In a low volume (5-6 products per day) operation we want to use one biologics hood. Can we move from hazardous to nonhazardous when compounding these preparations?
USP <797> does not require nor forbid such a practice. The decision is left up to each compounding site. However, whatever procedures and practices are used, they should be designed to keep personnel safe from exposure to drug contamination and keep the dose safe from inadvertent microbial contamination. In addition, care must be taken to prevent cross contamination from hazardous to nonhazardous such as thorough cleaning of the hood, etc. Documentation such as wipe studies can be conducted to make sure the hazardous drugs are being contained.
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