MEDISCA NETWORK

The New Dimension in Pharmaceutical Compounding

In the year 2000, MEDISCA Inc. began working towards its dream of providing the industry of pharmaceutical care with an unparalleled quality of service that will meet the day-to-day operational needs of compounding pharmacists all over North America.

With these goals in tow, the company assembled a team of practicing compounding pharmacists, formulation chemists, technical service support representatives and lab technicians who are dedicated to developing and maintaining an effective and responsive support system. Together they encompass a wide range of both theoretical and practical compounding experience with the following designated degrees:

• PharmD
• RPh.
• PhD.
• MSc.
• BSc.

MEDISCA Network Inc. was founded through reason and resoluteness, and today looks forward to serving its clientele with an even broader vision. We are in service to, not only the compounding pharmacy community, but the healthcare community as a whole. Our role is to maintain and improve the integrity, quality and diversity of pharmacological care through the promotion and support of pharmacy compounding. Most of all, we recognize that we are in service to the patient population, for which we are all a part of at one time or another.

Our Vision
Our Vision is to raise the standards of pharmacy practice by offering quality technical services such as formulas, business development marketing and facility design, all while fostering proactive networking between the practices of pharmacy and medicine. It is important that we always keep focus on our foremost objective, improving patient care.

Our Mission
As a service provider imparting our specialized knowledge and expertise, we bring people and resources together. We provide the means for improving the quality of pharmaceutical care through meaningful relationships:

• Supporting cutting-edge formulas, research and development, and technical support services for the compounding pharmacist
• Developing a knowledge-based communications network for the pharmacist and medical specialist
• Engaging in business practices that lead to the morally, ethically, legally, politically and clinically sound development of pharmaceutical compounding
• Providing both resources and consultation to secure the development of our membership’s business and marketing investments

Our Team
Our team consists of an array of experts made up of academia and practicing professionals within retail pharmacy, hospital and hospice care. Additionally, our team members are highly successful compounding pharmacists/owners, physicians, lab technicians, formulation chemists and Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board (PCAB) surveyors. Together, we encompass a wide range of both theoretical and practical compounding experience to promote excellence and expertise in the field of pharmacy compounding.

Our Technical Support Services Department consists of seasoned academics and highly skilled practicing professionals, whose common goal is to create customized formulas to meet patient specific need. Our staff members are equally skilled in both non-sterile and sterile formulations including numerous specialty niche markets. In addition many members of our team are responsible for creating our industry’s current standards of practice and serve as Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board (PCAB) surveyors.

Service portfolio

• Extensive on-line formula database
• Customized formula design
• Customer service Help Line
• Consultation Services
• Standard Operating Procedures for Non-Sterile and Sterile Compounding
• Trouble shooting questions related to MEDISCA NETWORK formulas
• Compounding inquiries which include; literature searches, mathematical calculations, compounding questions, API, excipient and base specific questions and lastly equipment and facility requirements.

MEDISCA Network is the proud sponsor of the World Congress of Compounding 2018

The International Compounding Pharmacy Community will gather for the industry’s first event to network and exchange ideas about the latest trends and technologies in personalized medicine. This event is an opportunity to enhance your knowledge and understanding of patient care through various Educational Sessions, Hot Topic Workshops, and product demonstrations presented by leading industry speakers. October 27th - 28th, 2018 W Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada.
For more information visit www.compoundingcongress.com

PCCA

Professional Compounding Centers of America (PCCA) provides independent pharmacists with a complete support system for compounding unique dosage forms. Owned and operated principally by pharmacists -- PCCA provides all of the bulk pharmaceuticals, equipment, devices, flavors, American Council on Pharmaceutical Education (ACPE)-accredited training classes and seminars, marketing support and technical consulting assistance needed to help pharmacists build successful compounding practices. Founded in 1981, PCCA today has more than 3,000 pharmacist members located throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, Europe, and New Zealand.

PCCA provides ACPE-accredited Primary and Aseptic Compounding courses in its in-house training laboratories. These hands-on courses provide pharmacists and their pharmacy technicians with a forum for learning the latest innovations in compounding unique dosage forms. In addition, the curriculum includes discussion of quality and safety procedures; legal issues and marketing technique.

