Which of the Following Statements Is(are) True Concerning Beyond-Use Dating

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is(are) true concerning beyond-use dating of compounded non-sterile products?

• A) The BUD of the final compound cannot exceed the expiration date of any of the separate components.
• B) No non-sterile compounded product can be assigned a BUD longer than 6 months unless documented in the literature.
• C) A topical formulation containing water has a 30-day maximum BUD unless documented in the literature.
• D) All of the above statements are true.

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Definitions:

Catabolic Pathways

Biochemical routes within organisms that break down molecules into smaller units, releasing energy in the process.

Dietary Nutrients

Substances derived from food that are essential for health and growth, including vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

ATP

Adenosine triphosphate, a universal energy carrier molecule used by cells to store and transfer energy.

Oxidative Phosphorylation

A process occurring in mitochondria that uses oxygen and high-energy electrons to produce ATP and water.