Compounding Services
Our Services
At Norwood Compounding, we offer a comprehensive range of compounding products to support your unique healthcare needs. What makes our products exceptional is the variety of forms we offer, including oral suspensions for easy administration and capsules or troches for precise dosing, creams for topical applications, gels for enhanced absorption, and lotions for soothing effects.
Tailored medicines for unique needs
Prepared by skilled pharmacists
Adhering to strict standards
Compounding medicines play a crucial role in healthcare by providing tailored pharmaceutical solutions that meet the unique needs of individual patients. In Australia, compounding pharmacies have been operating for many years, offering specialized medication formulations that are not readily available through commercially manufactured products. These compounded medications are prepared by skilled pharmacists, adhering to stringent quality standards and regulations set forth by the Australian authorities.
The practice of compounding medicines in Australia is governed by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), which ensures that compounded medications meet safety, quality, and efficacy standards. Compounding pharmacies must adhere to strict guidelines and undergo regular inspections to maintain compliance with these regulations.
Over the years, the demand for compounded medicines has grown steadily in Australia due to the numerous benefits they offer. Patients with unique medical needs, such as children, the elderly, and individuals with chronic conditions, often benefit the most from these customized treatments. Compounding pharmacies work closely with healthcare providers to ensure that the compounded medications align with each patient's specific requirements and medical conditions.
Hormones play an essential role in regulating our energy, mood, metabolism, and reproductive health. However, hormonal imbalances are common, often due to factors like ageing, stress, lifestyle changes, or underlying medical conditions. At Norwood Compounding, we offer a personalised solution through compounding hormone replacement therapy—customised specifically to meet your unique health needs.
Compounding hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a tailored approach to hormone balance, designed specifically for your body's needs. Unlike conventional, one-size-fits-all medications, compounded hormones are custom-formulated to match your unique hormone levels and symptoms. At Norwood Compounding, we specialise in bioidentical hormones—hormones that are structurally identical to those naturally produced in your body, ensuring compatibility and effectiveness.
Personalised Treatment: Each individual is unique, and compounded hormone therapy ensures your treatment is specifically tailored to match your exact hormone levels, symptoms, and lifestyle.
Flexible Dosage and Form: Compounded hormones can be customised into various forms, including creams, gels, capsules, or sublingual tablets, providing flexibility in how you take your medication.
Bioidentical Hormones: Using bioidentical hormones means your therapy is closer to the body’s natural hormone structure, potentially improving compatibility and reducing side effects.
Local Expertise: Proudly based in Norwood, South Australia, our compounding pharmacy offers expert, local care supported by years of experience.
If you’re experiencing symptoms such as fatigue, mood swings, weight changes, decreased libido, or difficulty sleeping, you may benefit from compounded hormone therapy. Common conditions that can be managed with CHRT include:
Menopause or Perimenopause in women
Andropause (Low Testosterone) in men
Thyroid Disorders (e.g., hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism)
Adrenal Fatigue
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
At Norwood Compounding, we guide you through each step of your personalised hormone therapy journey to ensure you receive the best possible care and results. Here’s what you can expect:
Consultation: We begin with an in-depth consultation to understand your symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle, ensuring we have a complete picture.
Personalised Treatment Plan: Based on your doctor’s prescription, we compound your hormones at the precise dosage and in the form best suited for you.
Ongoing Monitoring & Adjustments: As hormone levels may change over time, we provide continuous monitoring and make adjustments as needed to maintain optimal results.
Enhanced Quality of Life: Restoring hormonal balance can improve energy levels, mood, sleep, and your overall sense of well-being.
Support for Aging: As hormone levels naturally decline with age, compounded hormone therapy helps to mitigate ageing effects and support healthy hormone levels.
Local & Personalized Care: As a South Australian pharmacy, we are committed to delivering personalised, local service. Your treatment is crafted with care, specifically for you.
