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Pharmacy Analytics
Full Address
160 CAUSEWAYSIDE, EDINBURGH, EH9 1PR
Contact Information
Telephone
0131 667 2151Contractor/Dispenser Details
Dispenser Name
OMNICARE PHARMACY LTD
GPHC Registration Details
Pharmacy Registration Number
9011218
Trading Name
Omnicare Pharmacy Ltd
Owner Name
Omnicare Pharmacy LimitedPremises Type
Community
Status
Registered
Registration Dates
Initial Registration: 2019-08-15
Renewal Date: 2026-06-14
Expiry Date: 2026-08-14
GPHC Registered Address
160 Causewayside, EDINBURGH, Midlothian, EH91PR, Scotland
Region: Scotland
What are GPhC inspection reports?
The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) inspects registered pharmacies against five standards. Reports show whether the pharmacy met the standards, with improvement or enforcement action where needed. Premises ID is the same as the pharmacy's GPhC registration number.
Inspection outcome
Standards met
Last inspection
09/01/2024
Pharmacy context
This is a community pharmacy in a predominantly residential area of Edinburgh. Its main services include dispensing of NHS prescriptions, and it dispenses medicines in multi‐compartment compliance packs to help people take them properly. Team members advise on minor ailments and medicines use. And the pharmacy supplies medicines to people living in local care homes. The pharmacist conducts travel consultations and administers vaccinations.
Standards by principle
Principle 1 – Governance
Standards met
The pharmacy appropriately manages the risks associated with the services it provides for people. It has a complete set of written procedures which help the team carry out tasks consistently and safely. Team members record and learn from the mistakes they make when dispensing. And they mostly keep the records they need to by law. Team members have knowledge and experience to help support vulnerable people.
Principle 2 – Staff
Standards met
The pharmacy has sufficient team members with the knowledge to manage its workload and provide its services. The pharmacy supports its team members to complete appropriate training for their role and keep their skills up to date. Members of the team work well together and communicate effectively. And they are comfortable providing feedback and raising concerns should they need to.
Principle 3 – Premises
Standards met
The pharmacy premises are suitable for the services provided and the team maintains them to a high standard. The pharmacy has private consultation facilities where people can have confidential conversations with a pharmacy team member if needed.
Principle 4 – Services
Standards met
The pharmacy provides a range of services to support people's health needs. It manages its services well and they are easily accessible to people. The pharmacy receives its medicines from reputable sources and stores them appropriately. The team carries out checks to help ensure the medicines are kept in good condition.
Principle 5 – Equipment
Standards met
The pharmacy has the equipment and facilities it needs to support the safe delivery of its services. It maintains its equipment to ensure it remains fit for purpose and safe to use. And its team members use the equipment appropriately to protect people’s confidentiality.
Reports & documents (newest first)
Inspection history summary
| Inspection date | Published | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| 09/01/2024 | 25/01/2024 | Standards met |
| 28/03/2022 | 10/05/2022 | Standards met |
Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation (SIMD)
Understanding SIMD
The Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation (SIMD) ranks 6,976 data zones from most deprived (1) to least deprived (6,976).
Key Points:
Overall Deprivation
Rank 6,721
of 6,976 data zones in Scotland
3.7%
Percentile
High Deprivation
Within the 4% most deprived in Scotland
Higher levels of deprivation may indicate greater need for healthcare services and support
Quintile (5 groups)
5
of 5
Least Deprived
Within 20% least deprived
Decile (10 groups)
10
of 10
Least Deprived
Within 10% least deprived
Vigintile (20 groups)
20
of 20
Least Deprived
Within 5% least deprived
Deprivation by Domain
Lower ranks = higher deprivation. Ranks are relative.
Income
Rank 6,176
11th percentile
Proportion of people with low income
Employment
Rank 6,713
4th percentile
Working-age people excluded from the labor market
Health
Rank 6,931
1st percentile
Risk of premature death and quality of life impairment
Education
Rank 6,374
9th percentile
Lack of attainment and skills in children and adults
Access to Services
Rank 5,015
28th percentile
Physical and financial accessibility of key services
Crime
Rank 3,789
46th percentile
Risk of personal and material victimization
Housing
Rank 788
89th percentile
Quality and availability of housing
Last Updated
12 June 2026
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