PCCA's ACPE-accredited Continuing Education Programs provide pharmacists with ongoing opportunities to obtain the latest and greatest in compounding technique and effective methods of building patient and practitioner relationships. These programs also provide invaluable networking sessions where colleagues share what has worked well for their compounding practices and emphasize the critical importance of the triad relationship -- the patient, physician and pharmacist.

On average, PCCA's M. George Webber, Ph.D. Consulting Department answers more than 500 calls a day, providing members with comprehensive technical support. Named in honor of a PCCA founder, the Department is staffed with 21 professionals from full-time registered pharmacists to experienced pharmaceutical chemists.

PCCA works with several colleges of pharmacy to help design contemporary or advanced compounding courses. Throughout the year, PCCA also works with pharmacy associations to provide continuing education programs. In addition, the PCCA Institute is partnering with colleges of pharmacy and other accredited education providers, using the Internet to create basic pharmaceutical science courses which can be accessed by a pharmacy student at any venue on a 24 hours, 7 days a week schedule.

Associates of Cape Cod Inc

Associates of Cape Cod, Inc. (ACC), is one of the world's largest manufacturers of products developed to detect and quantify gram-negative bacterial endotoxins and (1-3)-ß-D-glucans. Our products are used worldwide by leading pharmaceutical and medical device companies to ensure the safety of their parenteral drugs, biological products and medical devices. Our goal is to provide the best products and services, as well as the best technical support and customer service, in our industry to enhance the productivity and efficiency of all our customers. We are ISO 13485: 2003 certified, our laboratories are FDA Inspected and DEA Licensed and our Beacon Diagnostics ® laboratory is CLIA certified.

LAL Products

ACC is one of the world's largest manufacturers of products developed to detect and quantify gram-negative bacterial endotoxins and (1-3)-ß-D-glucans. Our products are used worldwide by leading pharmaceutical and medical device companies to ensure the safety of their parenteral drugs, biological products, and medical devices. Our Customer Service, Technical Service, and Contract Testing teams are ready to assist you with all aspects of endotoxin and glucan testing.

LAL Accessory Products

Pyroclear® Accessory Products
Pyroclear Pyroclear® brand accessory products are the first products in the industry that are certified to be free of interfering endotoxin and (1-3)-ß-D-glucan contamination. Pyroclear brand certified products include depyrogenated test tubes, 96-well microplates, pipette tips and LAL Reagent water. These products are designed to reduce Out of Specification (OOS) investigations due to contaminated accessories.

Instrumentation

ACC is proud to offer a variety of instrumentation to support all your testing needs. Instruments like our Pyros Kinetix® incubating kinetic tube reader which offers the highest turbidimetric assay sensitivity in the industry. Bridge the gap between the affordability of filter-based readers and flexibility of monochromator-based systems with our VersaMax­™ microplate reader.

LAL Research Products

ACC offers a complete suite of reliable, easy to use research products. Developed for research purposes only, ACC's Research Products are designed to improve pyrogen testing while offering our high standard of effectiveness.

Instrumentation Software

Precise, easy-to-interpret data is an essential part of kinetic endotoxin detection programs. ACC offers three software packages designed to improve the efficiency and the compliance of your testing program all featuring 21 CFR Part 11 compliance, dynamic reporting options and increased data security.

MEDISCA®

Your Trusted Partner in Compounding

With over 25 years of experience, MEDISCA has developed a solid reputation as an innovative and entrepreneurial company in the pharmaceutical compounding industry. MEDISCA is a leading FDA-registered supplier of quality pharmacy compounding products and offers excellent service to the North American, Australian and other international markets. We are dedicated to providing our clients with the highest quality compounding products, such as:

• Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs)
• Fine Chemicals
• Bases
• Equipment & Devices
• Capsules
• Oils, Flavors and Colors
• Compounding Kits

Commitment to Quality
Quality is the cornerstone of the MEDISCA brand. This is evident in the design of our facilities around the world and in the people we do business with. In fact, quality is the responsibility of everyone at MEDISCA, and we ensure this high level of quality in several ways:

• FDA-registered establishment
• Compliant with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)
• Provide compounding pharmacists with security of supply
• Ensure the highest quality Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs)
• Proactive approach in enhancing quality protocols

We share a passion for quality compounding medications and a wealth of knowledge of the pharmacy marketplace. We are continuously working to improve the quality of customized pharmaceutical care!

