Safe Use of Pharmacy Isolators

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• Utilize appropriate hand washing and gowning techniques to minimize bacterial contamination.
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• Wipers and mops made of polyester knit fabrics are recommended for cleaning  and disinfection as they do  not lint or shed.
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• Wipe in one direction and systematically, from cleanest to least clean regions.
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• Do not carry out any cleaning, sanitizing, disinfection or sterilization processes while compounding activities are in progress.

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• Only use a negative pressure isolator.
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• Use a disposable gown made of nonlinting and  nonabsorbent material.
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• Use two pairs of powder-free, disposable chemotherapy gloves, with the outer one covering the gown cuff.
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• Wash hands before donning personal protective  clothing and after removing it.
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• Clean up spills of hazardous drugs immediately.
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• Observe all OSHA, NIOSH, COSHH and/or local safety regulations.

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