prescription Retrieval
• Prescription Filing Systems

Products You'll Need To Stock Your Pharmacy Shelves With

You'll likely want to keep a good variety of products in your pharmacy, but there are some that you should always have on hand. These include:

• Over-the-counter medications for pain relief and fever reduction (acetaminophen/paracetamol)
• Antihistamines for allergy sufferers
• First-aid supplies
• Cold and flu medication (e.g., cough suppressants, decongestants)
• Skincare products
• Cough drops
• Laxatives
• During the pandemic, it's also important to stock face masks, hand sanitizer, and gloves when possible

What Else Do You Need To Start Your Pharmacy?

When starting a pharmacy it's important to think about what customer needs and wants you're trying to meet. This may mean stocking food and beverages or it may mean having a RedBox DVD rental outside. It could also mean having a smoker's corner where customers can pick up their nicotine patches and gum. Consider what your hospital or doctor's office is lacking in terms of customer service, then use that as the basis for creating your pharmacy.

Not everything has to be unique to you but if you're competing against large pharmacy chains, it's important that you have something that makes you stand out amongst the crowd. It can be something as simple as customer service, but whatever it is, make sure you're the best at it.

The products and equipment you'll need to stock your pharmacy can be daunting, but Total Pharmacy Supply is here to help. We have a wide selection of products and equipment for you to choose from, so you can find what's best for your business. Contact us today to learn more!

Stocking Your Pharmacy: The Basics

Now that you know what you'll need to get started, it's time to start stocking your pharmacy! When stocking your shelves, be sure to organize products by category. This will make finding what you need easier for both you and your customers.

Here are a few more tips on stocking your pharmacy:

• Start with the basics and build from there. As your business grows, you can add more specialized products.
• Make sure to stock a variety of brands and sizes. This will give your customers options and ensure they find what they need.
• Keep an eye on inventory levels and reorder as needed. Running out of products can lead to lost sales and unhappy customers.

At Total Pharmacy Supply, we have the products and equipment to get you started as well as the expertise in the field to answer any questions you may have. Contact us today and we'll help get your new pharmacy stocked and ready to go!