Question

You are determining the BUD for Magic Mouthwash, a simple non-sterile compound. Magic mothwash reuqires the mixing of three ingredients Antacid Liquid, Lidocaine, and Diphenydramine. Each of these ingredients is a water containing oral formulation. What would be the BUD for Magic Mouthwash?

A. Not later than 14 days
B. Not later than 30 days
C. Not later than the time remaining until the earliest expiration date of any Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient

Answer 1

The BUD for Magic Mouthwash is determined by the ingredient with the shortest expiration date.

Step-by-step explanation:

The BUD (Beyond-Use Date) for Magic Mouthwash, a simple non-sterile compound, would be option C - not later than the time remaining until the earliest expiration date of any Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API). The BUD is determined by the ingredient with the shortest expiration date. This ensures that the overall stability and efficacy of the compound are maintained.For example, if the Antacid Liquid has an expiration date of 14 days, Lidocaine has an expiration date of 30 days, and Diphenhydramine has an expiration date of 20 days, then the BUD for Magic Mouthwash would be 14 days because it is limited by the Antacid Liquid.