Reduction of oral liquid controlled drugs discrepancy in day-to-day practice.
Shalini MohanasundaramPaul RutterAndrew FoxKelly WoodMarta RoldoPublished in: The International journal of pharmacy practice (2021)
The findings of this study support the following recommendations. Hospital pharmacy departments should provide oxycodone and other CD liquid formulation bottles pre-fitted with a bung and make sure personnel use enteral syringes that are compatible with the chosen adaptor and of the most appropriate size for the intended dose. Stock checks should be limited to the minimum required by law or local policy.