Podiatry Prescription Compounding

Podiatry prescriptions may involve topical, oral or other medication forms depending on the diagnosis and treatment plan. When an appropriate manufactured product does not meet a patient's specific need, the prescriber and pharmacist may discuss whether compounding is suitable.

Questions to clarify

• What active ingredient and dosage form are prescribed?
• Is an FDA-approved product available in an appropriate form?
• What patient-specific formulation problem is being addressed?
• Are there ingredient, application-site or dosage-form concerns?
• What current cost and preparation details apply to the prescription?

Compounded medicines are not FDA-approved and are not reviewed by FDA before marketing for safety, effectiveness or quality. A list of possible compounded ingredients should not be read as a guarantee that any particular preparation is appropriate or effective for every patient or foot condition.

For general information, see Prescription Compounding. For a current prescription question, visit Contact Access Care Pharmacy.