Recommendations

Prefilled syringes have multiple advantages, and their purchase and use should be promoted.

Purchase ready-to-administer products wherever possible. Prefilled syringes have the following advantages: reduction in labelling errors; reduction in bacterial contamination; potential for tamper-evidence; and potential for medication recognition mechanisms.

Routine provider-prepared medications should be discontinued whenever possible.

Standardized pre-prepared medication kits by case type should be used whenever possible.