Is it acceptable to compound a CSP for a patient who has been discharged?

Compounding a CSP (Compounded Sterile Preparation) for a patient who has been discharged is not acceptable, as it does not conform to the standards established by USP 797. This regulation emphasizes that immediate-use compounded preparations should only be for patients who are present at the facility at the time of compounding and require urgent doses that cannot be delayed.

When a patient is discharged, they are no longer available for immediate administration, and thus the compound preparation does not meet the criteria for immediate-use compounding. The primary intent of these regulations is to ensure patient safety and sterility, projecting that any compounding should involve a confirmed patient need and immediate usage within the controlled environment of the healthcare facility.

This guideline helps to mitigate risks such as contamination and degradation, which could occur if the compounded preparation is not administered immediately. Therefore, compounding a CSP for a discharged patient falls outside the boundaries of immediate-use compounding and is not appropriate under USP 797 regulations.