What Is Pharmaceutical Compounding?

Pharmaceutical compounding is the practice of preparing individualised medications tailored to the specific clinical needs of a patient. When commercially available medications are unsuitable — due to allergies, dosage requirements, discontinued formulations, or the need for a different delivery form — compounding provides a clinically sound alternative.  At Priceless Compounding Chemist, our registered pharmacists prepare each compound in accordance with Australian pharmacy standards, using quality-assured ingredients and precise formulation techniques.

Who Benefits from Compounding?

Compounded medications support a wide range of patients, including:

• Adults managing chronic conditions who require non-standard dosage strengths

• Children who need medications in palatable liquid or chewable forms

• Patients with allergies or sensitivities to common excipients such as lactose, gluten, or artificial dyes

• Aged care patients requiring modified-release or easy-swallow formulations

• Pets and animals requiring species-appropriate doses or flavoured preparations

• Patients whose specific medication has been discontinued commercially

How Does the Process Work?

We follow a straightforward, clinically supervised process:

• Your GP, specialist, or veterinarian writes a compounding prescription specifying the required formulation.

• You bring or send the prescription to Priceless Compounding Chemist.

• Our pharmacists review the prescription and consult with your prescriber if clarification is needed.

• Your medication is compounded under controlled conditions using pharmaceutical-grade ingredients.

• You collect your medication in-store, or we arrange delivery.

What Forms Can Be Compounded?

We prepare a broad range of dosage forms, including:

• Oral liquids and suspensions

• Capsules and troches

• Topical creams, gels, and ointments

• Suppositories and pessaries

• Veterinary chews, pastes, and solutions

Is Compounding Safe?

Compounding at Priceless Chemist is performed in compliance with current Australian pharmaceutical standards. All formulations are prepared by registered pharmacists using quality-controlled, pharmaceutical-grade raw materials. We maintain strict documentation, quality checks, and hygiene protocols throughout the compounding process.

Have a compounding prescription, or want to discuss whether compounding is right for your situation? Contact our pharmacy team today.