10 Questions
What is one of the reasons to compound medication?
To change the dosage form of the medication
Which of the following is NOT a valid reason to compound a medication?
For monetary reasons
Who is the primary regulator of non-sterile compounding?
State Board of Pharmacy
What standard must non-sterile compounding follow?
USP Chapter 795
When can a compounded preparation be made that is essentially a copy of an approved drug?
Only if the compounded preparation produces a clinically significant difference to meet a medical need
What is the primary purpose of the FDA's Drug Quality and Security Act (DQSA)?
To give the FDA more authority to regulate and monitor compounding
What is the primary function of a wetting agent in a non-sterile compounded formulation?
To facilitate uniform mixing of a powder into a liquid or semisolid
What is the main difference between o/w and w/o emulsions in compounding ointments and creams?
The external phase, with water being external in o/w and oil being external in w/o
What is the primary characteristic of an ointment in compounding?
It is a semisolid dosage form for external use that softens or melts at body temperature
What is the minimum frequency for refresher training in compounding, as specified by USP Standards?
Every 12 months
Learn the reasons to compound or not compound medications, including removing allergens, changing dosage forms, and unavailable combinations. Understand when compounding is not necessary, such as when medication is commercially available.
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