Compatability of s/c drugs

Question 1

Questions to ask for s/c drugs compatibility

Answer 1

• Which drugs need to be mixed, what are they for and what is the dose?
• What is the diluent to be used and the concentration required or the preferred total volume?
• Over what time period will the infusion be given?
• What other routes of administration are available, e.g. intravenous lines?
• Other medication: indication, routes
• Establish how the patient is fed – an enteral feed tube offers a potential alternative route.