Continuous Innovation
Our quest for revolutionary products and innovative devices drives our Research & Development team. We are committed to:

• Developing innovative, high quality products
• Continually expanding product lines
• Monitoring industry trends
• Being a leader in pharmaceutical compounding

Exceptional Customer Service
We take pride in our exceptional service and consistently strive to exceed customer expectations. We are proud to offer:

• Personal sales representatives
• Experienced technical support professionals
• Reliable and personalized attention
• Excellent online services and support including:
  • Convenient and secure online ordering available 24/7
    • Easy access to view your special contract pricing
    • Quick access to view and track recent orders
    • Easy to browse and search for products
    • Access to MEDISCA TV, providing informative about new product innovations and our continuous commitment to quality.

MEDISCA is the proud sponsor of the World Congress of Compounding 2018

The International Compounding Pharmacy Community will gather for the industry’s first event to network and exchange ideas about the latest trends and technologies in personalized medicine. This event is an opportunity to enhance your knowledge and understanding of patient care through various Educational Sessions, Hot Topic Workshops, and product demonstrations presented by leading industry speakers. October 27th - 28th, 2018 W Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada.
For more information visit www.compoundingcongress.com

MEDISCA
Your Trusted Partner in Compounding

Health Care Logistics

Pharmacy Compounding Supplies
The HCL Compounding and Dispensing line features a diverse selection of products with a special focus on USP 797 & 795 supplies as well as those specially designed for precise medication measuring, mixing and filling. We’re committed to offering products that help you increase productivity, maximize efficiency and improve accuracy in all aspects of your business.

To eliminate hand fatigue when packaging liquid compounds, try our Liquid Unit Dose (LUD) Press. It has an aluminum base and rod that easily seals caps onto vials or cups. Choose a heavy-duty Holder for Vials or a Holder for Cups, each of which will hold up to eight items side by side to prevent spills. A raised notch on the LUD Press platform helps guide your holder into position to create a secure seal on every vial or cup, every time. You spend less time on alignment and improve productivity.

We create metal products to match your unique specifications so you can work more efficiently and produce better results. Could your facility benefit from stainless steel storage containers, lock boxes and utility trays to simplify USP <797> compliance? Do you have an existing product you'd like to upgrade with a specially sized metal adaptor such as a bracket, plate, clamp or hanger that is USP <797> friendly? Whatever solution you seek, HCL can deliver. Our designers use stainless steel and aluminum, dependent upon your needs, and our design consultation services are always FREE!

Fagron

Fagron is more…

Fagron is more than compounding essentials, more than a pharmaceutical supplier, more than education. Fagron is a team of over 300 dedicated individuals across multiple businesses that are committed to bringing customers the highest quality materials available, at competitive prices, and in a timely fashion.
Our ability to listen to our customers and to work closely together with pharmacists, prescribers, and universities worldwide is the foundation of our successful strategy of optimizing and innovating pharmaceutical compounding.
Fagron’s strategy is focused on the optimization and innovation of pharmaceutical compounding. As an R&D scientific pharmaceutical compounding supplier, Fagron wants to widen the therapeutic scope of the prescriber to enable tailor-made pharmaceutical care.

Fagron North America’s Compounding Essentials Division

The companies of Fagron North America’s Compounding Essentials Division (Fagron, Inc., B&B Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Fagron Academy) have combined experience in serving the compounding industry for over 60 years. We specialize in offering over 65 unique compounding bases & vehicles, equipment, supplies, over 800 active pharmaceutical ingredients and first rate contemporary compounding education and technical support for compounding pharmacies. Fagron’s dedication to quality is achieved through our extensive vendor validation program and commitment to only sourcing from FDA validated suppliers.

Fagron, Inc.
Fagron manufactures creams, lotions, syrups and oral suspending vehicles; as well as, repackages bulk drugs and excipients. Fagron is a VAWD accredited, FDA-registered and FDA-inspected facility adhering to cGMP requirements. All pharmaceuticals are purchased from reputable manufacturers known for their high quality standards.
With our dedication to optimizing and innovating compounding, we have developed and have introduced a new and extensive generation of innovative vehicles globally.

