Hard-to-find prescriptions
Medication shortages
When a manufactured medication is unavailable or discontinued, compounding may provide an option in selected circumstances.
We can assess possible alternatives
Not every unavailable product can be compounded. Our pharmacists will review the active ingredient, formulation information, prescription and available materials before confirming an option.
Have these details ready:
Medication name, strength, dosage form and prescriber information.
Contact the pharmacy
Provide the medication name, strength, dosage form and prescriber information.
We review feasibility
A compounding pharmacist checks whether an appropriate formula, ingredients and supporting information are available.
We coordinate next steps
If compounding may be suitable, we explain the prescription requirements, expected timing and cost.
When supply changes
Discontinued products
A patient-specific preparation may sometimes be possible when a manufactured product is no longer marketed.
Temporary supply shortages
Depending on the medication and circumstances, we can assess a compounded option or help identify another path with the prescriber.
Compounding is not possible for every medication shortage and is not a direct substitute without prescriber authorization. Availability and timing must be confirmed by the pharmacy.