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Nekos-Dedricks Compounding Pharmacy has been accredited by the Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board (PCAB), making us the only compounding pharmacy between New York City and Albany to be accredited by this prestigious organization for both Basic (USP 795) and Sterile (USP 797) prescription compounding. Simply put this means we are capable of compounding absolutely any prescription, and doing so to the highest possible standards set forth by PCAB.
   

Why is this accreditation important?

Compounding medications is an important aspect of modern pharmacy, and the demand for patient-specific compounded medications grows each year. While compounding pharmacy is regulated by the state, accreditation is an even more comprehensive way to ensure a pharmacy is meeting the highest quality and safety standards.

The Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board (PCAB) is a not-for-profit corporation formed and lead by eight national pharmacy organizations:

American College of Apothecaries Read
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PCAB Accreditation Letter
American Pharmacists Association
International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists
National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations
National Association of Boards of Pharmacy
National Community Pharmacists Association
National Home Infusion Association
United States Pharmacopeia
 

These organizations developed the industry principles, policies and standards for the practice of compounding pharmacy, as well as the PCAB Accreditation criteria and processes. Quality and safety standards include:

  • Use of only certain chemicals from highly reliable suppliers
  • Pharmacists and their technicians must receive regular, specialized training
  • Facilities must meet design and other related standards to help ensure the area is clear and free of contamination
  • Pharmacies must meet or exceed USP 795 standards for non-sterile compounding and USP 797 standards for sterile compounding
  • Pharmacies agree to adhere to the PCAB “Principles of Compounding”

Pharmacies seeking accreditation must submit documented proof that they meet PCAB quality standards, submit their policies and procedures for regular review, and open their doors to regular physical inspections.

More detailed information about PCAB™ and the PCAB™ Accreditation process can be found on its Web site at www.pcab.org.