B&B Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
B&B Pharmaceuticals specializes in controlled substances, hormones and other active pharmaceutical ingredients. As part of the Fagron businesses, B&B is committed to providing the compounding community with the highest quality compounding ingredients at competitive prices and only the best customer service. DEA CSOS is now available.

Fagron Academy
A New Approach to Compounding Continuing Education
Fagron Academy was created for pharmacy professionals who have a dedication to compounding and a commitment to being the best. Fagron Academy offers comprehensive experiential and lecture-based pharmacy compounding education courses. Fagron Academy courses provide an opportunity for participants to learn important skills and expand their knowledge base while forming lasting relationships with colleagues and industry leaders. Reflecting all current regulatory and USP guidelines, training courses have been designed to utilize the most up to date and cutting edge compounding techniques while bringing awareness to compounding as it relates to fundamental therapy related topics.

Featured Products

SyrSpend® SF Oral Suspending Vehicles - SyrSpend® SF employs active suspending technology: the superior pseudoplasticity and thixotropic features of the vehicles provide high accuracy and dosage consistency throughout treatment. SyrSpend® SF contains only non-toxic ingredients, minimizing toxicological effects and allergic reactions. The absence of gluten and lactose combined with low osmolality (<50 mOsmol/kg) minimizes gastrointestinal side effects. All SyrSpend® SF vehicles are sugar free, suitable for small children, and compatible with ketogenic diets. Stability study information can be found on our website. SyrSpend® is available in the following:

• SyrSpend® SF Liquid
• SyrSpend® SF PH4 (Dry, For Reconstitution)
• SyrSpend® SF Alka (Dry, for acid-labile APIs)
• SyrSpend® SF Convenience Packs

Fagron Advanced Derma - With Fagron Advanced Derma, patients are offered a total solution for both customized prescription compounding and basic skin care. Vehicle designs are based on the latest scientific insights into the safety and tolerance of topically applied ingredients. Our bases are compatible with a broad range of APIs and DCIs. Featured Fagron Advanced Derma products:

• Fitalite™ Natural Gel Cream Base
• Nourivan™ Antiox Cream Base
• Espumil™ Foam Base
• Nourisil™ Anhydrous Silicone Base

Hormone Replace Therapy – Fagron offers several creams that are suitable for HRT use. Beyond use dating information is available on our website. Featured Fagron HRT Products:

• HRT Supreme Cream
• Pentravan® & Pentravan® Plus Bases
• Versatile™ & Versatile™ Rich Cream Bases
• Phytobase™ Cream Base

Become more with Fagron!

LP3 Network

A Global Leader in Continuing Healthcare Education

LP3 Network was founded to provide the healthcare community with exceptional programs in continuing education. At LP3 Network, we believe in raising the standards of healthcare through quality education and training. Our team of experts develop innovative and high-quality programs to provide you with the knowledge and tools needed to succeed!

Our mission is to provide you with a platform of educational programs that will have a positive impact on your professional development within the healthcare industry.

• Education is the foundation of our business;
• We strive to empower the healthcare community through best practices;
• At LP3 Network, we are committed to providing you with knowledge and expertise;
• We believe in providing you with options – choose from our wide range of courses and training activities.

LP3 Network recognizes the need to provide today’s healthcare professionals with a unique experience in continuing education, while maintaining an emphasis on quality and integrity.

Activity Portfolio

The combined efforts of LP3 Network and the University of Florida College of Pharmacy allow us to offer the finest in accredited continued healthcare education. We have prepared a number of high-quality activities that will enhance your professional knowledge. Visit our website to view detailed descriptions for all of our available activities. Our current available courses are:

• Advanced Non-Sterile Compounding
• Business Ready: Marketing & Sales for the Successful Compounding Pharmacist
• Essential Elements of Compounded Sterile Preparations
• Essential Elements of Hazardous Drug Compounding
• Essential Elements of Prescription Analgesic Compounding
• Essential Elements of Prescription Hormone Compounding
• Preparing for a State Board of Pharmacy Compounding Practice Inspection
• The Science of Pharmaceutical Compounding®: Non-Sterile Training
• The Science of Pharmaceutical Compounding: Technician Training
• Self-Directed Learning Modules* (non-accredited)

Our team of facilitators and contributors consists of some of the foremost experts in their respective fields. Our specialists are dedicated to helping you gain the knowledge and experience required to advance your career.

