About Aurora Compounding Pharmacy

Compounding pharmacies offer medication tailored to an individual's needs when commercially available options aren't suitable. Customization includes altered dosages, different delivery methods (liquids, creams, suppositories, etc.), flavoring to improve palatability (especially for children and pets), and the ability to remove allergens or other ingredients that may cause sensitivities. They can also produce temporarily unavailable drugs from traditional manufacturers and address the special needs of patients who require unique combinations of medications or veterinary medications.

A patient gets a prescription specifically for a compound medication from their healthcare provider. The compounding pharmacist then consults with the patient and doctor to determine the exact needs and best formulation. The pharmacist uses specialized equipment and pharmaceutical-grade ingredients to prepare the customized medication, following strict quality controls for purity, potency, and safety before it is dispensed with detailed instructions and counselling.

You can find an authentic compounding pharmacy through doctor or veterinarian referrals — they often work directly with trusted compounding pharmacies and can recommend one suited to your needs. You can also use the Association of Compounding Pharmacists of Canada (ACPC) 'Find a Pharmacy' tool, contact your provincial pharmacy regulatory body (e.g., College of Pharmacists) for lists of licensed compounding pharmacies, or search CompoundMap.com, a website helping patients locate compounding pharmacies throughout Canada. Look for pharmacies accredited by organizations like the Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board (PCAB), which indicates adherence to high quality and safety standards.

A retail pharmacy focuses on filling prescriptions for commercially manufactured medications in pre-determined strengths and forms, with medications readily available in mass-produced quantities and limited ability to alter dosages or forms. A compounding pharmacy creates customized medications tailored to an individual's specific needs — made to order based on prescriptions, with flexibility in dosages, forms (capsules, creams, liquids, etc.), flavouring, and removing ingredients that cause sensitivities. In short, retail pharmacies are your 'one-size-fits-all' solution for standard medications, while compounding pharmacies provide a personalized approach when off-the-shelf options don't meet your needs.

Compounding pharmacies in Canada are generally safe when you choose a reputable pharmacy. Each province and territory has its own regulatory body overseeing pharmacy practice, including compounding pharmacies. The National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA) establishes standards for pharmacy compounding across Canada to ensure quality and safety. Reputable compounding pharmacies often seek certification through organizations like the Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board (PCAB), demonstrating a commitment to high standards. Aurora Compounding Pharmacy is accredited by the Ontario College of Pharmacists and adheres to NAPRA's Model Standards.

It is a simple and seamless process to become a patient at Aurora Compounding Pharmacy. No matter where you live in Canada, you can benefit from our custom compounding services. You can reach us through our website contact form or call our pharmacy directly. Our team will guide you through the steps necessary to transfer your prescription to us. Our expert compounding pharmacists can also work closely with your health practitioner to ensure we create compound medicines tailored to your needs.

Aurora Compounding Pharmacy is different from a traditional pharmacy in various ways. As a leading compounding pharmacy in Canada, we focus on authentic and personalized patient medical care. Custom compound medications we create for patients are tailored to their unique needs — we adjust dosage strengths, create alternative delivery forms (creams, troches, liquids), remove allergens, and combine medications as needed. We also provide unmatched customer service to ensure 100% customer satisfaction.

Yes. Aurora Compounding Pharmacy offers free shipping Canada-wide on qualifying orders. We prepare the highest-quality compounding medications adhering to NAPRA (National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities) guidelines. We can ship medications anywhere across Canada based on a prescription from a licensed Canadian physician. Please note: we do not ship compound medications outside of Canada. Some conditions apply — contact our team to confirm details for your prescription and province.

Almost any prescription can be compounded. Compound prescriptions suit patients who need medicines in unique dosages or via a specific delivery method — solutions, suppositories, sprays, topical creams, troches, and more. Compounding applications include BHRT, pediatric formulations, veterinary medications, dermatology, pain management, hormone therapy, and others. If your doctor has prescribed compounded medications, you can contact us with your prescription.

Compounding or pharmacy compounding is the art and science of preparing customized medicines for patients. It suits the needs of patients who do not benefit from mass-produced medicines. Benefits include: medications formulated in the right dosage when mass-produced medicines in that dosage are unavailable, easier-to-swallow forms for patients such as older adults, allergen and irritant-free compounds, combination of multiple drugs into one formulation, and access to medications temporarily unavailable commercially. At Aurora Compounding Pharmacy, we create personalized medications tailored to each patient's needs.

No — the FDA does not approve individual compound medications the way it approves commercially manufactured drugs. However, compounding pharmacies in Canada, such as Aurora Compounding Pharmacy, are regulated by provincial and territorial regulatory authorities and adhere to NAPRA standards, ensuring safety and quality.

Yes, compound medications generally cost more than commercially available drugs. Factors that contribute to higher cost include the specialized knowledge and regulatory requirements compounding pharmacies must follow, additional time for drug preparation, specialized equipment, and the use of pharmaceutical-grade raw ingredients sourced to exacting standards. Aurora Compounding Pharmacy offers free overnight shipping Canada-wide on qualifying orders to help offset these costs.

Compound medicines in Canada can help with a wide range of health conditions including hormonal imbalances (BHRT, testosterone replacement), veterinary needs, pediatric formulations, acne, mask acne, and skin conditions, neurological disorders, pain management, thyroid support, and more. At Aurora Compounding Pharmacy, we prepare customized medications for the specific conditions you and your prescriber identify.

Yes — you need a doctor's prescription to receive compound medications from a compounding pharmacy such as Aurora Compounding Pharmacy. However, you may not need a prescription for compounded formulations made exclusively with OTC (over-the-counter) ingredients.