Good Distribution Practices (GDP) for Pharmaceutical Products

When involved in handling, storage, and distribution of pharmaceutical products.

Capacity building, Distribution, Quality Assurance, Storage

Sub-categories HIV/AIDS, Malaria, Reproductive health, TB
Commodities Medicines, Reproductive health products
Latest update 2010
Version None
Developed by WHO/OMS
When to use When involved in handling, storage, and distribution of pharmaceutical products.
Languages English
Level of use Central, District, Facility, Regional
Form PDF document, 855 KB
Amount of training / TA required None
Inputs & outputs None
Cost Free
Advantages The document sets out appropriate steps to assist in meeting the responsibilities involved in the different aspects of the distribution process. The guidelines are intended to apply to all steps in the entire distribution/supply chain.
Limitations Practice of repacking, e.g. in pharmacies and other settings, is described in good dispensing practices.
Availability http://www.who.int/medicines/publications/TRS957_2010.pdf
Remarks The Good Distribution Practices are mentioned as Annex 5 (from p.235) in the WHO's 44th Technical Report. Contact: Dr. S. Kopp
Contact kopps@who.int
Submission date 2010-09-06 14:03:18

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