Compounding is the preparation of a custom formulation of a medication to meet a unique need of a patient that cannot be met with a commercially available medication. Some people and animals need medications that aren’t commercially available, meaning they aren’t mass-produced and available at a standard pharmacy.
For example:
- If you are allergic to an inactive ingredient, such as a preservative or dye, gluten, or lactose, our pharmacist can make that medication without that problem-causing ingredient.
- If your child cannot swallow pills, we can make a liquid option.
- If you take commercially-available hormones, your body may react better to a customized hormone therapy that includes the precise dose of hormones that your body needs.
- If your pet has difficulty taking a needed medication, we can change the flavor and or dosage form.
Shaver Compounding Pharmacy is the only ACHC accredited compounding pharmacy in Southeastern Idaho. As an accredited compounding pharmacy, we make custom sterile and non-sterile medications tailored to your meet needs. We create individual formulas that are just as unique as you.
Our pharmacist will work with you and your doctor. Not only do we want you to be a central part of your health care team, we also want to prevent miscommunication or confusion with your provider. This helps you to get what you need in a timely manner and opens a pathway of communication for any questions you or your provider might have.
