we have a 10% rule in our hospital, so we do pull out alot of times. anything you put in
that is 10% of the volume of the bag comes out. we do have alot of complaining but it
does not help.

Name of Facility: Avera McKennan Hospital

City, State: Sioux Falls, SD

We buy ours compounded from C.A.P.S.. They now have a 45 day UN-refrigerated expiration. they cost around $10.00 per bag and are worth every penny!

Name of Facility: Good Samaritan Hospital

City, State: Puyallup, WA

What is C.A.P.S. and do they only come in D5?

Name of Facility: Provena St. Mary's Hospital

City, State: Kankakee, IL

This is from their website:
About Central Admixture Pharmacy Services (CAPS)
Founded in 1991, Central Admixture Pharmacy Se rvices (CAPS) is a network of state-licensed, FDA-registered pharmacies providing service to over 500 hospitals and home care customers. From its nationwide locations, CAPS pharmacies operate 365 days a year to admix, dispense, and deliver labeled, patient specific, and anticipatory IV prescriptions. CAPS is a registered trademark of Central Admixture Pharmacy Services, Inc. CAPS is a subsidiary of B. Braun Medical Inc.

Name of Facility: Pharmacy Purchasing Outlook

City, State: San Siego, CA

Years as a Buyer: 30+ (retired)