c. Seek assistance whenever you are unsure of the procedures that should be
used to compound a product. Pharmacists and experienced pharmacy technicians can
frequently provide guidance on tried and tested compounding methods.
1--Glass mortar and pestle
11--Pestle
2--Test tube for forceps
12--Conical graduate
3--Medicine dropper
13--Cylindrical graduate
4--Pill tile/ointment slab
14--Beaker
5--Metal spatula
15--Ring stand with base
6--Rubber spatula
16--Bunsen burner
7--Beakers
17--Flask
8--Flask
18--Water bath
9--Graduated cylinder
19--Water bath
10--Porcelain mortar
20--Tripod
Figure 1-1. Commonly used compounding equipment.
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