Topic Description : Guidelines for sterile compounding, such as USP , vary in the level of prescriptive details for critical tasks like aseptic technique, cleaning, and disinfection. When the details are not clear enough to establish a standard operating procedure, users often turn to industry associations, manufacturers, and colleagues for help. This presentation will cover the regulatory, theoretical, and practical perspectives on several key topics, including the management of sterilized supplies, and techniques for cleaning and disinfection.