Utilizing an ISO Class 5 Cleanroom for IV bags and medication preparation aids in preventing medication contamination and can help protect patient safety. In the Dominican Republic, the Dominican Foundation for Mothers and Infants has installed three 40” IV Hoods or Portable Clean Rooms in the NICU of three different hospitals to improve their IV… Learn More
Category: IV Bag Preparation
Content centered around IV Bag Preparation applications and what Sentry Air offers to mitigate spills, fumes, and particulate problems.
USP 797 Guidelines for IV Bag Preparation
The official date for USP 797 is steadily approaching. The latest revision of guidelines defines proper sterile compounding procedures for CSP’s (compounded sterile preparations) including injections, infusions, and IV bags. By November 1, 2023 applicable facilities must follow all guidelines in order to preserve medication quality. USP 797 sterile compounding rules applies to hospitals, other… Learn More
Best Practices for Advance Spiking of IV Bags
To protect the safety of the patient, the Joint Commission and United States Pharmacopeia (USP) advise to always spike IV bags in an ISO Class 5 Cleanroom environment. Following best practices for advance spiking of IV bags helps prevent microbial growth, safeguard the health of the patient, and preserve the beyond-use date (BUD), expiration date,… Learn More