• How to open a Container:
    • You can open a new container on a new log entry for that drug.


You can also open a container under “Manage Containers”

  • Select Manage Inventory
  • Choose Manage Containers
  • Now select View Details
  • You will then choose Edit
  • Now you can change the Container Status 


  • Unopened is a brand-new vial that still has the cap/seal intact from the manufacturer. You are NOT currently using this drug. This bottle may be in a box with other vials (i.e. buprenorphine).
  • Opened is a vial you are currently using in practice everyday. You have already used the drug on patients and have current logs for that vial
  • Finished means the container is empty and you are closing the container within VetSnap so it is no longer an option to create a log from. You will need to “Finish” a container in VetSnap under “Manage Containers” when it is emptied. (Be sure to account for any hub loss/manufacturer discrepancy by "making an adjustment" while under the manage container" 
  • Awaiting Disposal for containers that may have expired, or are awaiting shipment to a reverse distributor. While this container is still physically in your hospital's possession, the status should be changed to "Awaiting Disposal"



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