what is compounding? and how can it benefit me?. rx care pharmacy locations 12071 indian rocks road...
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What Is Compounding?And how can it benefit me?
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Rx Care Pharmacy Locations
12071 Indian Rocks Road Largo, FL(727) 724-4171
1270 Malabar RoadPalm Bay, FL 32907(321) 952-0656
13733 N US Highway 441Lady Lake, FL 32159(352) 391-5533
301 Havendale BoulevardAuburndale, FL 33823(863) 875-5700
725 US Highway 466Lady Lake, FL 32159(352) 633-2105
6018 The PlazaCharlotte, NC 28215(704) 531-5232
11304 Hawthorne Drive, Suite 120Mint Hill, NC 28227(704) 573-6899
16311 Grand River AvenueDetroit, MI 48227(313) 838-1100
1426 S Pine AvenueOcala, FL 34471
4160 Airline DriveBossier City, LA 71111(318) 212-9990
5482 Rattlesnake Hammock RoadNaples, FL 34113(239) 775-6800
421 9th Street NNaples, FL 34102(239) 262-2929
6350 Davis BoulevardNaples, FL 34104(239) 775-7207
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What is Compounding?Compounding is the art and science of creating or preparing personalized medications for patients. Individual ingredients are combined in the exact strength and dosage form required by the patient. The pharmacist preparing the compound can work with the patient and prescriber to meet the patient’s specific needs.
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Is Compounding For Me?Benefits Include:
•Ability to alter dosage form
•Ability to alter strength
•Avoid dyes, additives, fillers, preservatives or sugars
•Ability to alter taste
•Avoid side effects
•Ability to create medicine that is no longer commercially available
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Compounding creates custom
solutions for specific
problems.
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We make compounds for…
Hospice DentalPain Management DermatologyPodiatry Sports MedicineOncology Women’s HealthB.H.R.T. Men’s HealthVeterinary PediatricsNeuropathy Autism
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Examples of COMPOUNDING
for…
Hospice PodiatryB.H.R.T Sports MedicineVeterinary And much more…Dental
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•We can compound medication into various
routes of administration
• Pain management is personalized for the
patient
•We offer treatments for:
Nausea/VomitingPain ManagementMouth UlcersSaliva StimulantsRadiation BurnsAdjunctive Therapy
Compounding/Hospice
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•Therapy varies by patient, formulas
are customized based on needs
•Proven benefits
•Experience relief from:
MenopauseHormonal ImbalanceLow Libido Erectile DysfunctionAnd Many More Symptoms…
Compounding/B.H.R.T.
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•Ability to meet specific needs based on varying weights and species
• Increased “patient” compliance due to ability to alter form, taste and smell
•Ability to compound products no longer commercially available
Compounding/Veterinary
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We can compound…• Hemostatics
• Bleaching Gels
• Dry Socket Compounds
• Root Canal Compounds
• Solutions for Mouth Ulcers
• Topical Anesthetics
• Pre-procedure Sedatives
• Antibiotics
• Adhesives
• Dry Mouth Solutions
Compounding/Dental
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We offer compounded solutions for…
Muscle Spasms Jock Itch
Leg Cramps Nausea
Pain Sunburn
Bleeding Bruises
Athlete’s Foot Warts
Compounding/Sports Medicine
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We offer compounded solutions
for…
Diabetic Neuropathy Warts
Calluses Fungal
Infections
Heel Spurs Perspiration
Muscle/Joint Pain Nail Removal
Plantar Fasciitis Rough/Dry Feet
Compounding/Podiatry
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We can make compounds in the following dosage forms:
•Oral
Capsule
•Oral Liquid
•Transderm
al Gel
•Troches
•Popsicles
•Lollipops
•Sublingual
Drops
•Oral
Adhesive
•Suppository
•Enema
•Nasal
Preparations
•Topical
Cream
•Topical
Ointment
•Topical Gel
•Topical
Spray
•Topical
Powder
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What types of medications can be compounded?
Muscle RelaxantsNSAIDsAnti-viralAnti-inflammatoryAnestheticsAntidepressantsThyroid MedicationAntihistaminesErectile Dysfunction MedicationVeterinary Medication
Anxiety MedicationAnti-psychoticsAnti-hypertensiveAutism MedicationPsoriasis MedicationAnti-nauseaAnti-diabeticsArthritis MedicationCancer MedicationMigraine Medication
And many, many more!
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Capsules
Benefits Include:
•Allow for Exact Dosing
•Avoid Unwanted Dyes
and Fillers
•Convenient Oral
Administration
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Oral LiquidsBenefits Include:
Convert Other Dosage Forms to Liquid for Patients Who Cannot Swallow Pills, such as:
• Pediatrics• Geriatrics
Avoid Unwanted Ingredients, such as:
• Dyes• Preservatives• Alcohols• Sugars
Increase Patient Compliance with:
• Flavor
Options
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Transdermal Gel
Benefits Include:
o Can be used for systemic OR local issues
o Beneficial for patients who cannot swallow
o Effective absorption allows medicine to start
working quickly
o Avoid negative gastrointestinal effects
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LollipopsBenefits Include:
• Increased Patient ComplianceFlavor Options
• Excellent Results as a Smoking Cessation
• Popular for Pediatric Patients
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Troches
Benefits Include:
• Easy Administration
• Pleasant Taste
• Fast Acting
(Soft, gelatin-like, flavored “gummies”)
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Suppositories/Enemas
Rectal or Vaginal Use
Excellent Solutions for Patients Experiencing Nausea/Vomiting
Rapid Effect on Conditions Such as IBS, Hemorrhoids and Chrohn’s Disease
Good Choice for Patients with Difficulty Swallowing
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Topical
Compounds
Available Forms: Cream ∙ Gel ∙ Ointment ∙ Spray ∙ Deodorant ∙
Lip Balm
Benefits Include:
Increased Compliance in Patients Avoiding Oral Administration
Avoid Gastrointestinal Effects
Increased Effectiveness Due to Direct Application
Easy Self-Administration in ‘As Needed’ Doses
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CompoundingEquipment
Specialized Compounding Equipment
is used to ensureaccuracy and precision in
making compounds.
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Capsule Machin
e This machine is used for compounding capsules. It allows capsules to be made free of dyes and fillers!
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Troche Mold
The Troche Mold holds troches while they cool and take on their final form. Troches provide rapid sublingual administration of medicine. Many flavors are available at the patient’s request.
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Sterile Glovebox
The Sterile Glovebox provides the pharmacist with an isolated environment in which he can
compound sterile products.
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Lollipop Mold
This mold ensures the proper amount of liquid is used in each
lollipop. It holds the stick in place while the
liquid hardens.
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OintmentMill An Ointment Mill
is used to reduce particle size in compounded products. Creams and ointments are ground through porcelain rollers to ensure fine particle size. Smallest possible particle size is desired so that maximum absorption can be attained.
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Balance/Scale
This balance/scale is used to ensure accurate weighing
of ingredients
.
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Suppository Mold
This mold ensures the proper amount of ingredients is
used for each suppository. We can compound rectal and
vaginal suppositories.
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HoodA hood is used to control airborne
powder particles.It provides a safe environment for pharmacists and
technicians to handle the
ingredients of a compounded
product.
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Questions?
For more information or to speak to a pharmacist, please call Rx Care Pharmacy to be directed to the location nearest you!
Call us at (813) 304-2221