Medicines and Related Substances Control Act, 1965 (Act No. 101 of 1965)

Regulations

General Regulations

Permits, Licensing and Authorisation

39. Repackaging of medicines into Patient-ready packs

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The repackaging of medicines shall—

(a)only be carried out by—
(i)a pharmacist, pharmacist intern or pharmacist's assistant under the supervision of a pharmacist; or
(ii)any other person authorised in terms section 29(4) of the Pharmacy Act;
(b)have a batch numbering system which contains all the information linking the repackaged medicine with the original packaging thereof; and
(c)be carried out in accordance with good manufacturing practice.