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At Westgrove Pharmacy & Compounding Centre, our pharmacists prepare customized medications on site for patients whose needs can't be met by commercial products - custom dosages, flavoured liquids, topical creams, and more.
Compounding is the preparation of customized medications designed for an individual patient. Working from a prescriber's order, our pharmacists combine pharmaceutical- grade ingredients to create exactly what you need.
This can mean altering a dose, changing the form (a pill into a liquid), removing an ingredient you're allergic to, adding flavour for a child, or preparing medications that simply aren't available commercially - like discontinued drugs or specialty formulations.
From easy-to-swallow liquids to targeted topical creams, we prepare a wide range of forms for adults, children, and animals.
Tablets and capsules converted into flavoured liquids for patients who can't swallow pills - especially kids and seniors.
Capsules made in strengths and combinations not available commercially - useful for dose tapering, multi-drug regimens, or trial dosages.
Topical preparations for localized treatment - delivering active medication directly to the skin, joints, or affected area.
Slow-dissolving oral preparations that release medication gradually - ideal for hormones, antifungals, and patients who can't swallow pills.
Rectal and vaginal preparations for patients who can't tolerate oral medication, or where local delivery is preferred.
Nasal sprays, ear and eye drops, mouth rinses, and other targeted preparations made to prescriber specifications.
Custom medications for pets - flavoured chews, transdermal gels, and easier-to-give liquid formulations.
Kid-friendly options - colour-free, dye-free, sugar-free, and flavoured to taste better than the original.
If your medication has been discontinued by the manufacturer, we may be able to recreate it from raw ingredients.
Some patients and prescribers come to us for specific clinical needs - here are the areas we work in most often.
Bioidentical hormone therapy for men and women - estrogens, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, thyroid - tailored to your prescriber's protocol.
Topical pain creams combining anti-inflammatories, anesthetics, and muscle relaxants - delivering relief without systemic side effects.
Custom topicals for acne, rosacea, hyperpigmentation, scarring, and other skin concerns - combining multiple active ingredients in one preparation.
Liquid versions of tablet medications, sugar-free and dye-free options, and kid-approved flavours that make medicine easier to give.
Compounded mouth rinses, dry-socket pastes, and topical anesthetics formulated to your dentist's prescription.
Working with your veterinarian to make medications easier to give - flavoured chews, transdermal gels, and species-appropriate dosing.
Compounded medications solve problems that off-the-shelf products can't.
Need to avoid gluten, lactose, dyes, parabens, or specific preservatives? We can formulate without them.
If you need a strength that falls between commercial doses, we can prepare it precisely.
Tablets and capsules converted into easy-to-swallow flavoured liquids.
If a manufacturer stops making your drug, we may be able to recreate it.
Custom flavouring makes giving medicine much less of a fight.
One topical cream can replace three or four separate products, simplifying your routine.
Every compound goes through the same careful five-step process.
We discuss your needs with you and, if necessary, your prescriber.
A pharmacist reviews the order and confirms the formulation.
Your compound is prepared on site using pharmaceutical-grade ingredients.
Every batch is double-checked for accuracy, weight, and consistency.
Pick up in store or have it delivered free anywhere in the GTA.
Compounding is held to the same standards as any other prescription medication. Our compounding lab follows established professional standards, and every preparation is documented from start to finish.
Quick answers to the questions we hear most often.
Bring or send us a prescription from your doctor, dentist, naturopath, or veterinarian. If you're not sure whether compounding is the right fit, give us a call and we can walk you through your options. We'll often follow up with your prescriber to confirm the exact formulation before preparing it.
Most compounds are ready within 1-2 business days. Some specialty preparations may take longer, depending on ingredient availability. We'll always give you a realistic timeline when we receive your prescription.
Many compounded medications are covered by private insurance plans - coverage depends on your specific plan and the ingredients used. Our team is happy to review your prescription, give you a price upfront, and help you understand your coverage before we prepare anything.
Yes. Compounding is a regulated practice, and our pharmacists follow established professional standards for non-sterile compounding. We use pharmaceutical-grade ingredients, double-check every batch, and document the entire process. Your safety is our top priority.
Absolutely. We work with veterinarians to prepare flavoured chews, transdermal gels, and species-appropriate liquid formulations. Just bring us your vet's prescription and we'll take it from there.
Yes. Compounded medications are prescription products and require an order from a licensed prescriber. If you think compounding might help with a condition, talk to your doctor - or call us and we can help you figure out the next step.
Storage and expiry depend on the specific compound. Some need to be refrigerated; others stay good at room temperature. We'll label your medication with clear storage instructions and an expiry date, and we're always available to answer questions.
If your medication isn't available in the form you need, or you're looking for a more personalized approach, our compounding team is here to help.