Using the Compounder
Operator Manual for the Baxter ExactaMix 2400 Compounder
53007410 Rev. C Page 75
USING THE COMPOUNDER
After you finish setting up the compounder, you are ready to load formulas and fulfill orders.
LOADING THE FORMULA
There are several methods for loading a formula onto the compounder. They are:
• Automatically loading a formula by scanning a barcode to retrieve the .PAT/.FRM file
(recommended)
• Automatically loading a formula by scanning the 2D formula barcode containing the
formula details.
• Manually entering a formula through direct entry
• Manually selecting a saved formula
Tip! Baxter strongly recommends loading a formula by scanning a barcode, and using the
manual entry or selection methods only when the barcode method fails. If the network
connection to the order-entry computer fails, you can still load a formula by scanning a
barcode. For instructions, refer to Loading a Formula by Connecting a USB Drive on Page 207.
NOTE: To enable barcode scanning (and, if desired, to require it for loading formulas), refer to
Barcode Reader on Page 120.
Loading a Formula by Scanning a Barcode
Most facilities use this method.
IMPORTANT! This method requires:
• Order-entry software on a separate computer. This software must be able to produce
both a .PAT/.FRM file and a corresponding label / report with a barcode. Both the
.PAT/.FRM file and barcode must be compatible with the compounder.
Alternatively, the software must also be able to produce a formula label, containing the
formula details in the 2D barcode and the 2D formula barcode must also be compatible
with the compounder. Baxter Abacus® TPN Calculation Software meets these
requirements. For more information, contact Baxter Technical Services. Refer to Getting
Help on Page 22.
• Network connection between the order-entry computer and the compounder
• Barcode reader at the compounder
The pharmacist creates an order in the order-entry software, which creates a .PAT/.FRM file
that contains the patient information and the formula. A corresponding label with a barcode
also prints at the same time. Alternatively, the order-entry software creates and prints a 2D
Formula Barcode label which directly contains the patient information and the formula.
Typically, a technician applies this label to a new patient bag and brings the bag to the
compounder. However, this process depends on your facility’s protocol.
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