COMMUNITY pharmacists are being asked to help "shape the future of compounding in NSW," as part of a project being undertaken by researchers from the University of Canberra.
The Pharmacy Council of NSW says "the increase in the amount and complexity of prescribed compounded medicines presents particular challenges in terms of maintaining public safety," with the study looking at the current scope of compounding services provided.
The research will also collate the level of training of compounders, the extent of compliance with current practice standards, and the incentives for providing compounding services.
Information is being gathered via an online survey (CLICK HERE) as well as through more in depth telephone interviews.
Some pharmacies will also have received a postal survey seeking their input to the research.
Pharmacists who would like to confidentially discuss compounding with one of the researchers can contact Louise Deeks via email at louise.deeks@canberra.edu.au.
The resultant telephone interview should take around 15 minutes.
All responses are confidential, and comments will be de-identified in any reports or publications.
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