Karmena Halem

Intern at El-Adel Pharmacy

Egypt

El-Adel Pharmacy

Jul 2023 - Present -10 months

Egypt

Job Details:Supported daily pharmacy operations including prescription filling, OTC product guidance, and health consultations. Engaged directly with patients to provide medication-related information and promote adherence to therapy. Learned to identify potential drug interactions, contraindications, and proper therapeutic alternatives under pharmacist supervision. Assisted in maintaining electronic prescription records and ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality. Contributed to stock control processes by conducting inventory checks and organizing medication storage. Observed and participated in pharmacovigilance practices and basic clinical decision-making in community care.

Nagham Fyad Pharmacy

Jul 2022 - Sep 2022 -2 months

Egypt

Job Details:Assisted licensed pharmacists in dispensing prescription medications accurately and efficiently. Provided patient counseling on proper medication usage, potential side effects, and storage instructions under supervision. Managed over-the-counter (OTC) product recommendations based on customer symptoms and needs. Supported inventory management including stock rotation, checking expiry dates, and restocking shelves. Processed prescriptions using pharmacy management software and maintained accurate patient records. Ensured compliance with pharmacy laws, ethical guidelines, and health and safety regulations. Participated in patient health education initiatives such as blood pressure monitoring and basic first aid advice.