Author: Michael Lewis

UNGUATOR ASSIST
Table of Contents
Chapter One: Introduction
System Requirements page 4
Unguator Control Panel page 5
Navigations Toolbar page 6
Chapter Two: General Instruction
Chemical Tab page 11
Formula Tab page 12
Patient Tab page 14
Log Tab page 15
Chapter Three: General Information Overview
Current Formula Tab page 18
Formula Tab page 19
Ingredients Tab page 20
Mix Options Tab page 21
Chemicals Tab page 23
Logs Tab page 24
Mix Results Tab page 25
Patients Tab page 26
Prescriptions Tab page 27
Chapter Four: Unguator Control Panel page 29

CHAPTER ONE
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements
To operate the Unguator 2K with greatest capacity and quality, it is recommended that you use an IBM compatible
1.2 GHz Pentium III/AMD K62 computer with 128 MB of RAM and at least 150 MB of disk space for installation. At
minimum you will need an IBM Compatible 350 MHz Pentium II/ AMD K6 Computer with 128 MB of RAM and at least
50 MB of disk space for installation. It is also recommended that you have 1024 x 768 resolution screen with 32-bit
color depth, but at minimum 800 x 600 resolution with at least 256 color SVGA video. You will need one open RS-232
port for communication with the Unguator.
Software Requirements
It is recommended that you have a Windows 2000 or Windows XP operating system with Internet Explorer of 5.5
or higher. At minimum you should have on operating system of Windows 98/ME/2000/XP and an Internet Explorer of
4.01 or higher.
Printer Requirements
For the purpose of this software program, it is required that you use the Avery 5660 or 8160 labels, which are a 30
label sheet. Each label is 1 5/8” x 2 ¾”. Using another type of sheet label is not possible since the software is
configured by position to print for this particular label type.
Installation
The latest version of the Unguator Assist Software can be attained by going to the website,
\http://www.compoundassist.com/unguator/unguator.exe. Click on the link and select the option that will open the
Program from its current location. Whether you install from a disk or the website, the first screen that requires input is
the “Welcome Screen.” You will be required to click on the next button to continue with the installation process. The
following screen allows the user to select the location to install the software to. It is recommended that you press the
next button to use the default location for installation. In the English version, this location will be
“C;\ProgramFiles\Unguator.” Other languages will vary slightly. If you decide to install to an alternative location,
please remember to select the same location when performing an upgrade on the software. After selecting the directory,
you will be ready to start installation. Press the next button to have the Installation Wizard begin copying files onto your
computer. The progress bars will track the process. When installation is complete the program will display “Installation
Complete;” you will press the finish button. After doing so you might be prompted to restart your computer. After
restarting, the Unguator Assist icon should appear in the start menu.

Unguator Control Panel
In the toolbar, your menu options are:
File-
O Exit- Select this option to close the Unguator Control Panel
O Options- Select this to open the options panel for the Unguator Control Panel
Pharmacy Options
On the main menu bar, click on File, and then Options. Here you can input and change
the information for your pharmacy, such as the pharmacy name, address, city, state, zip, phone,
and fax numbers.
Data Location
This points to the area on the operative system where the files for the Unguator 2000 can be
found.
Unguator Options
Here you will find and will be able to change the language. This software will be capable of
handling many different languages. However, the user-entered data will not be translated or
affected by this option.
Communications Port
The Comm or Communications Port is how the Unguator 2000 communicates with the computer.
Only open and valid communications ports will be displayed as options to connect to. Usually
ports 1 and 3 are displayed. Generally, the RS-232 port utilizes the Comm Port 1. Check
with the manufacturer’s specifications and/or the user’s guide for your individual computer
or more information on this option. After plugging the Unguator into the correct RS-232
serial port, turn the Unguator on and wait approximately 10 seconds and then press “GO” to
check for connectivity. The PC and the Unguator screen should match if the connection is
successful.
