What is compounding? Compounding is the preparation of a customized medication by a pharmacist to meet an individual patient's needs. It combines the traditional role of a pharmacist with the latest medical knowledge and technology. Compounded medications are made from scratch by combining raw ingredients dispensed through specialized drug delivery devices and forms such as: - creams and ointments - solutions, emulsions, and suspensions (can be flavoured) - capsules and tablets - suppositories - transdermal gels - lip balms - transdermal gels - lollipops, lozenges - dental formulations Benefits of compounding Changing the dosage form of your medication: If you can not swallow a tablet or capsule, we can compound your medication into a liquid, rectal suppository, or transdermal gel. Reducing side effects: Often times, applying a medication topically, significantly reduces side effects such as stomach upset/ulcers, drowsiness, nausea, etc.. Eliminating unwanted additives: If you can not tolerate your medication due to dyes or fillers such as lactose, sugar or alcohol, we can eliminate these components. Providing commercially unavailable, unformulated or discontinued medications. Flavouring a medication in order to make it more palatable. Custom medications can be useful in many areas such as: Dermatology, Pain Management, Paediatrics, Podiatry, Dentistry, Veterinary, Menopause, Andropause, Palliative Care, Sports Medicine, Wound Care.