This course will provide general information to assist pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy students in performing calculations for compounding and dispending medications based on the topics listed in USP General Chapter <1160>. Each section will provide background information on the significance of any formula used for calculations, along with its appropriate applications, and will have thorough explanations of how to complete the calculations in various scenarios.

This course features self=paced e-learning modules and practical exercises.

Subject area:
Healthcare Quality & Safety

Objectives (If applicable):
– Understand the arithmetical concepts required to compound and dispense medications.
– Determine the proper conversions from one measurement system to another.
– Identify real-world applications for various formulas and the limitations that may accompany a formula.
– Complete example calculations accurately and correctly by carefully analyzing calculation details and applying logical methods.

Target Audience (If applicable):
Compendial Liaisons
Compounders
Consultants
Healthcare Practitioners
QA Staff
Regulatory staff
Students and faculty in Colleges of Pharmacy