When Should I Use Medication Compounding?

If you have been going to your local pharmacy, chances are, you may have heard about medication compounding and how it is a complex procedure mostly used by patients who have serious allergies or who have complicated medication needs and regimens.

However, unlike this common perception, anyone can benefit from this process of customizing medications through the combination, mixing, or alteration of ingredients.

We know this full well as a compounding pharmacy in Allen, Texas . That said, there are specific instances where compounding is most useful. Here are some of them:

To make it taste more agreeable to your palate Compounding can offset the bitter or sour taste of your medications or make them less sweet and vice versa.
To shorten wait times Compounding can mean shorter wait times if your independent pharmacy in Texas does not have your prescription available yet.
To save more Compounding can save you money as you would only need to pay for one type of prescription medication instead of two.
To improve medication adherence Compounding can reduce the number of tablets you take per day to one if you have been taking multiple ones.

Compounding is part of our pharmacy services at Allen Family Drug. Expertly concocted by our licensed pharmacists, you can rest assured that the preparation you will be taking will provide you with optimal therapeutic value. Avail of this service today by calling us.

Lee Bednar

2024-09-20

Convenient hours, knowledgeable staff.

Debra Horsley

2024-09-15

Attentive, knowledgeable, and courteous.

Ashton Esparza

2024-08-28

I had an amazing experience with Allen Family Drug today after they were able to fill a prescription for me in 5 minutes that CVS hasn't been able to fill for 2 months. Emily was so personable and professional- not to mention the pick up process was very efficient. As someone who has only ever used a CVS/Walgreens, I am now a "mom & pop" supporter and they have a forever customer in me!

Dishi Zheng

2024-07-31

Be cautious of compound drugs recommended at this facility. They may not be covered by insurance and might be ineffective. I was prescribed a compound medication here - a salicylic acid-based liquid. Anyone with basic chemistry knowledge should be aware that salicylic acid is typically mixed with solvents like alcohol to maintain its liquid form. Proper sealing is crucial to prevent rapid solvent evaporation. Unfortunately, my salicylic acid solution was dispensed in a syringe without properly sealing the opening. As a result, the compound crystallized quickly, clogging the syringe and rendering the medication unusable after just three days. This is unacceptable for a prescribed medication. I strongly recommend that the pharmacy review their compounding and dispensing practices to ensure patients receive effective, usable medications.

Alex Yarbrough

2024-07-22

Extremely friendly staff, almost immediate service with a staff member every time I have called for an inquiry. Excellent in-store service every visit. Better experience than chain pharmacies in every way.

Tina Ferguson

2024-06-26

Transferred my prescription to Allen Family Drug after I found that at my current compounding pharmacy, I would have to wait for an indeterminate number of days for "processing" of my prescription followed by a text where I would then pay. After I paid, THEN I would wait 2-4 days for my prescription to be filled. With hormones replacement therapy, we simply can't wait that long. Called Allen Family Drug and they attentively listened to me. They have a similar process although no payment must be made prior to filling the prescription and their regular process time is 2-3 days. When I asked if there was any way to speed up the process, I was told I would be able to get my prescription the same day. They routinely fill this prescription and are prepared. They called and handled the prescription transfer for me and filled it within hours. THANK YOU!!! Appreciate the courteous phone exchange and speedy service. Highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Johnny Miller

2024-06-04

Small pharmacy but very nice staff. Didn't wait long to pick up prescription.

Mike Luckey

2024-05-23

I love this place!! After many years of patronizing the more-convenient CVS, I visited Allen Family Drug several months ago. What a pleasure - small, friendly, not crowded, and wonderful service. Almost a throwback to the old neighborhood pharmacy. They carry many unusual and interesting pharmaceuticals, and the pharmacy is efficient and accurate. Huzzah!!