Help-
About- Gives information pertaining the Unguator Software
Update Unguator- Select this option to download the latest version of the Unguator
Navigation Bar
o First Record-
Click on the First Record image to navigate to the very first record in the currently selected window
Previous Record-
Click on the Previous Record image to navigate to the record previous the current record in the selected window
Next Record-
Click on the Next Record image to navigate to the next record in the currently selected window
Last Record-
Click on the Last Record image to navigate your way to the last record in the currently selected window
Edit
o New Record-
Click on the New Record image to create a new record for the current selected window
Edit Record-
Click on the Edit Record image to allow the current record to be edited in the currently selected window
Delete Record-
Click on the Delete Record image to delete the current record in the currently selected window
Cancel Edit-
Click on the Cancel Edit button to cancel and drop any changes in the current record to be edited
in the currently selected window
Save Record-
Click on the Save Record button to save changes in the current edited record in the currently
selected window
Copy Record-
Click on the Copy Record button to modify the existed record and to save it as a new record
Find
Find is used to initiate a search in the current window, of tab which is selected, when a value is
typed in the search box. There are several options to assist in the search feature and, the Enter key
may be used to initiate the search from inside the entry box.
Search Entry
Enter all or part of the name that is to be searched. You can use the % sign as a wild card.
(Example: Typing an A into the search entry field will return all entries that begin with the letter A;
Adam, Anna, Albuterol. But, if you were to put in the search entry field a % sign with an A, then
you will receive all entries that have an A anywhere in the entry name; Adam, Anna, Albuterol,
Cassie, Mallory). These search features are the same throughout all different search areas.
Formula Search
When you have the formula tab selected, you can search by the name of the formula (default), or
you can search by the NDC number. When searching by the NDC number, it is the same as
searching by the alphabet, if you put a number 1 in the search entry field, all entries beginning
with the number 1 will be recalled. If you are to put a %1 in the search entry field, then all
NDC’s containing a number one anywhere in the sequence will be recalled.
Chemical Search
When you have the chemical tab selected, you can search by the name of the chemical (default),
or you can search also by the NDC number and Lot number.
Patient Search
When you have the patient tab selected, you can search by the name of the patient.
(Last Name, First Name) or by the patient’s telephone number.
Log Search
When the log tab is selected, you can search by the name of the log, the NDC number and
the lot number of the log.
Print-
 Worksheets
Printing a worksheet may be accomplished by pressing the print button, as seen above,
on the toolbar when the appropriate formula is selected. You will be prompted for the quantity
to make in order to generate a worksheet.
Labels
Printing labels may be accomplished by pressing the print button on the toolbar when
the appropriate formula in the log tab is selected. Here you will be prompted for the quantity
of labels you would like to print as well as the starting position on the label sheet you would
like to start the printing.
Reports
o Chemical Report
If you click on the print icon with the chemical tab selected, press report you can print
the list of all the chemicals mixed with the Unguator 2000.
 Log Report
When the Log tab is selected, you can click on the print icon to print a report of the
logs of the formula that is currently selected in the log tab. You will be prompted for a
date span. Enter the appropriate dates that you are inquiring for.
CHAPTER TWO
General Instruction
Step by Step- Tab Instruction
 Chemical Tab
Add Chemical
To add a chemical, click on the “Chemicals” tab to enter the
chemical window. Next, click on the “Add Record” button. The screen contents
will clear. Now you may input new information. Required information includes:
Chemical Name; Unit of Measure; Cost per Unit; and AWP per Unit. Once the
Information has been entered, press the “Save Record” to save the information
to the database.
 Edit Chemical
To edit a chemical, click on the “Chemicals” tab to enter the
chemical window. Next, click on the “Edit Record” button. The screen is now ready
for changes. Required information includes: Chemical Name; Unit of Measure; Cost
per Unit; and AWP per Unit. Once the information has been entered, press the
“Save Record” button to save the information to the database.
*When the chemical tab is in edit mode, the “Chemicals” tab will have an asterisk
(*) preceding the word “Chemicals” . The asterisk will be
removed after the record has been saved.
