Compounding
Compounding is a vital and specialized practice within the field of pharmacy that involves the preparation of customized medications tailored to meet the unique needs of individual patients. Unlike commercially available drugs, compounded medications are created by pharmacists to address specific requirements, such as unique dosages, alternative delivery methods (e.g., creams, gels, or lozenges), or the removal of allergens or inactive ingredients that a patient may not tolerate.
This personalized approach ensures that patients receive the most effective and safe treatment, especially when standard medications are not suitable. Compounding requires a deep understanding of pharmaceutical science, precise techniques, and adherence to strict quality and safety standards. It bridges the gap between patient needs and available medications, offering a flexible and patient-centered solution in healthcare.
Whether it’s creating a pediatric-friendly liquid formulation, a preservative-free topical cream, or a medication in a specific strength, compounding empowers pharmacists to provide innovative and compassionate care. It’s a blend of art and science, ensuring every patient gets the right medication, in the right form, at the right dose.
Have You Been Prescribed A Compound Medication?
To ensure timely refills, please request them 2 to 3 days in advance.
We will notify you as soon as your compounded medication is ready for pickup or delivery.
Certain Compounds cannot be billed directly as they lack specific Identification numbers. In such cases, we can provide you with a detailed receipt to submit manually for your claim.
Our Compounding Services Include:
Bio-identical hormones have been used over 20 years to meet the needs of women (in pre-menopause, menopause and post-menopause) and men (in andropause). Bio-identical hormone treatment helps both women and men restore hormonal imbalances and help reduce or treat symptoms caused by this imbalance.
Symptoms of hormonal imbalances in women include depression, mood alterations, sleep disturbances, hot flashes, hair loss, fatigue, weight problems, bone loss (osteoporosis), and decreased sex drive.
Symptoms of hormonal imbalances in men include: decreased energy, sleep disturbance, mood alterations, depression, muscle weakness, erectile dysfunction, and decreased sex drive.
Bio-identical hormones include Estrone (E1), Estradiol (E2), Estriol (E3), Progesterone, Testosterone, Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), and Pregnenolone. Our pharmacists work together with patients and prescribers to provide customized bio-identical hormone replacement therapy that provides the needed hormones in the most appropriate strength and dosage form to meet each individual’s specific needs. Hormone replacement therapy should be initiated carefully after an initial medical checkup and after the family history has been reviewed. Every individual is unique and will respond to therapy in their own way. Close monitoring and medication adjustments are essential.
- Chlorhexidine 0.12% Oral Gel
- Carbamide Peroxide 22% Potassium Nitrate 5% Sodium Fluoride 2%
- Dental Gel (Teeth Bleaching)
- Doxycycline 20mg Capsules ( for Periostat)
- Magic Mothwash (Diphenhydramine, Nystatin Susp, Tetracyline, Dexamethasone)
- Metronidazole benzoate 3% Dental Gel
- Nystatin 100,000u to 200,000u Oral Troches
- Pilocarpine 10 mg/ml Oral Spray (Dry Mouth formulation)
- Pilocarpine HCl 2 mg Base A Troche (Dry mouth formulation)
- Saline/Glycerin Oral Suspension (Saliva Substitute)
- Tetracyline 2.4% Periodental Gel
Circulation Problems
- Nifedipine 4% Topical Lipoderm®
- Pentoxifylline (5%, 10% & 15%) Lipoderm® Transdermal
- Ketamine 10%/Gabapentin 6%/Clonidine 0.2%/Nifedipine 2% in Topical Versapro Base
- Amitriptyline HCl 2%/Baclofen 5%/Ketamine HCl 5%/Ketoprofen 10% in Topical Versapro Base
- Amitriptyline HCl 2%/Baclofen 2% in Topical Versapro Base
- Amitriptyline HCl 2%/Ketoprofen 2%/Carbamazepine 2% in Topical Versapro Base
- Nifedipine 4% in Topical Versapro Base
- Pentoxifylline (5%, 10% & 15%) in Topical Versapro Base
