Question

______ refers to the preparation of medication to meet a specific prescription that is not in a commercially available strand or dosage form

Answer 1

compounding the medications;

Explanation: Examples of medications that are compounded or created by mixing various items together to create a medication that is applicable to the patient.

Clotrimazole in DMSO solution.

Cyclobenzaprine/Ketoprofen transdermal gel.

Dexamethasone iontophoresis solution.

Fluconazole/Ibuprofen topical gel.

Ketamine/Gabapentin transdermal gel.

Ketoprofen 10% transdermal gel.

LAT topical gel.

Lidocaine/Hydrocortisone “rectal rocket” suppository.

Answer 2

Compounding:

Typically, doctors will prescribe lotions, ointments, or other specific treatments (Immune Therapy, as well) that are COMPOUNDED by a specialty pharmacy. The doctor prescribes several specific medications at a specific dosage for the particular patient. A compounding pharmacy would mix per the prescription and dispense to the patient.