Pharmacist Brendan Semple discusses the role of prescriptions in medical aesthetics
Often, the first thing many practitioners wonder when they complete their aesthetic training is how to access the drugs and devices that they are going to require in order to start their aesthetic practice. It can sometimes be their first venture outside of the NHS, and having to manage the legal, ethical and VAT implications can be quite daunting. This article seeks to clarify some of these matters and help you navigate the current legislation. All practitioners are able to purchase certain commonly-used products over the counter in a pharmacy. Needles, syringes, swabs, gloves, cannulas and, most surprisingly, dermal fillers are classified as medical devices and there are no legal barriers to their supply. In our pharmacy we always check a practitioner’s professional qualification and ensure that they…
