Veterinary Compounding
What is a Veterinary Compounding Pharmacy and What Do They Do?
Veterinary compounding pharmacies, such as Keystone Compounding Pharmacy, play a vital role in animal healthcare by customizing medications to meet the unique needs of animals, veterinarians, and pet owners. Unlike standard pharmacies, Keystone can create tailored medications that consider factors like the animal's species, size, weight, and even their specific medical condition or needs.
Benefits of Using a Veterinary Compounding Pharmacy
The most significant advantage of using a veterinary compounding pharmacy like Keystone is that they can customize medications to suit each pet's needs. This ensures that pets receive the appropriate dosage, form, and flavor, making it much easier for pet owners to administer the medication effectively.
Medication Forms Offered by Keystone Compounding Pharmacy
Keystone Compounding Pharmacy offers a variety of medication forms to ensure ease of administration, precise dosing, and palatability:
QuadTabs
Quarter-scored tablets for flexible oral dosing.
Chew Tabs
Flavored chewable oral tablets that make medication time less stressful.
Capsules
Small pet-friendly capsules that can help make medication time less stressful.
Oral Suspensions
Water-based suspensions with various flavor options to improve taste.
Transdermal Gel
Transdermal applicators for easy, accurate dosing through the skin.
Otic Ointments
Medicated ointments administered to the ear for pets with ear conditions.
Polox-A-Gel Otic
Liquid ear medication that turns into a gel at room or body temperature, ensuring the medicine stays where it’s needed. This is great for stubborn ear infections.
Ophthalmic solutions
Solutions used to treat eye conditions.
Are Compounded Medications FDA-Approved?
Compounded medications are not FDA-approved. However, reputable compounding pharmacies like Keystone adhere to strict quality control standards and are regulated by state boards of pharmacy and the FDA to ensure safety and quality.
Why Choose Keystone Compounding Pharmacy?
Keystone Compounding Pharmacy is a leading provider for compounded medications and is known for its commitment to quality, precision, and customized care. Our team of licensed pharmacists is trained in veterinary compounding and ensures that each medication meets the specific needs of pets and the prescriptions provided by veterinarians. Formulations can be adjusted for pets with food sensitivities, allergies, or flavor preferences.
We offer tailored dosages for animals of all sizes and species, including:
- Dogs
- Cats
- Small mammals (rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, chinchillas, etc.)
- Reptiles
- Wildlife from aquariums, zoos, and rescue organizations
The Process for Ordering from Keystone
To order compounded medications from Keystone, your veterinarian must first submit a valid prescription. Once Keystone receives the prescription, they will contact you to arrange payment and begin preparing the medication for shipment, ensuring timely delivery right to your door.
Keystone Compounding Pharmacy is dedicated to meeting the individualized needs of pets by offering customized medication options in a variety of forms. This personalized approach helps improve treatment outcomes and makes it easier for pet owners to manage their pets' health effectively.
Request Veterinary Compounding Information
Are you a veterinarian interested in getting more information about our veterinary compounding services and wonder how to get started? Reach out to us using the form below.
What Our Patients Have to Say
See what our patients have to say about our locally independent pharmacy in Grand Rapids, MI.
If you are interested in alternative therapies and classes, this is the place. It's a great compounding pharmacy. The customer service is excellent. Dave, the owner, is just the best kind of human being you'll ever meet! If you can, you want to support a locally-owned pharmacy and it doesn't get better than this.
This pharmacy is exceptional. They always are willing to help and get my script in the mail as soon as possible. I love getting a voicemail on my birthday from the owner. You are all amazing! Thank you.
Shelby and Ann were professional in answering my questions and quick to return my calls. Professional, helpful and friendly. Couldn't ask for anything else.
The Pharmacist was very knowledgeable in his specialty, providing advice regarding my current medications and recommendations to better solve my ongoing health issues. He was very understanding and helpful.
