Children have unique medical needs requiring personalized solutions.
Children can be particularly sensitive to medications, both in terms of taste and dosage. Compounding allows us to create formulations that are easier for children to take, to help ensure they receive the proper treatment without the struggle.
We specialize in compounding for a variety of common childhood ailments, including:
- Allergies: Custom formulations may help manage symptoms with medications tailored to a child’s specific needs.
- Asthma: Compounded medications can be prepared in inhalation solutions or flavored syrups for easier administration.
- ADHD: Customized doses and delivery methods, such as flavored liquids or transdermal gels, may make it simpler for children to adhere to their treatment plans.
- Skin Conditions: Topical creams and ointments can be compounded to address conditions like eczema and diaper rash with ingredients specifically suited for a child’s sensitive skin.
- Gastrointestinal Disorders: Medications for conditions like acid reflux and irritable bowel syndrome can be compounded into easier-to-take forms such as liquids or dissolvable tablets.
- Seizure Disorders: Custom formulations may help provide precise dosing and appropriate delivery methods for managing epilepsy and other seizure disorders.
- Behavioral Disorders: Compounded medications may help manage symptoms of autism spectrum disorders, anxiety, and depression in child-friendly formulations.
- Infections: Antibiotics and antifungals can be compounded into palatable forms to help ensure children complete their prescribed courses.
- Podiatric Conditions: Children’s feet require special care, especially regarding conditions like warts, fungal infections, or injuries.Â
- Sports Medicine: Young athletes are prone to sports injuries, and our compounded medications may help with pain management, inflammation, and recovery. We create customized formulations that can include topical gels, pain-relief creams, and anti-inflammatory medications, helping young athletes get back to their favorite activities faster.
Child-Friendly Dosage Forms
One of the primary benefits of compounding is the ability to change the form of medication to one that is more acceptable for children. This includes:
- Flavored Liquids: Many children have difficulty swallowing pills, and the unpleasant taste of some medications can be a significant barrier. We offer a variety of flavors to make medications more palatable.
- Chewable Tablets: We can create chewable tablets in child-friendly flavors for those who prefer not to take liquid medication.
- Topical Gels and Creams: These are particularly useful for conditions that benefit from localized treatment, to help avoid systemic side effects.
- Suppositories: For children who cannot take oral medications, suppositories provide an alternative route of administration.
- Lollipops and Gummies: Innovative dosage forms like medicated lollipops and gummies may help make taking medicine less stressful.
Safety is our top priority.
Our compounding pharmacists work closely with pediatricians to ensure that each medication is tailored to meet the unique needs of each child. We adhere to strict guidelines and use only high-quality ingredients to ensure the best outcomes for our young patients.