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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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Hospital Pharmacy FAQ

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Similar to concept in Intro to Community Pharmacy , I am now writing a post addressing few basic questions. In overall, there is a maximum of 9 training modules that you have to complete in 1 year time (which will cover all hospital pharmacy departments). Permanent positions will only be offered to better performers.

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Learning Module

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Who are allowed to dispense or compound any poison for use in medical treatment? Community Pharmacy Cough What is the paediatric dose of bromhexine for a child aged 1 years 3 month with wet cough ? Good Compounding Practice Good Manufacturing Practice PIC/S Guidelines Briefly explain basic principles of compounding.

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Contents

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The information provided is meant to act as a guide and should not substitute professional clinical judgement. insulins, inhalers, GTN, transdermal patches, etc.)

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6. Pharmacist to Infectious Disease Physician with Dr. Brandon J. Smith

The Physician Pharmacist

Nathan Gartland Yeah, I think that's an interesting point because I worked in a hospital pharmacy. So it was a big hospital pharmacy. And we have these medicine carousels and we're doing compounding in the back rooms and sterile preparation and all this crazy stuff. So I love that.