Take Part in Reviewing National Certification Board Exam Questions

April 2016

You'll see changes regarding national pharmacy tech certification.

The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) has new continuing education requirements that are effective as of Jan 1, 2016.

Now you can only satisfy 10 of your 20 CE hours by using relevant college courses for renewal.

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Table of Contents

Dosage Forms Clarify Rxs that Don't Specify a Dosage Form
Insulin Look for the Aqua and White Packaging on Humulin R U-500 KwikPen
Certification Take Part in Reviewing National Certification Board Exam Questions
Supplements Apply a "Mix With Water" Label to Liquid Potassium Chloride Rxs
Opioids Avoid Mistaking Methylin for Methadone
Hepatitis C Dispense Zepatier Tabs in Their Original Blister Pack
Veterinary Medicine Don't Confuse the Abbreviation "SID" for "QID"
Pumps Dispense Rapid-Acting Insulin for Most Patients With an Insulin Pump
Testosterone Expect to Fill More Topical Testosterone Rxs Than Injectables
Respiratory & Allergy Don't Be Surprised to See Formularies Drop Rhinocort
PPIs Stay Alert for Patients With Discharge Orders for PPIs
Bites & Stings Help Steer Patients Away From Insect Repellents Containing Sunscreen