Compounding

Compounding

Compounding is the method of preparing medication from pure powder to meet the unique needs of prescribers and patients.  The biggest advantage of compounding is that it has the ability to meet special needs or conditions of the patient.  Our Pharmacists and Compounding Specialists have extensive training in compounding.  The standard methods of delivery, dosage form, strength, flavor and formula can all be adjusted to each patients needs.

Forbes Pharmacy offers a wide range of compounding services, including Pediatric, Pain Management, Veterinarian, Dermatology, Dental, and Bio-Identical Hormones Replacement.

Forbes Pharmacy is a certified member of PCCA.  PCCA’s mission is to strengthen the role, position and skills of member compounding pharmacists so they can meet the unique healthcare needs of patients through our exceptional service, highest-quality products, shared innovations and education.  Through our association with PCCA we have access to thousands of formulas.

Pediatric

Many stomach preparations for kids have to be a specific PH in order to remain stable over the course of treatment.  Following formulas provided by PCCA allows us to meet that standard.

For children with allergies or strong dislike for Banana or Berry we can formulate or flavor the medication to their specific needs.

With a wide range of options including oral liquids, lollipops, gummy troches, suppositories and topical preparations we, along with your doctor are able to create solutions for you and your child.

Pain Management

The treatment of pain has changed dramatically over the last few years.  Compounding ingredients that are applied topically become a popular alternative.  Applied to where the pain is, or where the original injury was enables patients to treat pain without side effects that oral pain medication can produce.  Whether it is muscle tension, shingles, chronic inflammation, we can help.   Ask one of our pharmacists about all our different pain creams.  Working with you and your doctor we can find solutions to help manage your pain.


Veterinarian

Administering medication to animals can be a challenge.  Compounding medication is beneficial when the precise dose is unavailable in “human” form.  We are able to flavor oral liquids depending on the animal.  Beef, chicken, bacon, shrimp and a really fishy fish are favorites with cats and dogs.  For our more exotic patients we have over 50 different flavors from apple to vanilla butter.

For our finicky felines who won’t do liquid we have a topical gel which is simply massaged into the inner ear tip.  For more easy going pets we have other oral options such as chew treats and pellets (both may be flavoured).  We have a wide range of capsule sizes, including the smallest #5 (size of a tic tac)

Working with Veterinarians and their clients we are able to meet each pets individual needs.

Dermatology

Over the counter skin care is a multibillion dollar a year industry whose market targets women.  When we compound a prescription from a dermatologist we make it for you, the patient as prescribed.  Our lab contains hundreds of pharmaceutical grade powders, an ointment mill (makes gritty compounds smooth and creamy) and a tube sealer which seals plastic tubes, helping to prevent contamination when applied.  If your dermatologist prescribes a product that is not commercially available, we have the formula to make it.

Dental

Whether it is a fear of needles, drills or simply a strong gag reflex, a trip to the dentist can cause anxiety.   We along with your dentist can help.  At Forbes Compounding Pharmacy, we can address problems from topical anesthesia, dry socket, cold sores, tooth sensitivity, abscesses, as well as many other common ailments.  Young patients can sometimes be a challenge to take over the counter medication.   Therefore, we have over 50 appealing flavours that can be made into liquids, tablets, gels, gummy troches and lollipops to make it easier for them to take the medication.  Going to the dentist can be a good experience, ask one of our pharmacists to see if we can help meet your personal needs.