Here at Keystone Compounding Pharmacy, we provide expert care and service, including veterinary compounding. If you are unaware of this practice, you may want to find out some information about exactly what veterinary compounding is and how it can help to benefit your pet’s health and wellbeing. Anyone looking to learn more about veterinary compounding and get their questions answered can simply read on for all the answers you need!
What is veterinary compounding?
Compounding is the process of combining ingredients to create customized forms of a drug that are not commercially available, are on shortage, or contain undeeded fillers or allergens, while veterinary compounding is simply when this process is used to create medications for common household pets, as well as other types of animals, including zoo animals. Some of the types of compounding include mixing multiple types of drugs, adjusting the dosage of a drug, or preparing a drug with or without certain ingredients.
Why is veterinary compounding helpful?
Veterinary compounding can be useful in a wide variety of situations. For instance, sometimes veterinary compounding is helpful for pet owners who are experiencing difficulty getting their pet to take a medication in the dosage form it comes in, but veterinary compounding can allow us to make the medication in a more convenient dosage form for easier administration, such as a topical creams/ointments, chew treats, liquids, and more. Another common reason that veterinary compounding can be useful is if the medication your pet needs is not available in the exact dosage necessary. These are just some of the many reasons why veterinary compounding may be useful.
Is veterinary compounding safe?
Generally, veterinary compounding is very safe when done by a reputable pharmacy such as Keystone Compounding Pharmacy. It is important to note that compounded medications have not been tested for safety by the FDA in the same way that commercially available drugs have been, however, at our pharmacy, we only use FDA-approved active pharmaceutical ingredients, as part of our commitment to providing safe and effective products. You can always talk with our pharmacists to learn about the process behind veterinary compounding and find out about more safety information.
What types of medications can be prepared through veterinary compounding?
Almost any medication can be prepared through veterinary compounding when you trust our experts here at Keystone Compounding Pharmacy. If your pet needs a certain type of medicine, chances are that we can prepare it here at our pharmacy. From antibiotics, to anti-inflammatory medications, to pain relievers, and more, we have got you and your furry friend covered. You can find out more about compounding here at our pharmacy right here.
Can medications made with veterinary compounding be used for more than one pet?
No. When you utilize our veterinary compounding services to prepare medications for your pet, we will create them according to the pet’s specific needs, which means medications should not be used for any animal other than the pet it was created for. If you need medications for multiple pets, we can create custom compounded drugs for each of your animals.
Now that you know more about veterinary compounding at Keystone Compounding Pharmacy, you can probably see why many pet owners choose to utilize this service for their pet’s medication needs. If you have further questions about our veterinary compounding services, remember that you can always reach out to our team and we will be happy to help. We look forward to assisting you here at Keystone Compounding Pharmacy!
