The record of a compounded product should be approved by whom?

The record of a compounded product should be approved by the pharmacist who prepared the compound because this pharmacist holds the necessary credentials and expertise to ensure that the compounded product meets all legal, regulatory, and safety standards. Pharmacists are trained to understand compounding practices, including calculations, techniques, and the stability of compounded formulations. Their approval indicates that the compounded product has been created according to established protocols and that quality standards have been met, which is critical to ensuring patient safety and efficacy of the medication.

Pharmacy technicians, store managers, and interns, while valuable members of the pharmacy team, do not possess the same level of specialized training and responsibility regarding compounding oversight as a licensed pharmacist. Therefore, only the pharmacist who actually prepared the compound has the authority and responsibility to validate the compounding record. This system fosters accountability and assures that patient protection is prioritized in the compounding process.