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Does Compounding Make Sense for Your Pharmacy?

PioneerRx

Out of the approximately 56,000 community pharmacies in the U.S., about 7,500 pharmacies specialize in compounding services and that number is only expected.

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Episode 1001: Saving Money on Oral Vancomycin Is Great For Inpatients But Can Cause Problems On Discharge

Pharmacy Joe

In this episode, I’ll discuss the impact of compounded oral vancomycin liquid on hospital readmission for C diff infection. This causes inpatient pharmacies to automatically substitute the compounded liquid formulation for all orders for vancomycin capsules.

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Regulatory Considerations Regarding the 503B to 503A Compounding Model For Community Pharmacies

Pharmacy Times

A review of the requirements for pharmacies considering ordering compounds from a 503B facility.

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Is Compounding Pharmacy Right For You?

The Happy PharmD

Are you considering a career in compounding pharmacy? Let me take you on a journey into the world of compounding pharmacists, where we dive into everything from job satisfaction to salary expectations. In terms of demand, the future looks promising for compounding pharmacists.

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Rising Demand for Customized Medication To Transform Compounding Pharmacies Market Outlook

Pharma Mirror

Compounding pharmacies, which involve the preparation and selling of prescribed medicines are gaining massive popularity across the healthcare sector owing to the rising awareness regarding the benefits of compounded medications.

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From Classroom to Community: My Eye-Opening Rotation at a CPESN Pharmacy

Flip the Pharmacy

Before starting my first Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) rotation, I had no idea what to expect. I had some experience in a chain pharmacy, so I had a general understanding of community pharmacy operations. Additionally, I performed a pack-stat for capsules to measure powder density.

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2023 Pharmacy Trends to Look For

Digital Pharmacist

The role of the community pharmacy has increased tremendously especially during the COVID pandemic. For pharmacies, it is important to understand the needs of the patients, and the services that patients are looking for so patient expectations can not only be met but exceeded. .