Our Accreditor

Since our inception, LP3 Network has pursued a dream of developing a comprehensive portfolio of continuing education programs for the healthcare industry. With these goals in tow, the company developed a strong relationship with the University of Florida College of Pharmacy. This well-respected institution is the accreditor for all of LP3 Network’s live training activities.

The established relationship with the University of Florida College of Pharmacy allows LP3 Network to offer those seeking further healthcare education with the finest in continuous professional development. All of LP3 Network’s live training activities are accredited by the University of Florida College of Pharmacy and we pride ourselves on the quality of these activities and the competency they bring to all of our clients.

LP3 Network is the proud sponsor of the World Congress of Compounding 2018

The International Compounding Pharmacy Community will gather for the industry’s first event to network and exchange ideas about the latest trends and technologies in personalized medicine. This event is an opportunity to enhance your knowledge and understanding of patient care through various Educational Sessions, Hot Topic Workshops, and product demonstrations presented by leading industry speakers. October 27th - 28th, 2018 W Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada.
For more information visit www.compoundingcongress.com

American College of Apothecaries (ACA)

Since 1940, the ACA has been working with independent pharmacists to advance the entrepreneurial spirit of member pharmacists through education, innovation, mentoring, fellowship and training.

ACA Continuing Education Programs
Through educational conferences, seminars, compounding training, webinars and on-demand programs, ACA provides an array of opportunities for pharmacists, technicians, marketers and pharmacy students to obtain information, earn CE credits, and receive valuable networking with independent pharmacy entrepreneurs. ACA can also provide CE accreditation for other organizations.

Educational and Specialty Conferences
ACA provides an annual multi-day conference each year with continuing education sessions, social events, induction of new ACA Fellows and members, networking and award presentations. These conferences are held in different areas and in addition to learning, a large focus is on networking and sharing amongst pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, marketers and pharmacy students.

ACA Accredited Programs for Other Organizations
As an ACPE-approved provider of continuing pharmacy education, ACA is in compliance with ACPE’s Criteria for Quality and Interpretive Guidelines. Periodic review of educational programming by ACPE and continual self-evaluation by ACA ensures that the programs accredited by ACA are of the highest quality and meet ACPE standards. The ACPE Criteria and Guidelines are always followed when providing any continuing pharmacy education programs in live or in on demand format.

Webinars and Self-Paced Online Seminars/On-Demand CE
The ACA is pleased to introduce ACA Education CEnter an online catalog of more than 70 self-paced seminars for continuing pharmacy education! This new online education resource will include live webinars and on-demand courses that you can participate in from the comfort of your office or home and on your own schedule. The ACA is the source for pharmacists’ continuing education and professional development opportunities. Pharmacist and pharmacy technicians, marketers and pharmacy students can access online the latest webinars on subjects important to your career development. Visit the catalog today to browse through programs and begin enhancing your knowledge and earning CE credit!

Compounding Training Courses

• Fundamental Compounding and Calculations

Fundamental Compounding & Calculations is a 3-day, 21 hour application-based course. This course combines one day of essential pharmacy calculations followed by two days of lectures and hands-on laboratory training. The overall goal of the calculations portion is to provide the pharmacist and technician with a review of the calculations they will need to master in order to prepare the variety of medications their patients may need to attain the greatest therapeutic actions from their medications with the fewest undesirable side effects. The lecture and hands-on portion is to provide the participant with a theoretical and practical basis on which to build a successful non-sterile compounding practice which complies with current requirements for good compounding practice. The instruction focuses on the proper preparation of fundamental dosage forms utilized by pharmacies which are compounding medications for their patients. The program is structured to demonstrate skills that can be immediately implemented by participants with minimal or no experience, as well as those wishing to update their compounding skills.

• Comprehensive Sterile Compounding

Comprehensive Sterile Compounding is an 18.5 hour course designed to further prepare pharmacists and technicians to strengthen their knowledge base in Sterile Compounding. This course will provide the participant with the knowledge of preparation and quality control tests for sterile products, such as validation testing, membrane filtration, pyrogen tests, BET (bacterial endotoxin test) and others. This course will include the USP <797> guidelines. Also covered is proper hand washing and garbing. The attendee must pass their Aseptic glove test and their media fill to successfully complete the course.

