Compounding Pharmacy
What is Compounding?
Compounding refers to the preparation of customized medications in forms like creams, capsules, ointments, gels, troches and liquids (used as orals or topicals). These medications are tailored to meet the specific needs of each patient when commercially available doses are not suitable.
At Pinnacle, we specialize in compounded medications to help patients who:
- Need medications without certain allergens or fillers
- Require unique dosage not available in standard prescriptions
- Prefer alternative delivery methods (like topical creams instead of pills when appropriate)
- Benefit from flavoring options for pediatric or veterinary use.
Every formulation is prepared with precision, safety, and care by our trained pharmacists, following strict quality standards and guidelines.
Key Benefits of Compounding
- Personalized Medications
Every patient is different. Compounding allows pharmacists to tailor medications to match individual needs – whether it’s adjusting the strength, changing the form, or removing unwanted ingredients.
- Alternative Dosage Forms
If swallowing pills is difficult, medications can be reformulated into liquids, topical creams, gels, or even flavored lozenges- especially helpful for children, elderly patients, or pets.
- Allergy-Friendly Options
Commercial medications often contain dyes, preservatives, gluten, or lactose. Compounding can eliminate these ingredients to create a safer option for sensitive patients.
- Discontinued or Hard-to-find Medications
When a manufacturer stops producing a medication, compounding pharmacies can recreate whenever possible, ensuring continuity of care.
- Combination Therapies
Multiple medications can be combined into a single dose or application, simplifying treatment regimens and improving adherence.
- Flavor Customization
Pediatric and veterinary patients benefit from flavored medications that make treatment more pleasant and less stressful.