Your skin is your body’s largest organ, and maintaining its health and appearance is vital for overall well-being. Whether you're dealing with acne, eczema, psoriasis, or the signs of ageing, finding the right skincare solution can sometimes be a challenge.
Dermatology compounding is the process of creating customised skincare treatments to address individual skin conditions and concerns. Unlike commercially available skincare products, compounded medications are tailored specifically to you—your skin type, sensitivity, and the specific condition you’re treating.
At Norwood Compounding, we work closely with dermatologists and healthcare providers to create formulations that offer effective, targeted relief for a variety of skin issues. Whether it’s adjusting the concentration of active ingredients, combining multiple medications into one cream, or offering alternative forms of delivery, we can formulate a product that suits you perfectly.
Our compounding services provide relief for a wide range of skin conditions, including but not limited to:
Acne: Customised formulations can combine effective acne treatments like retinoids or salicylic acid to suit your skin type and sensitivity.
Eczema & Psoriasis: We prepare personalised topical treatments that soothe and heal inflamed, irritated skin, minimising flare-ups and discomfort.
Hyperpigmentation: Whether caused by sun exposure or hormonal changes, we create brightening solutions to even out skin tone.
Scarring & Stretch Marks: Tailored creams and gels are available to help reduce the appearance of scars and stretch marks in custom blends that suit your skin.
Anti-Aging Treatments: We formulate anti-aging products using ingredients like retinoids and antioxidants in customised concentrations to address wrinkles, fine lines, and loss of elasticity.
Hair Loss Treatments: We offer customised strengths of active ingredients like minoxidil, dutasteride, and finasteride, recommended by your doctor in formulations such as solutions and capsules for those who struggle with commercial medications. Additionally, we can combine medications, such as minoxidil with dutasteride or finasteride, to enhance effectiveness.
At Norwood Compounding, we understand that your skin is unique, and so are your skincare needs. That’s why we create personalised formulations tailored specifically to your condition, preferences, and lifestyle. Our products are available in a wide range of forms—creams, ointments, gels, lotions, and even oral medications when necessary—offering flexibility in application. For those who find commercial products ineffective or irritating, we adjust the concentration of active ingredients, ensuring a treatment that’s both gentle and effective. Our commitment is to provide skincare that is designed just for you.
Your journey with us begins with a thorough consultation, where we discuss your skin concerns and assess any prior treatments. Based on your dermatologist’s or healthcare provider’s prescription, we then create a customised formulation specifically for you. Since skincare needs can evolve, we also offer ongoing support and adjustments to your treatment, ensuring that your skin continues to benefit over time.
At Norwood Compounding, we offer a variety of compounded over-the-counter (OTC) medications, formulated to provide personalised relief and tailored solutions including:
Teething can be a difficult time for babies and their parents. While commercial teething gels are available, some parents prefer a more natural option or need a product with specific ingredients that suit their child’s needs. We offer teething gels that provide soothing relief for your little one, using ingredients that you feel comfortable with.
For minor skin procedures, piercings, or even sore gums, we offer custom-made numbing gels with the right concentration of anaesthetic for your specific use. Whether you need it for professional use or at home, we can create a gel that provides effective, localised pain relief.
Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) is a naturally occurring fatty acid that has been studied for its anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties. While not always available in standard pharmacies, we compound PEA capsules to help manage chronic pain, inflammation, and conditions like fibromyalgia. These capsules are made to your specific dosage requirements, ensuring the right strength for your needs.
Ipratropium Bromide nasal spray is an effective treatment for reducing nasal discharge. However, this product can be hard to find commercially. At Norwood Compounding, we can prepare a custom nasal spray to provide you with quick and reliable relief from a runny nose.
Motion sickness can quickly ruin a trip, but relief is available with Scopolamine gel. Often used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by motion sickness, our custom-made Scopolamine gel is an easy-to-apply solution that can be formulated at a strength suited to your needs. Simply apply behind the ear before travelling for lasting relief.