• Compounding for Natural Hormone Replacement

Compounding for Natural Hormone Replacement is a 15 hour application-based course designed to further prepare pharmacists and technicians to strengthen their knowledge base in the treatment of men and women with regard to hormone replacement therapy. Participants will be able to demonstrate a deeper understanding of a number of women’s issues, medications used to treat these issues, clinical guidelines for the treatment of women’s health issues, and side effects of these medications.

• Compounding Options for Pain, Wound and Scar

Compounding Options for Pain, Wound and Scar is a 15hour application-based course. The overall goal of this application based program is to provide the pharmacist and/or technician the ability to learn about pain, its physical and behavioral components, the mechanisms of pain, the treatment of pain both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic, and how to compound unique dosage forms to meet the needs of the patient in pain. In addition the participant will learn the techniques compatible with USP 795 in the provision of quality pharmaceutical preparations and applicable DEA rules. Practical compounding case studies will be presented including the management of painful conditions, and wound and scar treatments.

• Veterinary Compounding Essentials

Veterinary Compounding Essentials is a 15 hour application-based course designed to introduce the pharmacist and pharmacy technician to veterinary pharmacy compounding. The program provides fundamental techniques for effectively growing the veterinary compounding practice, including calculations, proper safety practices, hands-on compounding, and marketing

Additional information on the compounding training courses can be found on the ACA Calendar.

International Medical Industries

Innovative Sterile Products for Compounding Pharmacies.

Since 1969, IMI has worked closely with hospital pharmacies and outsource compounders to create innovative products to address very specialized needs. We offer a complete line of sterile caps, connectors, adapters and more. IMI has made pharmacy compounding products our sole focus. As a result, our customers experience the quality service and value that only a specialized partner can provide. All products are made in the U.S.A. at our FDA licensed facility under strict quality and regulatory controls.

The IMI Product Families Include:

Prep-Lock™ Tamper Evident Caps for I.V. Syringes and Oral Dispensers

The Prep-Lock product family is engineered to protect Compounded Sterile Preparations (CSP’s) and Oral Preparations. The likelihood of tampering or compromise is at its greatest during transportation when the product leaves the custody of the pharmacist. IMI Tamper Evident Caps help maintain product integrity and greatly enhancing USP <797> compliance. Tampering is immediately evident when the outer sleeve is broken or missing. Unused syringes with Tamper Evident Caps intact can be returned to inventory with confidence.

Prep-Seal™ Sterile Caps and Plugs

Our Prep-Seal products are designed for any compounded product or compounding procedure that requires capping or intermittent capping. Common uses include the capping of syringes or as a protective cap for access ports on medical devices such as stopcocks or IV set when not in use. They are offered in both luer-lock and luer-slip configurations.

Prep-Fill™ Sterile Connectors (Fluid Transfer/Mixing)

The Prep-Fill family of products facilitates the transfer of fluids. Common uses include the transfer or mixing of fluids between syringes or connecting various IV sets. They are offered in both luer-lock and luer-slip configurations.

RX-Vent™ Filtered Vent Needles

The RX-Vent family of products offers unsurpassed safety and efficiency to the pharmacist. The Chemo-Vent is used for reconstituting and withdrawing cytotoxic anti-neoplastic agents. It prevents blowback of chemotherapeutic and cytotoxic drugs during fill procedures. The Filtered Venting Needle is used for the sterile venting of drug vials.

RX-Tract™ Sterile Fluid Extraction Needles

The RX-Tract family of products offers the clinician the ability to withdraw fluids from all types of mini vials and deep containers. They are available in both sharp and blunt tip configurations and multiple lengths.

Sharp Cannula: The sharp cannula is used to draw liquid for reconstruction or to pre-fill syringes prior to administration.

Blunt Cannula: The large-bore, blunt cannula allows rapid transfer of blood with minimum hemolysis. The blunt end prevents accidental needle sticks.

FREE Sterile Samples are available for our entire product line. See why IMI has become the brand pharmacists’ trust for innovative sterile products.

International Journal of Pharmacy Compounding

The International Journal of Pharmaceutical Compounding (IJPC) is a bi-monthly, scientific and professional journal emphasizing quality pharmaceutical compounding. IJPC is the only publication that covers pharmaceutical compounding topics relevant and necessary to empower pharmacists to meet the needs of today's patients. No other publication features hands-on, how-to compounding techniques or the information that contemporary pharmacists need to provide individualized care.

