When should equipment used in non-sterile compounding be cleaned with antiseptic?

Cleaning equipment used in non-sterile compounding with antiseptic after compounding is essential for several reasons. This practice helps to eliminate any residual contaminants that may remain on surfaces and equipment used during the compounding process. Non-sterile compounding involves handling various substances that could introduce microbial contamination, and cleaning afterward reduces the risk of cross-contamination and ensures a safe environment for future compounding activities.

Additionally, while cleaning before compounding is important, it does not address any potential contamination that could have occurred during the actual process. Equipment also does not need to be continuously sanitized during compounding unless there is a specific reason to do so, such as switching between products, which is addressed by a different cleaning protocol. Therefore, performing a thorough cleaning with antiseptic after the compounding process concludes is the best practice for maintaining a safe and compliant compounding area.