What Is Compounding?
Pharmaceutical compounding is the preparation of a customized medication by a licensed pharmacist, working in collaboration with your doctor or healthcare provider. It's used when a commercially available medication isn't the right fit — whether that's the dose, the format, an ingredient allergy, or a discontinued product. At Parkdale Medical Pharmacy, our compounding pharmacists work closely with your prescriber to formulate medications that are made specifically for you — not mass-produced for the average patient.
Our Compounding Services
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💊 Hormone Therapy (HRT)
Custom bioidentical hormone formulations in the dose and delivery method that works for your body — creams, troches, capsules, and more. We work with your physician to optimize your hormone therapy plan.
🧒 Pediatric Compounding
Children often need smaller doses or can't swallow pills. We formulate child-friendly liquids, chewables, and flavoured preparations that make medication time easier for kids and parents alike.
🌿 Allergen-Free Formulations
If you have sensitivities to dyes, preservatives, gluten, or lactose, we can compound your medication without them — clean, pure, and safe for you.
🐾 Veterinary Compounding
We compound custom medications for pets when commercially available options aren't suitable. Available in flavoured liquids, treats, or transdermal gels your animal will actually accept.
💉 Alternative Dosage Forms
Can't swallow a tablet? We can reformulate your medication as a cream, gel, lozenge, liquid, or nasal spray — whatever works best for you.
🔬 Discontinued Medications
If a medication you rely on has been discontinued commercially, compounding may be the solution. Talk to our pharmacist about your options.
Why Hamilton Patients Choose Parkdale Medical Pharmacy
✅ Licensed and accredited compounding pharmacy
✅ We work directly with your physician or specialist
✅ We always bill your insurance first — coverage is often available
✅ Same community pharmacy team you already trust
✅ Serving Hamilton, Stoney Creek, Ancaster, Dundas and surrounding areas
✅ Questions? Call us directly at (905) 547-2611
Compounding FAQs
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Is compounded medication covered by insurance?
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Depending on your insurance coverage, many compounded medications are covered by private insurance plans. We always submit to your insurance first and will work with you to maximize your coverage.
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Do I need a prescription for compounded medications?
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Yes. Compounded medications require a valid prescription from a licensed prescriber. Your doctor or specialist can send it directly to us by fax at (905) 547-2615.
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How long does it take to prepare a compounded medication?
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Most compounds are ready within 24–48 hours. We'll give you a specific timeline when you drop off or fax your prescription.
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Can you compound medications for children?
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Absolutely. Pediatric compounding is one of our most common requests — we can flavour medications and adjust doses to make it easier for children to take their medicine.
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Is compounding safe?
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Yes. All compounding at Parkdale Medical Pharmacy is performed by licensed pharmacists following Health Canada guidelines and established NAPRA quality standards.
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