Talk with your doctor and your Northwest Compounding Pharmacist about options to meet your specific needs. Medicated lollipops Creams Transdermal gels Lotions Topical sprays Topical gels Modified release capsules Ophthalmic preparations Sugar free preparations Hospice formulations Unavailable preparations Pediatric dosages Geriatric dosages Otic insuffations Nasal sprays Lip balms Urethral inserts Added flavorings Sublingual troche Flavored gelatin forms Eliminate dyes, sugar, lactose or alcohol Customize combinations Customize dosage strength Creative devices for administration
What are the benefits of compounding? Medications can be individualized to meet specific patient needs. The physician has more flexibility with regard to dosage strength, and the route of administration. Concentrations can be changed or flavoring can be added to mask an unpleasant taste. Changing the route of administration can eliminate side effects, such as gastrointestinal distress. Unique containersand devices can improve many options for medication administration.
Is compounding safe? Is it legal? Compounding has been a part of health care since the origins of pharmacy. It is used widely today in all areas of the industry, from hospitals to nuclear medicine. Over the last decade, compounding's resurgence has largely benefited from advances in technology, quality control and research. The Food and Drug Administration has stated that compounded prescriptions are both ethical and legal as long as they are prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
Is compounding expensive? The cost of compounding depends on the type of dosage form and equipment required, plus the time spent researching and preparing the medication. It may or may not cost more than a commercially available medication. Fortunately, compounding pharmacists have access to pure-grade quality chemicals that can dramatically lower overall costs.
Can any pharmacy compound? Preparation of these custom medications requires chemicals and specialized equipment not available in most pharmacies. Northwest Compounding pharmacists have also received additional training in compounding techniques. We work with a support network involving other pharmacies, Ph.D. chemists and research pharmacists to exchange ideas, innovations and new techniques.
Does my doctor know about compounding? Prescription compounding is a rapidly growing component of many physicians' practices. But in today's world of aggressive marketing by drug manufacturers, some may not realize the extent of compounding's resurgence in recent years. Ask your physician about compounding and get in touch with Northwest Compounding Pharmacy to find out what can be done to meet your prescription needs.
