What is the USP?
The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) is a scientific nonprofit organization that sets standards for the strength, quality and purity of medicines. The organization’s General Chapters define minimum practice standards for healthcare facilities overseeing compounding activities. These benchmarks are used by practitioners to help ensure the quality of compounded procedures and preparations.
As a world-class manufacturer of EPA-registered products, Contec Healthcare is committed to helping you meet and exceed USP standards. With over 100 combined years of experience in supporting critical environments, we understand the specific needs of compounding operations and will continue to adapt our portfolio as science and demands in the field evolve.
Chapter <797> – Pharmacy sterile compounding
Updated in November 2023, this chapter defines the standards for pharmacy sterile compounding practice.
Chapter <800> – Handling Hazardous Drugs (HDs)
The protocols in this chapter are aimed at protecting personnel and the environment during handling of compounded HDs in healthcare settings.
Chapter <825> – Radiopharmaceuticals
This chapter provides uniform minimum standards for the preparation, compounding, dispensing, and repackaging of sterile and non-sterile radiopharmaceuticals as part of state-licensed activities (e.g. the practice of pharmacy and medicine).
