Table 3 Classification of SPARS indicators by complexity

2. Packaging material

3. Dispensing equipment

4. Services available at dispensing areas

7. Rationing of antibiotics

13. Availability of stock card

14. Correct filling of stock card

16. Stock book correctly used

17. Pharmacy cleanliness

18. Pharmacy hygiene

19. Storage system for medicines and supplies

20. Storage conditions

21. Storage practices in store and dispensary

25. Filing

1. Dispensing time

5. Patient care

6. Labelling

8. Correct use of prescription recording system

9. Rational prescribing

10. Adherence to STG for diarrhea

11. Adherence to STG for cough/cold

12. Adherence to STG for malaria

15. Physical count agrees with stock card balance

22. Reorder level calculation

24. Accuracy of HMIS reports