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Pharmacy Management System in PHP Application Projects
Abstract
The Pharmacy Management System is a PHP–MySQL based web application designed to streamline and automate the operations of a pharmacy. This system manages medicine inventory, suppliers, sales, customer records, and billing in a centralized platform. It enables administrators or pharmacists to maintain stock levels, track expiry dates, handle prescriptions, and process secure transactions. By digitizing these processes, the system improves efficiency, reduces human errors, and enhances the overall customer experience.
Existing System
Currently, most pharmacies rely on manual or semi-automated methods to manage their operations. Medicine stock tracking is done using paper records or spreadsheets, making it difficult to update stock levels, check expiry dates, or reorder products efficiently. Customers must visit the pharmacy physically to inquire about medicine availability and prices. Manual billing increases the risk of calculation errors, and there is little or no integration between purchase records and inventory management. This leads to inefficiencies, stock-outs, and a lack of transparency.
Proposed System
The proposed Pharmacy Management System automates pharmacy workflows using PHP and MySQL. Administrators can add and manage medicine details (name, batch number, price, expiry date, quantity), supplier information, and purchase orders. Customers can submit prescriptions online, place orders, and pay securely (if online ordering is enabled). The system automatically updates inventory after every transaction, generates invoices, and produces reports on stock levels, sales, and supplier performance. Notifications for low-stock or near-expiry medicines can also be implemented. By offering a secure, centralized, and user-friendly platform, the system reduces manual work, improves accuracy, and enhances service quality for both pharmacists and customers.