Compounding ... It's what we do best!

What is compounding?

 

Pharmacy Compounding is the art and science of preparing customised medications for patients.

 

compounding specialistSometimes many patients can be allergic to preservatives or dyes, or are sensitive to standard drug strengths. With a doctor's consent, a compounding pharmacist can change the strength of a medication, alter its form to make it easier for the patient to ingest , or add flavour to it to make it easier for consumption.

 

Almost any kind of prescription can be compounded. Compounded prescriptions are ideal for any patient, (even children and the elderly) who may require unique dosages and/or delivery devices, which can take the form of solutions, suppositories, sprays, oral rinses, lozenges and even transdermal sticks.

 

Compounding has been part of healthcare since the origins of pharmacy, and is used widely today in all areas of the industry. It is due to the advances in technology, quality control and research methodology that compounding has experienced a resurgence in the last decade.

 

Does my doctor know about compounding?

 

Prescription compounding is a rapidly growing component of many doctors' practices. But in today's world of aggressive marketing by drug manufacturers some may not realise the extent of compounding's resurgence in recent years.

 

Ask your doctor about compounding  

 

Is compounding affordable?

 

Compounding machineCompounding may or may not cost more than conventional medication. Its cost depends on the type of dosage form and equipment required, plus the time spent researching and preparing the medication.

 

We have access to pharmaceutical-grade quality materials which will dramatically lower overall costs and allow them to be very competitive with commercially manufactured products.

 

At Appin Pharmacy we are committed to providing high-quality compounded medications through the close relationship of patient doctor and pharmacist to help solve your unique medical problems. 

 

Adding flavour to medication

 

There are some great tasting flavours to choose from to assist you and your pets in consumption.

 

Popular flavours

 

Apple                    Orange Banana Creme
Peach Blueberry Raspberry
Bubblegum Root Beer Butterscotch
Strawberry Cherry Tangerine
Chocolate Tropical Punch        Guava
Tutti-Frutti Honey Watermelon
Marshmallow    

 

Pet flavours

 

Alfalfa Liver                            Beef
Peanut Butter                Butter Salmon
Carrot Creme Sardine Cheese
Triple Fish Chicken Tropical Punch
Cod Liver Oil Tuna Ham Chowder
Veal Lettuce Salad Yam Slush

 

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