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Fagron’s all-in-one omeprazole suspension
compounding kit – It is that easy!
The challenge1
Emma (2 years old) is frequently spitting
up and crying after feeding. Her parents
notice weight loss. After consultation with
her pediatrician, Emma is diagnosed with
gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Emma’s pediatrician wants to treat her with
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preparations are not readily available.
Fagron’s innovative compounding solution
A simple process of adding the pre-weighed
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With focus on patient, prescriber and
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Fagron’s all-in-one kit ofers the pharmacist a
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patients like Emma.
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Omeprazole + SyrSpend® SF Cherry Alka Kit
1 Hypothetical case study.
2 Whaley PA, Voudrie MA, Sorenson B. Stability of Omeprazole in SyrSpend® SF Alka (reconstituted).
International Journal of Pharmaceutical Compounding. 2012; 16(2): p. 164-166.
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DOES YOUR PHARMACY
HAVE A BOARD CERTIFIED
GERIATRIC PHARMACIST?
Only one credential has been established to recognize pharmacists
with expertise in the care of older adults and the provision of
medication therapy management services to geriatric patients—
the Certified Geriatric Pharmacist (CGP), administered by the
Commission for Certification in Geriatric Pharmacy.
BECOME A CERTIFIED GERIATRIC PHARMACIST
The CGP credential is ideal for the pharmacist who serves older
adults, regardless of practice setting.
Hospitals need CGPs because:
• The population is growing older.
• Medicare reimbursement changes require more geriatric
expertise.
• Growing numbers of hospitals are establishing geriatric teams.
• A recent review and meta-analysis has demonstrated the value
of pharmacists on geriatric teams.
More details are available at: www.ccgp.org/hospital