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BD Cato

Medication Workflow Solutions.

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Overview

BD Cato is a comprehensive software and hardware solution designed to manage the entire process of preparing and administering IV medications, with a strong focus on hazardous drugs like chemotherapy. It goes beyond simple workflow management to include prescribing, pharmacy verification, preparation guidance with gravimetric checks, and administration documentation. The system is built around safety, aiming to protect both the patient and the healthcare worker.

✨ Key Features

  • Prescriber order entry and verification
  • Gravimetric and barcode-based dose verification
  • Step-by-step guidance for drug preparation
  • Closed-system drug transfer integration
  • Comprehensive documentation and reporting
  • Supports compliance with USP <800>

🎯 Key Differentiators

  • Covers the entire medication use process from prescribing to administration
  • Strong focus and expertise in oncology and hazardous drug handling
  • Integration with BD's other medication management and safety products

Unique Value: Provides an end-to-end, safety-engineered solution for the high-risk process of hazardous drug compounding and administration, protecting both patients and staff.

🎯 Use Cases (4)

Managing a hospital's oncology pharmacy Preparing and verifying chemotherapy doses Ensuring safe handling of hazardous drugs Creating a closed-loop medication process from prescribing to administration

✅ Best For

  • Preventing errors in complex chemotherapy regimens
  • Improving compliance with hazardous drug handling guidelines (USP <800>)
  • Creating a fully electronic record of IV medication preparation

💡 Check With Vendor

Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:

  • Non-sterile compounding in a retail pharmacy
  • Low-volume IV admixture services

🏆 Alternatives

DoseEdge (Baxter) Omnicell i.v.STARS Grifols PharmacyKeeper

Offers a more holistic workflow that includes prescribing and administration, not just pharmacy preparation, making it a more complete solution for oncology.

💻 Platforms

Desktop

🔌 Integrations

EHR/HIS Systems Pharmacy Information Systems Oncology Information Systems

🛟 Support Options

  • ✓ Email Support
  • ✓ Phone Support
  • ✓ Dedicated Support (All tier)

🔒 Compliance & Security

✓ HIPAA ✓ BAA Available ✓ GDPR ✓ SSO ✓ CE-marked ✓ Designed to support USP <797> and <800>

💰 Pricing

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