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Drugs to Be Used With a Filter for Preparation and/or Administration-2019.
Heather J Ipema1, Jessica M Zacher1, Eva Galka1
1The University of Illinois at Chicago, USA.
Hospital Pharmacy
|April 1, 2021
Summary
This updated chart reviews injectable drugs requiring filtration, including those approved from December 2011 to April 2019. It ensures accuracy for safe medication preparation and administration practices.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy
- Pharmacology
- Drug Administration
Background:
- A previous chart on injectable drugs requiring filtration was published in 2012.
- Updated guidance is necessary due to new drug approvals and evolving clinical practices.
Purpose of the Study:
- To update the 2012 chart on injectable drugs requiring filtration.
- To review drugs approved between December 2011 and April 2019 for filtration needs.
- To ensure the accuracy of existing filtration recommendations.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of drug approvals from December 2011 to April 2019.
- Cross-referencing with the 2012 Hospital Pharmacy filtration chart.
- Verification of filtration requirements based on drug characteristics.
Main Results:
- Identified new injectable drugs approved within the review period that require filtration.
- Confirmed or updated filtration recommendations for drugs previously listed.
- Provided an updated resource for healthcare professionals.
Conclusions:
- Filtration requirements for injectable drugs are dynamic and necessitate regular updates.
- Adherence to updated filtration guidelines is crucial for patient safety.
- Consulting national standards and FDA prescribing information is essential for comprehensive guidance.