 Delete Chemical
To delete a chemical, click on the “Chemicals” tab to enter the
chemical window. Next, click on the “Delete Record” button to delete the
current chemical.
PLEASE NOTE: If the current chemical has or is associated with a formula and/or log, then it
can not be deleted. You will be informed of this by a pop-up window, if it cannot be deleted.
 Formula Tab
 Add Formula
To add a formula, click on the “Formulas” tab to enter the formula window.
Next, click on the “Add Record” button. The screen contents will clear and it is ready for you
to input information. Required information includes: Formula Name; Formula Quantity. The
quantity here refers to the original quantity basis of the compound. Once the information has
been entered, press the “Save Record” button to save the information to the database.
 Edit Formula
To edit a formula, click on the “Formulas” tab to enter the formula window.
Next, click on the “Edit Record” button. You should make sure to notice that the formula
tab should now have an asterisk (*) in front of the word “Formulas” to indicate that
the tab is in edit mode. . The screen is now ready to make changes to the current formula.
Required information includes: Formula Name; Formula Quantity. Once the information has
been changed, press the “Save Record” button to save the information to the
database. PLEASE NOTE: Fields that are grayed out are not able to be changed.
 Delete Formula
To delete a formula, click on the “Formulas” tab to enter the formula
window. Next, click on the “Delete Record” image to delete the formula.
 Add Ingredient
To add ingredients to a formula, the “Formulas” tab must first be selected.
Next you must click on the “Edit Record” button to make “Formulas” tab in edit mode. Now,
you must select the ingredients tab at the top to add or remove ingredients. Click on the
“Add” button to add an ingredient to the formula. You will be prompted to use the
drug lookup feature to choose the chemical. After a chemical has been selected, you will be
prompted to input the quantity of that chemical. This quantity can be changed at anytime, once
it has been added.
REMEMBER: Any changes made here will not be reflected in an existing log instance
of the current formula.
 Remove Ingredient
To remove ingredients from a formula, the “Formulas” tab must be
selected and must be in edit mode. To select the chemical to be removed, first click on
the ingredients tab . Select the chemical in the ingredients grid and click
on the button that says “Remove” . You will be prompted to confirm the
deletion of the chemical. REMEMBER: Any changes made here will not be reflected in
an existing log instance of the current formula.
 Mix Options
To modify mix options in a formula, the formula must first be in edit mode. PLEASE
NOTE: You must select formula type and jar size before the formula can be mixed. If
the default mix settings are suitable for the desired mix then no further information
is required.
*If a default mix is not suitable, the manual settings may be used to customize the
mixing process.
 Mix Formula
There are two ways to prepare a formula for mixing:
First, click on the “Formulas” tab to enter the formula window. Once the correct formula
has been selected, press the “Make Formula” button to send the formula to the Unguator.
Second, click on the “Current Formula” tab to enter the formula window. You will
be prompted to enter the quantity to be made. The jar size will be automatically selected according
to the quantity selected. However, the jar size may be modified to ensure that the jar size selected matches
that on the Unguator. When the formula is selected to be made, it will become the current formula. The
formula will then be transferred to the Unguator side of the control panel. At this time, you will need to press
the “Execute” button to start the mixing process. Follow the instructions displayed on the control panel
screen. Generally, the execute button will be followed by pressing the “OK” button.
*When the mix is complete, you will be prompted to log the formula.
o Patient Tab
 Add Patient
To add a patient, click on the “Patients” tab to enter the patient window. Next, click on
the “New Record” button. The screen contents ill clear and it is ready now for you to input information. Required information includes: Patient Name. Once the information has been entered, press the “Save Record” button to save the information to the database.
 Edit Patient
To edit a patient, click on the “Patients” tab to enter the patient window. Next, click on the
“Edit Record” button. The screen is ready for changes. Required information includes: Patient Name. Once the information has been entered, press the “Save Record” button to save the information to the database.
