Extent of extemporaneous compounding and pattern of prescribing and use of extemporaneous medicines in a developing setting

ConclusionsThe extent of compounding and use of extemporaneous products is considerable and remain an importance source of critical access to essential medicines for children with cardiovascular and neurological disorders, and electrolyte imbalance and nutritional deficiencies in both the inpatient and ambulatory settings. However, the limited access to information on the stability, efficacy and safety of extemporaneous products may potentially expose patients to harm.
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research