Pet Compounding Pharmacy in Los Angeles: What to Know
How veterinary compounding works at Generation Pharmacy: your veterinarian prescribes, we prepare the medication for one animal, and you get clear directions for giving and storing it.
The short answer: Generation Pharmacy prepares compounded medications for pets from a veterinarian's prescription. Your veterinarian decides the medication, strength, dosage form and directions. We prepare it for your animal, label it, and explain how to give and store it. Most prescriptions are ready in one to two business days.
KeyPoints
- Every veterinary compound needs a prescription from a licensed veterinarian
- Your veterinarian chooses the dosage form and strength
- Flavoring can be added when your veterinarian allows it
- Compounded medications are not FDA-approved
- Store controlled medications securely and ask us about disposal
EndKeyPoints
When a veterinarian prescribes a compounded medication
Commercial products come in set strengths and forms. A veterinarian may prescribe a compounded medication when the strength an animal needs is not made, when the animal cannot take the commercial form, when an ingredient in the commercial product must be avoided, or when a product is discontinued or on backorder.
Dosage forms a veterinarian may prescribe
| Form | What it is |
|---|---|
| Oral liquid | A measured liquid given by oral syringe |
| Capsule | A set dose in a capsule |
| Chewable | The dose in a chewable base |
| Transdermal gel | A gel applied to the skin, often the inner ear |
| Topical cream or ointment | Applied to the skin where the veterinarian directs |
Not every medication works in every form. Your veterinarian chooses the form, and we will tell you if a form is not available for a prescription.
Flavoring
Flavoring can be added when your veterinarian allows it. Your veterinarian may note a flavor on the prescription. We check every flavoring and sweetener against the prescription, because some are not safe for some animals. Xylitol, for example, is toxic to dogs.
How it works at Generation Pharmacy
- Your veterinarian writes a prescription with the medication, strength, form and directions.
- Your veterinarian sends it to us by phone, fax or e-prescribing.
- We prepare the medication under USP <795> using pharmaceutical-grade ingredients.
- You pick it up at our West LA pharmacy, or we deliver or ship within California. Most prescriptions are ready in one to two business days.
Storage and disposal
- Store the medication as the label says, out of reach of children and other animals.
- If the medication is a controlled substance, keep it in a secure place, do not share it, and ask us how to dispose of any that is left over.
- Check the beyond-use date on the label and do not use the medication after it.
Questions about your pet's prescription? Call a pharmacist at 424-228-1049.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you add flavoring to my pet's medication?
Flavoring can be added when your veterinarian allows it. We check every flavoring against the prescription, because some sweeteners and flavorings are not safe for some animals.
What is a transdermal pet medication?
A gel or cream applied to the skin, often the inner ear, so the medication is absorbed through the skin. Not every medication works this way. Your veterinarian decides whether a transdermal form fits your pet.
Can you prepare a medication that has been discontinued?
Sometimes. If a veterinary product is discontinued or on backorder, your veterinarian may prescribe a compounded version. Call us and we will tell you whether we can prepare it.
Is compounded pet medication FDA-approved?
No. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved. We prepare them under USP <795> from pharmaceutical-grade ingredients, for one animal, from a veterinarian's prescription.
How do I get compounded medication for my pet?
Your veterinarian sends us a prescription by phone, fax or e-prescribing. Most prescriptions are ready in one to two business days for pickup, delivery or shipping within California.
Disclaimer: This content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition or before starting any new treatment.
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