 Delete Patient
To delete a patient, click on the “Patients” tab to enter the patient window.
Next, click on the “Delete Record” button to delete the current patient.
 Add Prescription
To add prescriptions to a patient, the patient must be pulled up in the patient tab and
it must be in edit mode. Press the “Add” button to add prescriptions to a patient. You
will be prompted to search for a log.
 Delete Prescription
To remove a prescription from a patient, the patient must first be pulled up in the
patient tab and must be in edit mode. Select the prescription to be removed by clicking on the prescription
in the RX grid. Then press the “Delete RX” button. You will be prompted to confirm
the deletion.
Logs Tab
 Add Log
*There are several ways that a log may be generated all of which require the Unguator
to perform a mixing sequence.
First, the most common way to create a log instance of a formula is to select a formula
to be mixed from the existing formulas. The name of the formula will be displayed when
the mix is complete.
Second, a formula may be mixed using the buttons in the program. These buttons
operate the Unguator just as it is operated on the machine. When the mix concludes,
you will be prompted to enter the quantity and name of the formula that was mixed.
Last, a formula may be mixed by having the software program closed. You can
manually run a mix by choosing your options and following the directions on the
main screen of the Unguator machine. After the mix has run, you can log it by opening up
the software program and clicking on the “Get Last ID” button. You will be prompted
to enter the name and quantity of the formula that was mixed. The lot will automatically
be generated by the Unguator. To successfully log this formula the program will require two sets of initials.
Edit Log
To edit a log, click on the “Logs” tab to enter the log window. Next, click on the “Edit
Record” button. The screen is ready for changes. You will also notice that when the log
is in edit mode there will be an asterisk (*) next to the word “Logs” on the tab.
Required information includes: Formula Name; Formula Quantity. Once the information has
been entered, press the “Save Record” button to save the information to the database.
PLEASE NOTE: Fields that are grayed out are not able to be edited.
Delete Log
To delete a log, click on the “Logs” tab to enter the log window. Next, click on the
“Delete Record” button to delete the current log. If the current log has been associated
with a patient, it cannot be deleted. You will be informed by a pop-up window when the log cannot be deleted.
CHAPTER THREE
General Information:
An Overview
The Current Formula Tab:
Formula Name- Name of the current formula.
Formula Type- The type of the current formula.
Jar Size- Jar size to be used in mixing the current formula.
Ingredients Grid- Ingredients necessary to make the current formula.
Name of Chemical- Name of the chemical to be used in mixing of the current formula.
NDC- NDC of the chemical to be used in the mixing of the current formula.
Quantity- Quantity of chemicals to reflect what is used in the current formula.
Lot Number- Lot number to reflect what is used in the current formula.
QS- Quantity Sufficient; check for yes, blank for no.
Mix Notes- Directions to make the current formula.
 The Formula Tab:
General- Contains generalized information about each formula. PLEASE NOTE: Only one formula
can be viewed at a time.
Formula Name- The formula name is searchable
using the toolbar feature.
Formula Type- Use the dropdown menu to specify which mixing option the formula will use.
Jar Size- Use the dropdown to specify which the formula will use.
Strength- The strength of the formula.
Quantity- Quantity of the formula or chemicals in the formula.
Units- Unit of measurement for the formula.
NDC- The formula NDC; is searchable using the toolbar feature.
Cost- The cost of the formula, derived directly from ingredients. Can be modified using the chemical window to set the cost per unit of each chemical. Changes made will show immediately.
AWP- The AWP or price field will reflect changes made in ingredients grid and will show immediately.
Description- Description of formula to be made.
Mix Notes- Directions to make the current formula.
The Ingredients Tab:
General- This tab displays formula chemical contents. Here you may change the chemical makeup of a formula by adding, deleting, or modifying chemicals and their quantities.
Add Button- While in edit mode, you can click the “Add” button to add a chemical to the formula. You will be prompted to enter all or part of the chemical name and amount.
