Category: Compounding

Here you will find information about compounding services, including pediatric compounding, dental compounding, and compounding for pets.

The Most Common Types of Pharmacy Compounding Formulas

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There are many pharmacy compounding formulas that can be created on an individual scale to provide custom medication to a person. Here are the most common formulas used. Compounding – the art and science of hand-creating medications from base drug ingredients – is very complicated. While it shares similarities with drug manufacturing, these pharmacy compounding… Read more »

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The Most Common Compounded Prescriptions to Know

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There is a difference between pharmaceutical manufacturing and compounding. In this guide, we will discuss the difference and explore the most common compounded prescriptions. Big companies manufacture many prescriptions in the United States. The FDA approves manufactured medications; therefore, they must follow FDA guidelines and be sold commercially. They are created to meet a one-size-fits-all… Read more »

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Seeking a Solution for Medication Problems? A Guide to Compounding Medication

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Compounding medication is a valuable option for many individuals who are in need of custom medication or dosage methods; but what does it mean to compound medicine? Many people’s first exposure to a compounding pharmacy is when they suddenly have a need that mass produced medication cannot meet. Alternatively, you might have just been passing… Read more »

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How Custom Compounding Improves Medication Management

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Custom compounding provides easier access to medicine and helps improve medication management.  Most people don’t ever think about the inner workings of their neighborhood pharmacy. That’s because, at least from the outside in, services often seem effortless and efficient. You provide the pharmacist with your prescription, wait 20 minutes, and walk out with exactly what… Read more »

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6 Benefits of Using a Local Community Pharmacy

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Your local pharmacy: next to your physician, it’s the healthcare facility that knows you best. Both pharmacists and pharmacy technicians work hard to help you achieve your health goals. Whether you’re stopping by for something to fix a pervasive headache or you’re filling your medication, your pharmacy care team knows you intimately enough to deliver… Read more »

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6 Medical Situations That Call for Compounded Medications

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Compounded medications can be incredibly useful to some patients who require individualized care. These are 6 common medical situations where customized medication can be beneficial. Every patient has their own individual health story and biochemical makeup. Even though the world of medicine relies on research, studies, and proven treatment methods to alleviate sickness, illness, and… Read more »

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Can Compounded Hormone Therapy Relieve Chronic Pain Symptoms?

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Chronic pain is a beast of a disorder that often requires a multimodal treatment approach – and lately, there has been an increased interest in compounded hormone therapy to relieve some symptoms of pain; here’s why. Doctors and scientists are constantly researching new methods to help patients get relief without suffering from dangerous medication side effects… Read more »

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7 Things Your Custom Compounding Pharmacy Can Do (That Most Can’t)

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Your local custom compounding pharmacy is much more than just a place to get medication; they can do much more than other pharmacies can. These pharmacies are a central hub of information, advice, and products to help you achieve and maintain your wellness, no matter your age, condition, or health situation. Most people recognize that… Read more »

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