PIM service in Vila Real

Individualised Medication Preparation

We help organise medication by day and time in individually prepared, clearly labelled blister packs, designed to help make each dose simpler and safer.

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The suitability of the service and each medicine is always assessed by the pharmacy team.

Blister pack used for Individualised Medication Preparation

Support with treatment

What is PIM?

Individualised Medication Preparation is a pharmacy service that organises medication according to a person's treatment plan. Each blister compartment identifies the day and time the dose should be taken.

It is designed to help simplify treatment management and avoid missed doses, giving greater peace of mind to patients, families and carers. The service does not replace a prescription or advice from a doctor or pharmacist.

Information is based on the approved general standard for Individualised Medication Preparation from the Portuguese Pharmaceutical Society. Updated 16 July 2026.

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See how PIM simplifies medication organisation

This video will introduce blister preparation, checks by the pharmacy team and how the service adapts to each person's routine.

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Personalised support

How the PIM service works

  1. Initial contact

    Tell us about the person's needs and arrange an assessment.

  2. Medication review

    The pharmacy team confirms the treatment, dosing times and which medicines are suitable for the service.

  3. Preparation and checking

    Medication is organised into labelled blister packs and checked before collection.

  4. Ongoing support

    Any treatment changes should be reported so that future packs remain up to date.

Not every medicine can be packed in a blister. The team confirms each case during the assessment.

PIM for nursing homes

More time to care, with a better-organised medication routine

PIM can support nursing homes, residential care facilities and other institutions with service users' daily medication management. Individualised preparation gives teams clear identification and a more consistent process.

Saves staff time

It can reduce time spent routinely sorting medication, leaving staff with more availability to support service users.

Clear identification

Blister packs are organised by service user, day and time, helping make each administration round clearer.

Supports safety

Pharmacy preparation and checking help reduce missed doses and medication-organisation errors.

Better coordination

A defined process makes communication between the institution and pharmacy easier when treatment changes.

Looking for a PIM solution for your institution?
We can assess your needs, the number of service users and the implementation process with you.

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Frequently asked questions

Questions about PIM

What is the PIM service?

It organises medication in blister packs labelled by day and time, according to the treatment plan validated by the pharmacy team.

Who is it for?

It may be especially helpful for people taking several medicines or following different dosing times and for those who support them. Suitability is assessed individually.

Can every medicine be prepared?

No. Stability, dosage form and storage conditions must be considered. The team will identify which medicines can be included.

How do I get started?

Contact the PIM team to arrange an initial assessment of the medication and the person's needs.

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Would you like to know whether PIM is right for you?

Tell us about your situation. Before you begin, the team will explain the process, availability and service conditions.

Direct PIM contact

+351 962 187 720

pim@farmaciaseixas.pt

PIM service hours
Monday to Friday: 08:30–18:30