Routes of Administration Codes?
Step-by-step guide for setting up and managing Routes of Administration codes in SiCompounding.
Overview
Routes of Administration (ROA) define the method by which a medication is administered to a patient. These codes are sourced from the FDA and are required when creating a new prescription. They ensure proper prescription labeling and regulatory compliance.
For detailed information about FDA routes of administration, visit: FDA Structured Product Labeling Resources
Navigation Path
Settings → Codes and Classifications → Routes of Administration
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Open FileMaker Pro
- Click the FileMaker Pro icon on your computer to launch FileMaker.
2. Access SiCompounding
- When FileMaker opens, locate the large menu bar on the left side of the window.
- Click SiCompounding (near the top of the menu).
3. Open the Pharmacy Dashboard
- In the next window, several icons will appear across the middle of the screen.
- Click Pharmacy to open the Pharmacy Dashboard.
4. Open Settings
- From the blue sidebar menu on the left side:
- Scroll to the bottom.
- Select Settings.
5. Navigate to Codes and Classifications
- Under General Settings, select Codes and Classifications.
- This section allows you to input and manage standard codes for prescription orders.
6. Select Routes of Administration
- From the popup list, select Routes of Administration.
- The Codes — Routes of Administration window opens, displaying a complete list of codes for each route.
Routes of Administration Window Fields
The Codes — Routes of Administration window displays the following columns:
| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| Code | Unique code identifier for the Route of Administration |
| Route | The method by which the medication is administered |
| Route Label For Prescription | Directions text to display on the prescription label |
| Status | Set to Active or Inactive |
Searching Routes of Administration
- Use the Search bar located in the upper right corner of the window.
- Search by Code or Route name.
- Press Enter/Return to display your search results.
Managing Route Status
In the Codes — Routes of Administration window, you can modify the status of each route:
- Active – The route is available for selection when creating new prescriptions.
- Inactive – The route is hidden from prescription options.
Toggle the Status field for each route as needed to control availability.
About Pharmacy Settings
Important: The Pharmacy Settings module contains all templates and default configurations and must be completed before using other areas of SiCompounding.
Within Pharmacy Settings, you have the ability to manage:
- Product Settings – Configure pharmacy products
- Facility Areas – Define physical pharmacy spaces
- Equipment – Manage pharmacy equipment
- Workflows – Set up operational workflows
- Costs and Fees – Configure pricing structures
- Lab Work – Manage laboratory operations
- COM Templates – Create compound order templates
- Notifications – Set up system notifications
- Integrations – Configure third-party integrations
- Automations – Access and review automation logs
Best Practices
- Ensure all Routes of Administration are properly configured and status-managed before staff begins creating prescriptions.
- Regularly review and update routes to maintain compliance with current FDA guidelines.
- Coordinate with your pharmacy team to ensure consistency in route selection and prescription labeling.