Compounding is a controlled act within the scope of practice of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.
Any accredited pharmacy may offer compounding services. However, the Designated Manager (in a community pharmacy) or pharmacy department head (e.g., in a hospital pharmacy) must ensure, with the best interest of the patient in mind, that the pharmacy has the resources necessary to compound a preparation of good quality in a safe and appropriate manner. Knowledge of the environment in which these preparations are compounded, training of personnel, policies, procedures and quality assurance processes, as well as standards for facilities and equipment are required to protect patients.
For more resources on compounding, including FAQs, Pharmacy Connection articles, external resources and more, please review the Compounding – Non-Sterile Practice Topic or the Compounding – Sterile Practice Topic.