Compounded medications are customized prescription medications prepared by a licensed compounding pharmacy to meet the specific needs of an individual patient. Unlike commercially manufactured drugs, compounded medications are made in personalized strengths, dosages, delivery forms, or ingredient combinations based on a healthcare provider’s prescription.

Compounding allows for flexibility when:

• A patient requires a custom dose
• A medication is not commercially available
• A patient has allergies or sensitivities to certain fillers or preservatives
• A different route of administration is medically appropriate (injection, sublingual, topical, nasal, etc.)

At our clinic, compounded medications may be used to support:

• Wellness and longevity programs
• Weight management
• Hormonal or metabolic support
• Nutrient replenishment
• Recovery and performance optimization

All compounded medications are prescribed only after a medical evaluation and are based on individual clinical needs.

• Compounded medications are not FDA-approved in the same way as mass-produced commercial drugs.
• However, the individual ingredients used in compounding may be FDA-approved.
• Compounded medications are prepared by state-licensed compounding pharmacies that follow strict quality, sterility, and safety standards.
• Compounded medications are prescribed only when deemed medically appropriate by a licensed healthcare provider.

Compounded medications:

• Require a valid prescription
• Are prescribed only after a clinical assessment
• Are intended solely for the individual patient for whom they are prescribed
• Should not be shared with others

As with any prescription medication, compounded medications may carry risks, including but not limited to:

• Injection site reactions (if injectable)
• Allergic or sensitivity reactions
• Gastrointestinal symptoms
• Headache, dizziness, or fatigue
• Other medication-specific side effects

Your provider will review:

• Potential benefits
• Known risks
• Contraindications
• Alternative treatment options

before prescribing any compounded medication.

Patients must disclose:

• All current medications and supplements
• Medical conditions (including thyroid disease, endocrine disorders, history of cancer, pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, cardiovascular disease, or neurological conditions)
• Pregnancy, breastfeeding status, or plans to become pregnant
• Known allergies or sensitivities

Failure to disclose accurate medical history may increase the risk of adverse effects.

Some compounded medications may require:

• Ongoing clinical monitoring
• Periodic lab work
• Dose adjustments based on response or tolerance

Patients are responsible for attending recommended follow-up visits and reporting any adverse symptoms promptly.

Responses to compounded medications vary by individual. Results are not guaranteed, and outcomes depend on factors such as medical history, lifestyle, adherence, and individual physiology.

We work with licensed U.S. compounding pharmacies that meet state and federal guidelines for:

• Medication preparation
• Sterility standards
• Quality assurance

Patients may have the option to use a pharmacy of their choice when appropriate.

Compounded medications are customized prescriptions prepared by licensed pharmacies. They are not FDA-approved products, though their ingredients may be FDA-approved. These therapies are prescribed only when clinically appropriate and after informed consent. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease unless otherwise stated by a licensed medical provider.