Remove Button- While in edit mode, clicking the “Remove” button can be used to remove a chemical from the formula.
The Ingredients Grid:
Name- Name of the chemical.
Units- Units of measure of the chemical.
Quantity- Quantity of chemical.
Q/S- Quantity sufficient; check for yes, blank for no.
Active- Denotes whether or not a chemical is the
active ingredient in a formula; check for yes, blank for no.
The Mix Options Tab:
General- If a standard mix does not suit the needs of the formula being mad, than you may do a custom mix by selecting “Manual” in the formula type field on the “General” tab of the “Formula” tab.
PLEASE NOTE: Mix options are ONLY available when “Manual” is selected as the formula type.
PreGrind- The pre-grind setting allows for 1 to 16 different preset functions to be selected for a mix. These will be unused unless at least one manual function is set. Typing a zero in this box will specify that no pre-grind is required.
Free Spin- The free spin setting allows for 1 to 16 preset functions to be selected for a mix. These settings are unused unless at least one manual function is set. The default setting is 1 and the free spin must be run with every mix.
Add Mix Button- The “Add Mix” button will add a manual mix setting to the grid. These settings will be verified before it is added.
Delete Mix Button- The “Delete Mix” button will delete a manual mix
setting from the grid. These settings will be verified before it is removed.
The 16 Manual Options Grid:
Lift RPM- Specifies the speed at which the arm moves up and down. (Min RPM- 24, Max RPM-2880)
Mix RPM- Specifies the speed at which the mixing blade
Min RPM- 12; Max RPM per jar size-
15-30mL- 2500 Max RPM
50-200mL- 2300 Max RPM
300-500 mL- 2100 Max RPM
1000 mL- 2000 Max RPM
Time- Mix time specifies the length of time that the current dataset will run. If cycles are not set
to a value of zero, then the time value will not be used. (Min time- 00:00:00, Max time- 08:30:00)
Cycles- Specifies the number of up/down cycles that the current dataset will run. If the mix time is
NOT set to a value of zero, then the cycles should not be used. (Min cycles- 0; Max cycles- 256)
The Chemicals Tab:
General- The chemical window displays generalized information about each user defined chemical to be
used in a formula. Only one chemical can be used at a time. To change the chemical, use the navigation
tool bar and the search feature. The grayed out fields are not able to be changed.
Chemical Name- It is searchable by using the search feature on the navigation toolbar.
NDC- Used for reference only. It is searchable by using the search feature on the navigation toolbar.
Unit of Measure- Used to specify the base cost and AWP on a common measurement.
Chemical Form- The chemical form is an informational field for reference only.
Lot Number- The lot number of a chemical is used for reference only. The lot number is searchable by using the search feature on the toolbar.
Supplier- The supplier of a chemical is for reference only.
Cost per Unit- This is based on the pharmacy’s cost for one unit of the selected chemical. Refer to the unit of measure for the unit specified to derive the cost.
AWP per Unit- This is based on the pharmacy’s price for one unit of that chemical. Refer to the unit of
measure for the unit specified to derive the cost.
Notes- Notes of a chemical are used for reference only.
The Logs Tab:
General- In the log window, only one chemical can be viewed at a time. To change the log, use the navigation
and search tools on the navigation toolbar. The grayed out fields are unable to be changed. The log is
an instance of history for a formula mix. Many of the fields are not editable for that reason. Any and all changes
should be made in the “Current Formula” window before it is logged and mixed.
Formula Name- The log name is searchable using the search feature on the navigation toolbar.
Strength- The strength of the formula being logged.
Quantity- The quantity of the formula being logged.
Units- The unit of measurement for the formula being logged.
NDC- The NDC for the formula; can be searched for using the search feature on the toolbar.
Lot Number- The lot number is comprised of the identification number used by the Unguator
2000 combined with the preparation number that the Unguator 2000 assigns. The lot number
is searchable using the search feature on the toolbar.
Cost- Cost of the formula being logged.
AWP- Actual wholesale price of the formula being logged.
