To get through these tough tests, Ms Chhibber draws on her experience in the demanding world of dispensing medicines in a busy pharmacy. 
‘That's very similar to reading medicine labels, because there'll be some ingredients that we won't know or have never experienced. But then you consult formulary references or search for similar compounds, or a particular drug class or excipient,’ she said. ‘You rely back on the basics to get you through that particular challenge.’
‘That was one of the best things I've ever done which I would love to do again. I don’t think there was anyone who wasn’t paying attention or having a good time,’ she said. ‘It’s good to spice things up to keep it interesting.’
Now that Network 10 has just issued the casting call for the 
Jeremy Sparks, Pharmacist in Charge of 
Lachlan Menouhos, Pharmacist Manager of 
Mohamed Bassuny MPS, former Pharmacist Manager 
L-R: Col (Rtd) Bill Kelly FPS, Dr Ross Holland AM FPS, Warwick Plunkett FPS and Peter Carroll FPS[/caption]
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