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Contamination Risks

Meaning

The potential for a pharmaceutical product, preparation, or clinical environment to become impure or harmful through the introduction of undesirable biological, chemical, or physical agents. In the context of sterile compounding, this specifically refers to the hazard of introducing microbes, foreign particulate matter, or incorrect active pharmaceutical ingredients into a final preparation. Minimizing these risks is a critical component of patient safety and regulatory compliance. Contamination risks necessitate stringent quality control measures throughout the manufacturing and dispensing process.