Preparing customized medications for patients
What is compounding?
Pharmacy compounding is the art and science of preparing customized medications for patients. Compounded medications are made from individual ingredients and mixed together in the exact strength and dosage form required by the patient. This allows the compounding pharmacist to work with patient and prescriber to customize a medication to meet the patient’s specific needs.
Importance of compounding
At one time, nearly all prescriptions were compounded, but the practice declined with the advent of mass drug manufacturing. However, mass-produced medications meant that some patients’ needs were not met.
Fortunately, compounding has experienced a resurgence as modern technology and innovative techniques and research allow more pharmacists to customize medications to meet specific patient needs:
- Customized dosages
- Unique dosage forms
- Dermatology
- Podiatry
- Hormone replacement
- Pain management
- Wound care
- Veterinary
- Unavailable medications
Compounded medications are sent by courier to your nearest MultiCare pharmacy.
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