Compounder's International Academy (IACP)

The International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists (IACP) supports pharmacists who specialize in compounding personalized medications. This professional association advances the practice by offering resources, education, and tools to ensure precise preparation of customized prescriptions. Members create tailored solutions using active pharmaceutical ingredients to meet individual patient needs when standard drugs fall short.

IACP focuses on standards like those from the United States Pharmacopeia to guide compounding practices. They provide assessment tools such as the Compounding Pharmacy Assessment Questionnaire to evaluate pharmacies for regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and testing. This measured approach helps practitioners select reliable sources for compounded medications during shortages.

Through advocacy and collaboration, IACP promotes sustainable access to optimized pharmaceutical care. Their work emphasizes integrated professional relationships between compounders, hospitals, and prescribers. This enables strategic responses to healthcare challenges with evidence-informed customization.