- Ketamine 10%/Gabapentin 6%/Clonidine 0.2%/ Nifedipine 2% in Topical Versapro Base
- Urea 25% Topical Cream or Foam
- Urea 20%/Lactic Acid 5% Topical Cream
Note for Doctors: Please do not hesitate to prescribe your own percentages or formulations
Discontinued & Other Oral Capsules:
- Disulfiram 250mg Capsules (Alcohol Abuse)
- Doxycycline 20mg Capsules ( for Periostat)
- Meclizine HCl 25mg Capsules (Diziness)
- Magnesium Glycinate 250mg or 600mg (Essential Mineral – a high absorbable form of Mg)
- Potassium Iodide (KI) ( Radiation Emergencies)
- Red Yeast Rice 300mg (Cholesterol Supplementation)
- Thyroid Capsules (Various Strengths)
Note for Doctors: Please do not hesitate to prescribe your own percentages or formulations
- Testosterone Topical Gels or Creams (Various strengths)
- Testosterone 5, 10 or 25 mg Base A Troche (Restoring Hormone Balance)
- Progesterone 30 mg/mL Topical Cream (VersaBase)
- Sildenafil 20 mg T.T. (200 mg mold) Polyglycol Troche™ Base (Erectile dysfunction)
- Diltiazem 2 to 5 % Ointment (Anal fissures)
- Diltiazem 5%, Lidocaine 5% Ointment (Anal Fissures)
- Nifedipine 0.2% Ointment (Anal Fissures)
- Nifedipine 0.2%, Lidocaine 1.5% Ointment (Anal Fissures)
Note for Doctors: Please do not hesitate to prescribe your own percentages or formulations
Nail Fungus
- Itraconazole 1%/Ibuprofen 2% in DMSO Nail Polish
- Fluconazole 1%/DMSO Topical Solution
Fungal Skin Infections
- Clotrimazole 2%/Ibuprofen 2%/Tea Tree Oil 1% Topical Cream
- Ketoconazole/Tea Tree Oil/DMSO Antifungal Solution
Circulation Problems
- Nifedipine 4% in Topical Versapro Base
- Pentoxifylline (5%, 10% & 15%) in Topical Versapro Base
Warts & Corns
- Salicylic Acid 40% Ointment
- Salicylic Acid 20% Lactic Acid 20% Trichloroacetic Acid in Flexible Collodion
- Salicylic Acid 10% Podophyllum 10% Trichloroacetic Acid 10% Topical Solution
- Salicylic Acid/Menthol Cream
Rough/Dry Feet
- Urea 25% Topical Cream or Foam
- Urea 20%/Lactic Acid 5% Topical Cream
Hyperhidrosis of the Feet (Sweaty Feet)
- Glycopyrrolate 1% Topical Cream
- Glycopyrrolate 0.5% Topical Solution (Roll – on Bottle)
- Glycopyrrolate 1% Topical Lotion
Athlete’s Foot
- Tea tree Oil 5,4% Lavender Oil 1% Clotrimazole 1% Undecylenic Acid 5%
- Urea 5% Topical Cream
Excessive Perspiration
- Glycopirrolate 0.5% Topical Solution
- Methenamine 5% Deodorant Stick
Heel Spurs
- Ketoprofen 10% Topical Versapro Base
- Amitriptyline HCl 2% Baclofen 5% Ketamine HCl 5% Ketoprofen 10% Topical Versapro Base
- Ibuprofen 20% in Lipoderm Transdermal Gel
Iontophoresis Solutions & Phonophoresis Gels (Ultrasound)
- Guaifenesin (2% & 10%) in Topical Versapro Base
- Magnesium Chloride USP 10% Topical Versapro Base
Nail Fungus
- Itraconazole 1% Ibuprofen 2% in DMSO Nail Polish
Pain
- Ketoprofen 20%/Ibuprofen 2%/Ketamine 2%/Clonidine 0.2%/Amitriptyline HCl 2%/Guaifenesin 2% Topical Versapro Base
- Ketoprofen 10%/Guaifenesin 10%/Capsaicin 0.025%/Lidocaine 2%/ Amitriptyline HCl 2% Topical Versapro Base
- Ketoprofen 10%/Cyclobenzaprine HCl 2% in Topical Versapro Base
- Baclofen 5%/Ketoprofen 10%/Lidocaine 5%/Gabapentin 5% in Topical Versapro Base
- Ketamine HCl 5%/Gabapentin 10%/Clonidine HCl 0.2%/Baclofen 2% in Topical Versapro Base
- Ketoprofen 5%/Cyclobenzaprine HCl 0.5%/Lidocaine HCl 5% in Topical Versapro Base
Tired/Aching Feet
- Essential Oil Foot Cream
- Relaxing Foot Effervescent
Note for Doctors: Please do not hesitate to prescribe your own percentages or formulations
Compounding allows veterinarians to broaden their prescribing abilities and to offer dosage forms that are patient-specific in strength and formulation. The compounding pharmacist can solve a lot of problems for both the doctor and the owner – certain medications may be available only in human dosage forms or exist only as bulk chemicals; specific products may no longer be available; the dosage strength of commercially available product may be too big for the small animal or too little for the horse; the taste or flavour may be too disagreeable for the animal. Compounders also work on problems of many exotic animals.
