Compounding medications allow the physician to specify exact dosage amounts as well as add or subtract ingredients you may or may not need.

 

Compounds have been used for a wide range of therapy and (depending on the medication) and may be created in capsule, cream and lotion form. A benefit to a cream or lotion compound (or topical compound) is its ability to be applied directly to the affected area and is absorbed through the skin - avoiding stomach irritations to certain medications.