ABSTRACT

Aim: The main objective of our study was to assess the Knowledge and Practices in inventory control management among pharmacy professionals in Chennai, South India. Methods: This prospective cross-sectional study was carried out for a period of three months. The knowledge and practice assessment questionnaire was developed and it was cross verified by expert committee of members. Pharmacists of community and hospital of either gender who were willing to participate were included in the study. The details of the pharmacists including the socio-demographic parameters were collected and recorded. Statistical analysis of the data was performed by using SPSS version 23. Qualitative data were presented as frequency and percentage. Quantitative data were presented as mean and standard deviation. Chi square test was used to find the difference between the categorical variables. Results: A total of 80 pharmacists satisfying the inclusion criteria were enrolled in the study. The pharmacists have better knowledge about the inventory management. A statistically significant difference was observed in managing inventory (p = 0.003), maintaining the register (p = 0.042), and frequency of monitoring the stock (p = 0.014) between hospital and community pharmacist. Conclusion: Our study revealed that hospital and community pharmacists have a moderate level of knowledge of inventory management. Based on the results of this study, it is obvious that in order to enhance the efficiency and efficacy of the pharmacists, more training initiatives and education about inventory control is essential. Keywords: Knowledge, Practice, Pharmacist, Inventory
Publication date: 01/02/2026

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2026/15.2.9824