Choosing compounded OTC medications means opting for a personalised approach to over-the-counter relief. Each product is customised to meet your specific needs, allowing adjustments in dosage, ingredient selection, and form for a truly tailored experience. We can formulate these medications without certain additives like preservatives or dyes, ideal for those with allergies, sensitivities, or specific ingredient preferences. Our selection of dosage forms—including gels, creams, capsules, and sprays—also provides you with options that best fit your lifestyle and application needs. This level of personalization ensures that each medication aligns with your health requirements and comfort.
Your journey with Norwood Compounding starts with a consultation. During this initial discussion, we work with you directly or through your healthcare provider to understand your health needs and preferences, including any sensitivities or unique requirements. Based on these insights, our pharmacists prepare a custom formulation specifically designed for you or your loved ones.
Once your medication is compounded, it’s available for pick-up at our Norwood pharmacy, or we can arrange postage for added convenience. This tailored process ensures that you receive safe, effective medications made to match your unique health goals.
At Norwood Compounding, we believe that every member of your family deserves personalised care—including your pets. Just like humans, animals can experience a wide range of health conditions that require tailored treatments. However, standard medications aren’t always suitable for pets due to differences in size, species, or sensitivity to certain ingredients.
Veterinary compounding involves preparing customised medications for animals, tailored to their specific health conditions, size, and preferences. Whether your pet requires a different dosage than what’s commercially available, has allergies to certain ingredients, or refuses to take medications due to taste, compounded medications can solve these issues.
At Norwood Compounding, our pharmacists work closely with veterinarians to create safe and effective medications designed specifically for your pet, ensuring they receive the highest level of care.
Our compounding services address a variety of pet health conditions. For pets with behavioural issues, such as anxiety or stress, we offer calming compounds designed to help them feel more relaxed. For infections, we create custom antibiotics that are easy to administer, ensuring your pet receives the correct dose without the usual struggle. For skin conditions, such as allergic dermatitis or fungal infections, we prepare medicated creams or ointments that are gentle on your pet’s skin and formulated for effective relief.
Compounded medications offer several key benefits for pet health. Firstly, they allow for tailored dosages, ensuring that animals of all sizes—whether a small cat or a large dog—receive the precise amount of medication needed for their weight and condition.
Administering medications to pets can often be challenging, especially if they dislike the taste or texture; therefore, we compound medications into more palatable forms, such as flavoured liquids or transdermal gels, which can be applied to the skin, making the process stress-free.
Additionally, for pets sensitive to common ingredients found in commercial medications—like dyes, preservatives, or certain flavourings—we can create allergen-free formulations that are gentle and effective.
At Norwood Compounding, we offer a range of customisable veterinary medications, including oral suspensions and solutions. These flavoured liquids make it easier to administer medication to pets that resist taking pills. For pets that dislike oral medications, we prepare transdermal gels, which can be applied to the skin, providing a simple and effective option.
We also offer medicated creams and ointments for topical treatment of skin conditions or infections, and custom-made capsules in the correct dosage, ensuring suitability for animals of all sizes.
Norwood Compounding offers personalised service by collaborating closely with your veterinarian to ensure that each medication is customised to meet your pet’s unique needs. Our pharmacists are experts in veterinary compounding, ensuring your pet’s medication is formulated with safety and efficacy as top priorities.
We also provide pet-friendly flavours, such as chicken and tuna, to make medications more appealing and simplify administration. Quality assurance is at the heart of our process, with each compounded medication crafted from the highest-quality ingredients, ensuring your pet receives exceptional care.
Our process begins with a veterinarian consultation. After your veterinarian prescribes a compounded medication, we collaborate with them to create the most effective solution for your pet’s specific condition. Our pharmacists then prepare a customised formulation, adjusting the form, dosage, and flavour to meet your pet’s needs. Once your pet’s medication is ready, you can conveniently pick it up at our Norwood location or arrange for postage, making the process seamless and accessible.
