Compounding and repackaging--a need for complete records.
The necessity for adequate record systems is discussed in relation to repackaging and compounding activities. Sample forms are presented. Basic requirements associated with governmental and professional regulations and guidelines are detailed. Specific governmental regulatory agencies do not now directly monitor hospital pharmacy in terms of Good Manufacturing Practices; however, professional and legal criteria should be appraised to account for what may be construed as the "state of the art." An example of one type of record system is presented for review.
D004339:Drug Compounding / Q000592:standards*; D004349:Drug Packaging / Q000592:standards*; D006746:Hospital Bed Capacity, 500 and over; D006753:Hospital Records / Q000592:standards*; D008396:Maryland; D010607:Pharmacy Service, Hospital / Q000458:organization & administration*; D011996:Records / Q000592:standards*