Don’t Let the Pneumatic Tube System Shake You Up

July 2025

You can help make sure all meds with certain characteristics are included when updating your “do not tube” list.

Meds that could be harmed. Don’t tube meds labeled “Do not shake.”

Shaking during transport can deactivate some protein-based meds or emulsions...but check the package insert for exceptions.

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Table of Contents

Antibiotics Be Aware of Nuances With Preparing Ceftobiprole
Heat Stroke Maintain Your Cool When Helping Treat Heat Stroke in the ED
Practice Keep Noncontrolled Med Diversion on Your Radar
Pharmacy Technicians Position Yourself for Expanding Pharmacy Technician Roles
Med Administration Don’t Let the Pneumatic Tube System Shake You Up
Allergic Reactions Ask About and Document Alpha-Gal Allergies
Hospital Practice Drive Home the Importance of Home Med Best Practices
Restless Legs Stay in Step With Treatments for Restless Legs Syndrome