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Compounding Resource Center

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Welcome to the ASHP Compounding Resource Center, the first stop for ASHP information and resources on compounding standards and practices.

What's New

ASHP Discussion Guide on USP Chapter 797: Compounding Sterile Preparations [PDF]
This 2008 discussion guide is intended to assist health-system pharmacists with implementation of the revised USP Chapter 797 that becomes official on June 1, 2008 and is a follow-up to an earlier ASHP discussion guide that was developed when USP Chapter 797 became official. (Developed with support from Baxter.) (May 22, 2008)

ASHP Now Offers The CriticalPoint Web-Based Sterile Compounding Training
ASHP has teamed up with CriticalPoint, LLC, to bring its members access to CriticalPoint's web-based training solution for compounding personnel. Find out more information and sign up for a 30-day free trail account.
Survey of State Board of Pharmacy Sterile Compounding Laws, Regulations, and CE Requirements (interactive map) (ClinicalIQ, NABP)
ASHP Discussion Guide for Compounding Sterile Preparations [PDF]
In this 2004 discussion guide, Eric S. Kastango, M.B.A., FASHP provides important introductory information about USP Chapter 797 and its procedures and requirements. (Developed with support from Baxter.)
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to some frequently asked questions about USP Chapter 797.
Q&A on Proposed USP Chapter 797 Revisions with E. Clyde Buchanan [PDF]
E. Clyde Buchanan, M.S., FASHP answers frequently asked questions about proposed revisions to USP Chapter 797.

Revisions to USP Chapter 797 Examining Sterile Compounding Practices conducted at the 42nd ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting (1.0 hour of CE credit for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians; released 3/1/08 and available until 2/28/09)
Pharmaceutical Waste Management: Issues and Options for Health-Systems recorded July 2007 (series of 2 programs, 2.0 hours total CE Credit/1.0 CE Law Credit; released 09/01/07 and available until 08/31/08)
Upcoming Activities & Events
Upcoming ASHP educational sessions and other events related to compounding.
Off-Site Pharmacy Compounding Considerations
James Rinehart, M.S., and Sue Heckman, Pharm.D. suggest some questions to ask when considering contracting with an off-site compounding pharmacy.
AJHP Articles
Articles from the American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy related to compounding.
News & Activities
News and news releases from ASHP related to compounding.
ASHP Educational Sessions
Links to ASHP and ASHP Advantage educational sessions, some with free CE credit.
EPA Inspections of Drug Disposal Practices
EPA Memorandum: Scope of Hazardous Waste Listing P042 (Epinephrine)

ASHP Products
ASHP self-assessment tools, books, videos, and CDs related to compounding.
Medical Surveillance for Health Care Workers Exposed to Hazardous Drugs (May 2007) [PDF]
This four-page document, one of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health's "Workplace Solutions" series, will help workplaces implement a medical surveillance program for employees who handle hazardous drugs.
ASHP Policy and Guidance
ASHP statements, guidelines, and policy positions related to compounding.