Presents an introduction to good compounding practices. This title features tables that present equivalent values for compounding calculations, a directory of suppliers of compounding chemicals, and a glossary of terms. It includes basic formulas that provide for uniformity of preparation, and a starting point for modification for patients.

Presents 168 of Allen's "Contemporary Compounding" columns reprinted from U.S. Pharmacist, and is organized by therapeutic category. Many of the columns include updated stability information from USP25/NF20. This is an introduction to good compounding practices. It features: tables that present equivalent values for compounding calculations; a directory of suppliers of compounding chemicals; a glossary of terms; and, a dosage form index and drug index supplement the columns. The basic formulas offered in this collection provide for some uniformity of preparation, as well as a starting point for further modification for specific patients. The volume is designed also to provide documentation for the use of these basic formulas as presented in the contemporary literature.

Introduction to Good Compounding Practices
Compounding Columns:
Analgesics
Antiarthritics
Antiemetics
Antihyperhydrotics
Anti-infective Agents
Anti-inflammatory Agents
Dental
Dermatologic Conditions
Headache
Hormone Replacement and Gynecologic Conditions
Miscellaneous
Neurologic Conditions
Ophthalmic
Oral Suspensions and Solutions
Parenteral
Respiratory Agents
Sedatives
Veterinary Preparations
Appendix A: NABP's Good Compounding Practices Applicable to State-Licensed Pharmacies
Appendix B: Equivalent Values for Compounding Calculations
Appendix C: Sodium Chloride Equivalent Values of Selected Agents
Appendix D: Suppliers of Compounding Chemicals Glossary
Dosage Form Index
Drug Index