LibGuides: Pharmacy Technician: Welcome

Welcome

Welcome! This guide is an introduction to resources which may be useful for students and instructors in the Pharmacy Technician Certificate Program at Okanagan College.

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Top Resource: Compendium of Pharmaceuticals and Specialties (CPS)

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Online version of the Compendium of Pharmaceuticals and Specialties (CPS). Evidence-based treatment options for over 200 primary care conditions, written and peer-reviewed by expert Canadian physicians and pharmacists.
The online version of the CPS (Compendium of Pharmaceuticals and Specialties) contains information on commonly used drug products available in Canada. e-CPS is one of Canada's most authoritative sources for prescription and OTC drug information, providing information on drug pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, adverse effects and dosage. Also included are the latest drug updates, clinical tools, directories, and a product identification tool.