Logged- Initials of pharmacist who is logging the formula. (editable field)
Verified- Initials of pharmacist who verifies the logging of the formula. (editable field)
Log Notes- Notes of the log process for the formula being logged. (editable field)
The Ingredients Grid:
The log ingredients grid displays the ingredients used in this formula instance. These fields are for display only and are not editable and will remain unchanged, except for chemical name, by any chemical changes after mixing.
The Mix Options:
The mix options displayed here will show the settings used in the mixing of the current instance of the formula. These fields are for display only and are not editable.
The Mix Results:
This information is generated by the Unguator and is used for referencing the results of a mix. These fields are for display only and are not editable.
o Formula Type- Displays the formula type that was used in making the log entry.
o Jar Size- Displays jar size that was used in making the log entry.
o Mix ID- Displays the identity number generated by the Unguator after mixing the log entry.
o Preparation Number- Displays preparation number generated by the Unguator after mixing this log entry.
o Number of Additional Pre-Grind Cycles- Displays the number of pre-grind cycles while mixing the log entry.
A (Without Interruption), U (With Interruption)- Displays information whether the mix was interrupted or
not during the mixing of the log entry.
O Total Mixing Motor Revolutions- Displays the number of revolutions performed while mixing the log
entry.
o Hardware Version- Displays the version number that was used in the mixing of the log entry.
The Patients Tab:
General- The “Patients” window displays general information about each patient. Only one patient may be viewed at a time. To change the current patient in the window, refer to the navigation and search tool on the navigation toolbar. Required fields are First Name and Last Name.
First Name- First name of patient. (Required)
Last Name- Last name of patient. (Required)
Address 1- First line of patient address.
 Address 2- Second line of patient address.
 City- City of patient address.
 State- State of patient address.
 Zip Code- Zip code of patient address.
 Birth date- Birth date of patient.
 Country- Country of patient residence.
 Phone- Phone number of patient.
 Fax- Fax number of patient.
 Notes- Notes about patient profile.
 The Prescriptions Tab:
Add Button- While in edit mode, you may click on the “Add” button to add a prescription to the prescription
grid. You will be prompted to enter all or part of the formula name. Only formulas that have been logged may
be entered for prescriptions. After selecting a log entry, you must enter the quantity dispensed and an
optional consult.
Delete Button- While in edit mode, you may click on the “Delete” button to remove a prescription from
the patient.
The Prescriptions Grid:
The prescriptions grid contains information about each log entry that has been associated with a
patient. Please notice that the placement of these fields are in gray, corresponds to where the information
is below in white in the grid.
o Name- Formula name
 Strength- Strength of formula
 Quantity- Quantity dispensed
 Cost- Cost of prescription
 Price- Price of prescription
 Lot- Lot number of formula
 Log Date- Date of Log
 RX Date- Date of prescription
 Consult- Notes for patient; directions for
prescription
 Doctor- Name of Doctor
Unguator Control Panel-
Go- The “GO” button is used to connect the PC and the Unguator. When pressed, two audible beeps should be emitted from the Unguator 2000. The machine will be reset and should take approximately 15 seconds to boot up.
Stop- The “STOP” button is used to disconnect the PC and the Unguator. It should be used when manual control is needed from the Unguator front panel. It is not necessary to press the “STOP” button before closing the Unguator Control Panel.
Reset- The “RESET” button should be used if a problem occurs in the communication between the PC and the Unguator. If the screens are not synchronized the “RESET” button will reset the functions.
OK- The “OK” button confirms a selection.
Plus- The “Plus” button is used to navigate through a manually selected mix.
Minus- The “Minus” button is used to navigate through a manually selected mix.
Escape- The “Escape” button is used to cancel a selection of a mix.
Execute- The “Execute” button starts the mixing process for the formula selected.

Unguator Assist is a product of RS Software.
Unguator 2K is a product of
Gako International.
To contact RS Software toll free call
877.290.7774
2004

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