Compounding is the preparation of a customized medication to solve a
problem or meet a specific patient need. Compounding pharmacists work
together with prescriber's and their patients to develop the most
appropriate therapy for each individual.
For example, if a person is unable to take medication orally, we may
be able to place the needed medication into a trans dermal gel that
will allow the drug to be absorbed through the skin. This may even prevent
the need to be hospitalized to receive a medication that is only
manufactured in oral and inject able forms.
Some individuals are unable to take a commercial product because it
contains a dye, sugar, alcohol or lactose. We can solve the problem by
compounding a customized dosage form which contains the needed
medication but not the problem-causing additive.
If someone needs a reduced strength of medication or is unable to
swallow a tablet, we can compound a pleasantly flavored liquid that can be
easily administered.
Sometimes we can prepare dosage forms containing more than one
medication to simplify a confusing schedule and reduce the potential for
medication errors.
If you have problems giving medicine to your pets, we can help by
compounding the drug into a form and flavor that the animal will devour!
Compounding requires specialized equipment and bulk chemicals that are
not available in most pharmacies. Our pharmacists have received
extensive training in modern compounding techniques and regularly attend
continuing education seminars. We also have a support network that
continually generates new ideas and formulations. By combining the ageless art
of compounding with the latest medical knowledge and state-of-the-art
technology, we can offer practical solutions for our patients medication
problems. |