Abstract

Unit Dose Packaging and Repackaging of Solid and Liquid Dosage Forms in an Institutional Setting

Author(s): McElhiney Linda F

Issue: Jan/Feb 2010 - Pediatrics and Wellness

Page(s): 32-38

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Abstract

Although repackaging drugs into unit-dose packages can be time consuming and labor intensive, it can significantly reduce medication errors and improve patient safety in health systems. Pharmacists can play a vital role in choosing appropriate repackaging equipment and labeling programs that are compatible with the health system’s Bar-Code-Enabled Medication Administration system. They can develop policies and procedures for repackaging drugs and ensuring that all medications have scannable barcodes or identifiers. Pharmacists can also develop a quality-assurance program to ensure that the Bar-Code-Enabled Medication Administration system is effective and that the unit-dose packaging operations meet United States Pharmacopeial Convention standards and other professional guidelines.

Related Keywords

  • hospital pharmacy
  • medication errors
  • patient safety
  • bar code-enabled medication administration
  • children
  • adverse events
  • unit-dose packaging
  • repackaging
  • United States Pharmacopeia
  • USP standards
  • labeling
  • oral liquid preparations
  • barcoding
  • barcodes
  • software vendors

Related Categories

  • PACKAGING
  • QUALITY CONTROL
  • UNITED STATES PHARMACOPEIA CONVENTIONS
  • ADVERSE DRUG EVENTS
  • HOSPITAL PHARMACY
  • PREVENTIVE MEDICINE/WELLNESS

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