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What is compounding?

Most pharmacists, if not all, know a little about what compounding is and the benefits it provides. The Professional Compounding Centres of America (PCCA) has described it perfectly:

"Compounding is the art and science of creating personalized medicine. It all starts with a problem: the child who can’t swallow pills, the patient with a gluten allergy, the much-needed drug that’s in short supply. For whatever reason, many people aren’t served by mass-produced medications. A compounding pharmacy is able to provide a solution.

That’s where compounding pharmacies come in. Special flavorings, unique dosage forms, innovative delivery methods – using these tools and more, compounding pharmacies work with prescribers to fill a gap in health care through customized solutions for specific patient needs. Compounding is a great option to explore for people who:

Have allergies to common mass-produced medicine fillers (casein, gluten, dyes, etc.)
Aren’t taking medication as prescribed due to unpleasant side effects or lack of improvement
Need custom medicine strengths and dosage forms (like creams or suppositories)

For patients, compounding can be life-changing, even lifesaving. And, it’s highly rewarding for compounding pharmacists and practitioners, helping them solve some of health care’s toughest challenges."

What is central fill?

Simply, central fill is when you contract out certain services to another pharmacy. The central fill pharmacy then prepares and packages the order for you to then dispense to your patient.

Are you a prescriber?

If you're a health care practitioner licensed in Ontario looking for a compounded product or if you just want to know whether something can be compounded for a particular indication, get in touch with us and we can work with you to craft the perfect product.

About Us

Our mission is to connect pharmacies and other healthcare professionals to a full complement of compounding solutions. We are committed to delivering precision-crafted medications that align with the unique requirements of each patient.

Our focus on collaboration and innovation aims to empower healthcare professionals, enabling them to enhance patient outcomes through personalized and effective treatment options.

To be the preferred compounding pharmacy partner for healthcare professionals, providing sterile and non-sterile compounding solutions.

By continually advancing our expertise and fostering strong collaborative relationships, we strive to be the dedicated source for healthcare professionals seeking customized medications that optimize patient health outcomes and convenience.

The Visionaries

Sejal Shah, MPharm, RPh

Sejal is a pharmacy graduate from Liverpool John Moores University with a wealth of experience in compounding dating back to 2016.

With a solid foundation in pharmaceutical education and a continuous commitment to professional development, she brings a comprehensive understanding of compounding practices and excellence in the field.

Dedicated to enhancing patient care, Sejal strives to provide the highest quality drug care by making compounds more accessible.

With a passion for education, she actively promotes the benefits of combined drug therapy, ensuring patients are well-informed about their treatment options for optimal health outcomes. Her commitment to personalized and informed pharmaceutical care reflects her dedication to improving the well-being of individuals through innovative and tailored approaches to compounding.

Harvinder Dhunna, RPh, AAHIVP, Derm. Specialist

Harvinder holds a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree from the University of Toronto, conferred in 2011.

Since completing his undergraduate studies, he has amassed experiences in various community pharmacy settings, notably serving as the designated manager of a clinic pharmacy for over a decade.

Harvinder's professional scope extends beyond general pharmacy practice, encompassing provision of specialized care to individuals living with HIV and those seeking gender affirming therapy. He holds certification as an HIV Pharmacist accredited by the American Academy of HIV Medicine (AAHIVM).

Furthermore, Harvinder continues to expand his knowledge base to include training in non-sterile compounding from the Professional Compounding Centres of America (PCCA) and LP3 Network. He has also achieved a certification as a Dermatology Specialist from PCCA in 2024.

Harvinder is an invited speaker, presenter, panelist, published author, preceptor, and mentor for pharmacists looking to obtain their credentials through the AAHIVM.

New to compounding or central fill? Then read ahead!