Title: Repackage finished dosage forms for dispensing.
Course: Pharmacy Technician II (14152-II) > Section: Maintaining Medication and Inventory Control Systems

Repackaging should include the following:

- Labeling the product for dispensing
- Selecting the type of container
- Determining the expiration date
- Adhering to storage requirements
- Using resources to determine repackaging standards (e.g., USP-NF)
- Documenting repackaging

See ASHP 3.1, 4.8.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How are expiration dates determined for repackaged medications?
- Why are there special container requirements for certain medications?
- What are the central issues surrounding the storage requirements of repackaged medications?
- What resources contain information about repackaging requirements?
- How many medications should be repackaged at a time?