COMPOUNDING AT HOME
Common instructions for use
Find guidance on using your preparation at home.
GUIDE 01
Your compounded preparation: how to read the label
Recipient, composition, dose, instructions and use-by date. With a video guide and further information on stability.
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Where should I store it? Refrigeration, room temperature and transport
Storage at home, refrigeration when required, transport and the use-by date.
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Scalp lotions: correct dosing and application
Full 0.5 mL dropper, application directly to the scalp and waiting before washing.
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Skin creams, ointments and gels: application and container use
Skin application, taking product from jars or tubes, dispensers and precautions.
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Oral solutions and suspensions: measuring the dose
Solutions versus suspensions, measuring in mL, oral syringes and cleaning.
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Compounded capsules: can I open them or divide the contents?
Taking capsules, opening only after checking and swallowing difficulties.
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Giving a compounded preparation to a child: a guide for parents and carers
Checks before dosing, oral syringe, administration record and uncertain doses.
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Gels and preparations for the mouth: local use and application
Local gels, rinses, amounts, contact times and precautions for children.
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Veterinary compounded preparations: administration and management at home
Animal identification, veterinary dose, measurement, records and separate storage.
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The preparation’s appearance has changed: when to contact the pharmacy
Unexpected changes, sediment in suspensions, information to provide and pharmacy checks.
Open the guide →These guides explain general use. For dose, frequency and treatment duration, follow the individual instructions you received. If in doubt, call the pharmacy.