Each issue includes peer-reviewed scientific articles, articles on pertinent topics, informational and professional articles, calculations, and other departments relevant to the practice of compounding. Articles and manuscripts are reviewed by pharmacy practitioners, academicians and scientists, as well as by others with expertise in various specialties.

The International Journal of Pharmaceutical Compounding is indexed by the International Pharmaceutical Abstracts,the Cumulative Index to Nursing & Allied Health Literature print index and database, the Chemical Abstracts Service, Elsevier Bibliographic Databases including EMBASE, EMNursing, Compendex, GEOBASE, Mosby Yearbooks and Scopus, the world’s largest abstract and indexing database of scientific and social sciences literature with more than 8 million users at more than 500 institutions worldwide.

Manuscripts published in the International Journal of Pharmaceutical Compounding are read and researched worldwide.

IJPC has been recognized with the following awards:

• Houston International Association of Business
• Communicators Award of Merit in Magazine Design
• Houston Society for Technical Communication Distinguished Award for Technical Publications, Art & Online Competition
• International Society for Technical Communication Excellence Award for Technical Publications, Art & Online Competition

Please contact us by phone at 800-757-4572 or click on the link below to visit our website.

Letco Medical

Meet the Team Changing the Face of Compounding

Letco Medical enables pharmacies to take full advantage of compounding as a profit center. Focused on the U.S. compounding market, Letco provides a comprehensive portfolio of safe and consistent top-quality chemicals, compounding prices.

Since its inception in 1993, Letco has earned and built a reputation as one of the most innovative companies in the compounding industry. Letco is focused on unwavering quality, exemplified by the company's industry-leading quality assurance programs, stringent quality control procedures, and an unblemished record with the FDA.

Letco's product line includes:

• Compunding Chemicals
• Supplies
• Equipment
• Capsules
• Pre-made Topical Bases
• Oral Delivery Vehicles
• Specialty Products

At Letco, we take pride in delivering the products, services and support needed to meet today’s challenges, and equally committed to facing the future as your trusted partner. With complete dedication and focus on our customers, Letco is the optimal supply partner to help you realize the significant profit opportunities for your compounding practice.

Letco, let us help.
CONTACT US TODAY FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW WE CAN HELP YOU AND YOUR PRACTICE.

IACP

Save the Date for #CCH2018!

Registration NOW OPEN for IACP's 24th Annual Compounders on Capitol Hill!

The 24th Annual Compounders on Capitol Hill (CCH) will be held June 23-26, 2018 at the RenaissanceWashington DC Downtown Hotel. With more than 400 expected attendees in 2018, Compounders on Capitol Hill brings together the top-level compounding pharmacists and technicians from across the country with the same goal – to protect pharmacy compounding.

• CCH returns to Downtown Washington, D.C.! The Renaissance Washington, D.C. is conveniently situated in the Penn Quarter district near Capitol Hill and the White House. It's surrounded by shops, restaurants, the Spy Museum, Chinatown, the National Portrait Gallery, and world-famous National Mall monuments.

• Hear from experts during in-depth Continuing Education sessions on legislative and regulatory issues at the state and federal level affecting pharmacy compounding.

• Expanded exhibit hall puts attendees face-to- face with leading companies that serve compounding pharmacies.

• Stay for Hill Day! Be an advocate for compounding during in-person Capitol Hill meetings with your state representatives.

• Socialize and support the IACP Foundation at Rx Mixer on Sunday, June 24, 2018.

• The COMP PAC Dinner and Fundraiser is an exclusive opportunity to hob-nob with the powerful movers and shakers of Washington, D.C. The COMP PAC will host a very high-profile influencer to talk face-to- face with our attendees about the future of health care.

• Network! Reconnect with old friends and meet new colleagues who share your passion and interest in protecting, promoting and advancing pharmacy compounding!

CCH 2018
June 23-26, 2018
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown Hotel
999 Ninth Street NW
Washington, DC 20001

Future Date:
CCH 2019
May 18-21, 2019
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown Hotel
999 Ninth Street NW
Washingtotn, DC 20001