Compounding

Question 1

Does the state have stricter requirements for compounding than federal requirements?

Answer 1

No

Question 2

Can out-of-state pharmacies compound drugs for dispensing to patients in this state?

Answer 2

No

Question 3

Does the state have specific requirements for labeling compounded products?

Answer 3

Yes, for veterinarian administered compounds only

Question 4

What are the additional label requirements for compounded products?

Answer 4

For veterinarian administered compounds:
1) Pharmacy’s name, address, and telephone number;
2) Veterinarian’s name;
3) Name of preparation;
4) Strength and concentration;
5) Lot number;
6) Beyond use date;
7) Special storage requirements, if applicable;
8) Identification number assigned by the pharmacy; and
9) Name or initials of pharmacist responsible for final check of the preparation.

For patient-specific compounded products (humans) - no additional requirements from a normal prescription labeling.