Author(s):
Shrutiben Balvantbhai Tandel, Anuradha Prajapati, Sachin Narkhede, Shailesh Luhar
Email(s):
anuradha@ssgsalvav.in
DOI:
10.52711/2231-5691.2025.00014 
Address:
Shrutiben Balvantbhai Tandel1*, Anuradha Prajapati2, Sachin Narkhede2, Shailesh Luhar2
1Smt. B.N.B Swaminarayan Pharmacy College, Gujarat Technological University, Salvav, Vapi, Gujarat, India, 396191.
2Department of Pharmaceutics, Smt. BNB Swaminarayan Pharmacy College, Gujarat Technological University, Salvav, Vapi, Gujarat, India, 396191.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 15,
Issue - 1,
Year - 2025
ABSTRACT:
This comprehensive review examines the transformative role of robotics and automation in pharmacy practice, emphasizing their impact on healthcare delivery, efficiency, safety, and patient care. It categorizes various types of robots currently in use, such as robotic prescription dispensers and automated compounding systems, while discussing their applications in improving medication safety and reducing errors. The review highlights significant advancements in pharmaceutical automation, including automated medication management and optimized workflows, which enhance operational efficiency and patient satisfaction. Future trends are explored, focusing on the integration of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and digital health technologies that promise to further improve decision-making and patient outcomes. Overall, this review underscores the continuous evolution of robotics and automation in pharmacy, indicating a future direction that will further enhance patient-centered care.
Cite this article:
Shrutiben Balvantbhai Tandel, Anuradha Prajapati, Sachin Narkhede, Shailesh Luhar. Robotics and Pharmacy Automation: Enhancing efficiency safety and patient care. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research. 2025; 15(1):83-6. doi: 10.52711/2231-5691.2025.00014
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Shrutiben Balvantbhai Tandel, Anuradha Prajapati, Sachin Narkhede, Shailesh Luhar. Robotics and Pharmacy Automation: Enhancing efficiency safety and patient care. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research. 2025; 15(1):83-6. doi: 10.52711/2231-5691.2025.00014 Available on: https://asianjpr.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2025-15-1-14
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