Compounding

Have you been wishing that those big pills you swallow could be transformed into candy?

Ever thought it would be nice to provide your child with medication free of artificial sweeteners and fillers?

Compounding is the solution!

Compounding is the method of preparing medication to meet the unique needs of individuals and NutriChem is Ottawa’s leading compounding pharmacies.

The benefits of compounding include:

  • Customized dosage and strength of any medication
  • Customized route of administration (pill, liquid, powder, lozenge, sublingual drops, creams, gels, rapid-dissolve tablets)
  • Organic, Vegan, Allergen-free and dye-free products
  • Availability of products not commercially accessible
  • Customized natural flavour added to any medication

Scenarios

1: The Cancer Patient

Eric is a cancer patient who is having difficulty swallowing large pills. Through compounding, his medication is made into smaller capsules and lozenges. Eric is able to take all his medication and can focus on his recovery instead of the anxiety of swallowing big pills!

2: The Sensitive Child

Rosemary is an 8-year-old child who requires medication. Rosemary is very sensitive to artificial sweeteners, dyes, preservatives and fillers. Through compounding, the purest form of the medication is made into a liquid suspension with natural flavour and sweeteners without any fillers or preservatives. Rosemary is able to take her medications without reacting to the extra ingredients!

3: The Menopausal Woman

Maria is a 46-year-old woman suffering from hot flashes and other peri-menopausal symptoms. She knows that her hormones need balancing but does not want to take oral estrogen. Through compounding, a specifically tailored bio-identical hormone cream is formulated for Maria and she can change the amount she uses according to her blood work!

4: The Grumpy Husband

Ted is a middle-aged man who once was a hard working and hard playing husband. Now Ted is tired and sits on the couch watching old TV show re-runs. What happened to Ted? Men go through a hormone decline as well and low testosterone levels can lead to lethargy even depression. Ted’s low testosterone levels were rebalanced with a daily application of topical compounded testosterone cream. Ted’s energy level improved and he is back to his normal happy self!

5: The Dog

Poochie is a 14-year-old cocker spaniel that has been prescribed medication by their veterinarian. Poochie refuses to eat the bitter tasting pills. Through compounding, the medication is transformed into a chicken flavoured medicated treat to improve compliance and maximize therapeutic success!

More Compounding Options!

Learn More about our De-Prescribing Program

Learn More about Customized Vitamin Formulas

Learn More about Bio-identical Hormone Creams and Suppositories

Learn More about Pain Management

Learn More about Veterinarian Compounding

Learn More about Additional Forms of Medication Available Through Compounding

Learn More about Additional Services Available Through Compounding

NutriChem Compounding Pharmacy is licensed by Health Canada and guarantees superior quality, safety and effectiveness through advanced compounding guidelines:

  • Standard Operating Procedures for Safety (Fume Hood, Gloves, Hair Nets, Masks)
  • Quality Assurance Program
  • USP Standards and Specifications
  • 100% PCCA trained staff

NutriChem performs independent 3rd party testing of products to ensure superior quality. If you feel that you could benefit from any of our compounding services and would like more information, please contact our knowledgeable pharmacy staff or inform your healthcare professional about our specialty compounding services. We welcome their questions and comments.

Local Calls: (613) 820-4200, Option #1

Toll-Free: 1-800-363-6327

Email: dispensary@nutrichem.com

NutriChem does not sell compounded prescriptions online. Please visit us in-store.