 Headline News
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Improving safety of TPNs: Applying new FDA rules
In a step toward making the administration of total parenteral nutrition (TPN) formulations safer, the FDA has published new labeling requirements for large volume parenterals, small volume parenterals, and pharmacy bulk packages. In this interview with Gordon S. Sacks, Pharm.D., BCNSP, the key message for pharmacists is to "be aware that many of these products are contaminated with aluminum," and to become actively involved in ensuring that they are administered safely within their facilities.
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TPN Tools and Tables
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How to calculate aluminum load
Al content in mcg/l converted to mcg/ml X volume used in ml = total Al content for each component .
Add the components for the total Al infused.
Divide by body weight for mcg/kg/day. Source: Gordon L. Klein
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: What is the aluminum content for M.V.I.® -12 to be placed on the immediate container label?
A:
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Container Package |
Aluminum content (mcg/L) |
Aluminum content (mcg/10 ml) |
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Unit Vial |
78 |
0.78 |
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Single Dose Vial |
183 |
1.83 |
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Multi-Dose Vial |
43 |
0.43 | |
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