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Cleanroom Reality Check: Training vs. Competency
Across dozens of surveys, we find that compounding pharmacies seeking or renewing PCAB (Compounding Pharmacy) Accreditation often use the terms “training” and “competency” interchangeably…
Understanding the ‘Designated Person’ in USP Compliance
Failing to formally name a “designated person” (DP) is one of the most frequently cited deficiencies for compounding pharmacies. As of November…
DSCSA: Safeguarding the Drug Supply Chain
The Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) was enacted by Congress in 2013 as Title II of the Drug Quality and…
PCAB Survey Data Reveal Progress, Gaps
Recent PCAB (Compounding Pharmacy) Accreditation survey data show meaningful improvement but also highlight opportunities for continued growth. The latest Quality Review edition…
Meet the Team: Jeffrey Reses, R.Ph., HDDP
Jeffrey Reses, R.Ph., HDDP, has been with ACHC since 2011, first as a surveyor and now as a Senior Pharmacy Clinical Liaison. He has over 43 years…
Consumer Advertising and Compounded Medications
The increasing prevalence of direct-to-consumer (DTC) advertising that creates demand for ancillary or “off-label” uses of medications makes PCAB accreditation a crucial factor…