Some of most popular veterinary formulas are:
- Aluminium Hydroxide Oral Suspension
- Amino Caproic Acid 16.7% Oral Syrup
- Amitriptyline 10 mg/0.5ml Oral Suspension
- Azithromycin 50 mg Chewable Treat
- Calcitriol 4 nanograms/0.25 ml Oral Oil Solution
- Calcium Glubionate Oral Syrup
- Camphor Liniment for Veterinary Use
- Captopril 5 mg/ml Oral Solution
- Diethylstylbestrol Oral Capsule
- DMSO Cream 50% and 70%
- Furosemide 10 mg/0.1 ml Pluronic Lecitin Organogel
- Genital Violet 0.5% Stain Solution
- Traconazole Suspension 100 mg/ml
- Ivermectin/Pyrantel Capsules 65 mcg/57 mg
- Kanamycin Compound Oral Antidiarrhea Mixture
- Ketamine HCl 10 mg Base A Troche
- Metronidazole Benzoate 125 mg/ml Oral Suspension in Oil
- Omeprazole Flavoured Suspension
- Potassium Bromide 250 mg/ml Oral Solution
- Povidone-Iodine Shampoo for Vet Use
- Phenobarbital 200 mg Chewable Treat
- Tetracycline 100 mg/ml Oral Suspension
Note for Doctors: Please do not hesitate to prescribe your own percentages or formulations
Libido
- Sildenafil Citrate 1% Testosterone 0.1% Topical Cream (VersaBase®)
- Sildenafil Citrate 2% Aminophylline 3%/Arginine HCl 6% Topical Cream (VersaBase®)
- Sildenafil Citrate 1% Arginine HCl 11.7%
- Sildenafil Citrate 1% Topical Cream
- DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone) 15 mg/0.25 ml Topical Cream (VersaBase®)
- Testosterone 1% Topical Cream
Vaginal Dryness
- Estriol 0.05% Vaginal Cream
- Vitamin E 200 u/mL Vaginal Cream
- Vitamin E 200 IU Base MBK Vaginal Suppository
Note for Doctors: Please do not hesitate to prescribe your own percentages or formulations
At Vitacare Pharmacy, we provide specialized Maternity Medications to support new mothers during their postpartum journey. Our hormone preparations are carefully compounded to address imbalances and promote recovery, ensuring optimal well-being during this critical time. We also offer *All-Purpose Nipple Ointment (APNO)*, a soothing, medicated cream designed to relieve nipple pain and promote healing for breastfeeding mothers. Customized to meet individual needs, our formulations are safe, effective, and free from unnecessary additives. Trust us to provide compassionate care and tailored solutions to help you navigate the challenges of motherhood with confidence.
- All Purpose Nipple Ointment (Miconazole 2% +Betamethasone 0.1% ointment +Mupirocin 2% ointment (in equal parts)
- Candida Regimen Nipple Ointment (Betamethasone 0.1% ointment +Mupirocin 2% ointment +Clotrimazole 10% cream+ Nystatin 100,000u/g ointment (in equal parts)
At Vitacare Pharmacy, we specialize in Pediatric Compounding offering customized medications tailored to meet the unique needs of infants, children, and adolescents. We understand that young patients often require specific dosages, flavors, or formulations that are not commercially available. Our expert compounding team creates child-friendly medications in various forms, such as liquids, suspensions, lollipops, or topical creams, ensuring ease of administration and improved compliance. With a focus on safety, precision, and patient care, we work closely with healthcare providers and families to deliver effective, palatable, and personalized solutions for every child. Trust us to make medication management simpler and more effective for your little ones.
- Dexamethasone Phosphate 1mg/mL Oral Syrup
- Domperidone 5mg/mL Oral Suspension
- Lansoprazole 3 mg/mL Suspension for oral or G-tube use
- Metronidazole 15 mg/mL Oral Suspension
- Metoprolol 10 mg/mL Oral Suspension
- Nitrofurantoin 10 mg/mL Oral Suspension
- Omeprazole 2 mg/mL Suspension for oral or G-tube use
- Oseltamivir 15 mg/mL Oral Suspension
- Prednisone 5 mg/mL Oral Suspension
- Sodium Bicarbonate 8.4% Oral Solution (Na+ 1mmol/mL)
- Spironolactone 5mg/mL Oral Suspension
- Trimethoprim 10 mg/mL Oral Suspension
- Ursodiol 50 mg/mL Oral Suspension
- Diphenhydramine HCl 1% Calamine 8% Topical Cream (for chicken pox)
- Zinc Oxide 40 % in Hydrocortisone 1% Cream and Nystatin Cream (1:2)- Diaper Rash Bum Cream
** These are just a few examples of compounding ideas that we can make for children. Other liquid compounds can also be made as per doctor’s request. Please do not hesitate to call regarding any questions or concerns.
Allodynia/Phantom Limb Pain / CRPS Pain
- Gabapentin 10% + Ketamine 10%
- Clonidine 0.2% + Gabapentin 6% + Ketamine 10%
- Gabapentin 10% + Ketamine 5%
Joint pain / Arthritis Pain
- Ketoprofen 10% + Ketamine 10%
- Ketoprofen 15% + Ketamine 15% + Baclofen 5%
- Diclofenac 10% + Ketamine 10% + Baclofen 5%
- Amitriptyline 5% + Cyclobenzaprine 5% + Ketoprofen 10% + Ketamine 10% + Diclofenac 5%
- Diclofenac 5% + Cyclobenzaprine 6% + Lidocaine 5%
Muscle spasm
- Cyclobenzaprine 1% + Ketoprofen 10%
- Cyclobenzaprine 2% + Ketoprofen 20%
- Baclofen 2% + Ketoprofen 20%
Neuropathy pain
- Amitriptyline 2% + Baclofen 2%
- Gabapentin 6% + Ketamine 10% + Lidocaine 5%
- Gabapentin 6% + Baclofen 2% + Clonidine 0.1%
- Diclofenac 5% + Cyclobenzaprine 6% + Lidocaine 5%
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