by Rich | Aug 2, 2024 | Compliance, FDA, FDCA, Pharmacy
Summary This two-part article is part of our blog series “Introduction to USP Compliance in Pharmacy: Insights and Best Practices.” This part one explores how United States Pharmacopeia (USP) standards and key provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and...
by Scott Milner | Jul 24, 2024 | Compliance, Pharmacy, USP
The Vital Role of USP in Pharmacy In recent discussions with industry experts, the importance of compliance with the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) chapters has been a recurring theme. Often regarded as mere “recommendations” or guidelines for best...
by Scott Milner | Jul 2, 2024 | Compliance, Diverson, Pharmacy, Sterile Compounding, Terlumina | Rx, USP
The 90s were a wild time. One summer, while at a scout camp in Kananaskis, Alberta Canada, our troop was invited to try out a zip line. We were the first scouts to zip down a cable tied between two trees, close to 100 feet apart. While the descent felt like three...
by Scott Milner | Jun 24, 2024 | Terlumina | Rx
Exciting News! We are thrilled to announce that KatanaRx is now Terlumina | Rx! This name change marks a new chapter in our commitment to excellence in pharmacy solutions. The Terlumina | Rx solution not only addresses critical areas such as sterile compounding,...
by Scott Milner | Jun 15, 2024 | Compliance, Pharmacy, Sterile Compounding, USP
In the realm of hygiene and pharmacy cleanliness standards, terminology can sometimes lead to confusion. Two terms that often cause debate are “unsanitary” and “insanitary.” While both words relate to conditions that are not clean or hygienic,...
by Scott Milner | May 20, 2024 | Compliance, Diverson, Pharmacy, Pharmacy Supply Chain
Drug diversion in healthcare systems is a serious issue with far-reaching implications for patient safety, legal compliance, and the reputation of healthcare institutions. Over the last decade, several significant cases have highlighted the need for robust prevention...
