A compounding pharmacy is a special type of pharmacy that can prepare customized medications tailored to meet the specific needs or requirements of each individual patient. These type of pharmacies have the ability to combine different ingredients in precise dosages and forms to create medications that are not commercially available or that need to be modified for a particular patient. Compounded medications can be prepared in various forms such as creams, gels, capsules, syrups, solutions, or suppositories, which can be helpful for patients with unique medication needs or those who have difficulty swallowing traditional oral medications.
It's important to note that the benefits of compounding pharmacies are subject to the proper regulation and oversight by regulatory authorities, such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), to ensure the safety and efficacy of the compounded medications.