Pharmacist’s Application for Restoration Refused After Conviction for Theft and Misuse of Medicines
Date of Decision: October 8, 2020
Registrant's Role: Pharmacist
Allegations:
- Convicted of the theft of a large quantity of medicines, including controlled drugs, over an extended period.
- Demonstrated a wanton disregard for medicine control systems and allowed potentially harmful substances to leave his control.
- Displayed insufficient insight into the risks posed by misuse and dependence, and failed to be open with the regulator and supervisors during the restoration process.
Outcome: Application for restoration to the register refused
GPhC Standards Breached:
- Standard 5 – Use professional judgment
- Standard 6 – Behave in a professional manner
- Standard 9 – Demonstrate leadership
Case Summary
The registrant had previously been removed from the register following:
- The misappropriation of a large quantity of medicines for personal purposes, including uncontrolled supply of Zolpidem.
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