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Hazardous Drug Handling

Meaning

Hazardous Drug Handling refers to the stringent protocols and engineering controls mandated to protect healthcare personnel and the environment from occupational exposure to drugs that pose a risk of causing adverse health effects, such as carcinogenicity, genotoxicity, or reproductive toxicity. This includes a variety of potent medications, notably many antineoplastic agents and certain hormonal compounds like high-dose estrogens and androgens. Compliance with established standards, such as USP General Chapter , is non-negotiable for ensuring a safe working environment in pharmacies and clinical settings.