General Compounding Questions
What is a compounding pharmacy?
Compounding pharmacies customize medications to meet the unique needs of patients. This process allows for adjustments in dosage, form, and ingredients to create personalized medications not available commercially.
Why choose compounded medications over commercially available ones?
Compounded medications offer personalized solutions for patients with specific needs, such as allergies to certain ingredients, dosage requirements, or preferences for alternative dosage forms. They allow for tailored treatments that may not be achievable with mass-produced medications.
How does compounding benefit patients at Pure Pharmacy?
Compounding allows us to customize medications according to the specific needs of each patient, offering several advantages such as:
- Altering the form of medication for ease of use or ingestion
- Adding flavor to enhance palatability
- Adjusting medication strength to meet individual requirements
- Combining multiple medications into a single dosage form
- Formulating medications that may no longer be commercially available
Are compounded medications safe for children and elderly patients?
Absolutely! Compounded medications are safe and effective for patients of all ages, including children and the elderly. Our compounding pharmacists can tailor medications to suit individual preferences, including flavoring options that make medications more palatable for children. For elderly patients, alternate delivery vehicles can be provided to help alleviate side effects, ensuring a comfortable and effective treatment experience.
Is compounding legal and safe?
Yes. Compounded medications at Pure Pharmacy are both legal and ethical when prescribed by a licensed practitioner for a specific patient and compounded by a licensed pharmacy. Additionally, compounding is regulated by state boards of pharmacy to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
Pure Pharmacy Questions
Does Pure Pharmacy ship medications nationwide?
Pure Pharmacy is licensed to ship to 22 states nationally. We are striving to expand our reach to serve more patients nationwide. Please check our about us page to inquire about shipping availability to their state.
Are compounded medications covered by insurance?
While insurance coverage for compounded medications may vary, patients have the option to seek reimbursement by submitting a claim form to their insurance plan. Some insurance plans may cover the final cost of compounded prescriptions, but these claims must be submitted by the patient.
How can I fill a prescription at Pure Pharmacy?
Your provider can easily submit prescriptions online through our secure portal. Alternatively, patients can request that their healthcare provider send prescriptions to us via fax, electronically, or by phone.
What types of medications are compounded at Pure Pharmacy?
We offer compounding services for a wide range of medications tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient. Our compounding services are frequently utilized in therapeutic categories such as:
- Anti-Aging and Longevity
- Allergies
- Autoimmunity and Immune System Support
- Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)
- Sexual Health
- Weight Management
- Neurocognitive Health
- Gut Health and Microbiome Support
- Hair Regeneration
- Pain Management
- Ophthalmics
- Thyroid Conditions
- Low Dose Naltrexone
- Wound Care and Aesthetics
- Skin Health and Dermatology
- Veterinary Medications
How much do compounded medications cost?
The cost of compounded prescriptions may vary based on factors such as type of ingredients, equipment requirements, testing, and preparation time. At Pure Pharmacy, we strive to offer competitive pricing to our patients. Pure Pharmacy requires a valid prescription before providing pricing.
What dosage forms and methods of delivery does Pure Pharmacy offer for compounded medications?
Pure Pharmacy provides a wide range of dosage forms and methods of delivery to accommodate the diverse needs of our patients. Our compounding services include:
These various methods of delivery allow us to customize medications according to individual patient needs and preferences, ensuring optimal therapeutic outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Topical Preparations: Creams, gels, and ointments for localized treatment of dermatological conditions or pain management, as well as transdermal patches for sustained release of medication through the skin.
- Oral Medications: Capsules, suspensions, and sublingual formulations for convenient administration and absorption of medications.
- Suppositories:Vaginal and rectal suppositories offer an alternative route of administration for patients who have difficulty swallowing oral medications or require rectal administration.
- Injectable Medications: Compounded into injectable forms for precise dosing and delivery by healthcare professionals including subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous.
- Other Delivery Methods:Troches (lozenges), foams, shampoos, nasal sprays, nail solutions, eye and ear drops, and toothpaste.
These various methods of delivery allow us to customize medications according to individual patient needs and preferences, ensuring optimal therapeutic outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Quality Questions
How does Pure Pharmacy ensure the competence and expertise of its employees?
We prioritize employee training and certification to uphold quality standards. Our comprehensive training program includes both internal and external components. New employees undergo a structured training process, starting with shadowing experienced staff, progressing to hands-on training with a trainer, followed by supervisor observation before they are deemed capable of working independently. Additionally, all compounding technicians are required to complete ACPE accredited annual compounding training. External training is also provided, with all sterile compounding technicians attending an offsite ACPE & PTCB accredited Sterile Compounding Course within one year of hire, regardless of prior experience or training.
How does Pure Pharmacy ensure the quality and integrity of the raw materials used in compounded medications?
We maintain strict standards for the procurement of raw materials. All active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) are sourced exclusively from FDA registered facilities to ensure their quality and safety. Comprehensive USP 71 compliant sterility testing and USP 85 compliant endotoxin testing are performed on all sterile products to ensure their purity and safety.
What measures does Pure Pharmacy take to ensure compliance with industry regulations and guidelines?
We are committed to adhering to industry regulations and guidelines, including those outlined by USP 795, 797, and 800. Our quality assurance protocols include regular audits of third-party labs, annual observation of compounding technicians to ensure adherence to best practices, and strict adherence to USP guidelines for sterile and non sterile compounding. Furthermore, our sterile and non-sterile labs undergo testing and certification by a third-party company to ensure its compliance with industry standards and regulations, reinforcing our commitment to quality and safety.