For highly specialised formulations — such as certain sterile preparations or complex combinations — that need equipment beyond what’s held in-store, Example Pharmacy 3 takes your prescription and arranges preparation through an accredited specialist compounding pharmacy on your behalf. 

You’re seen in person both when you drop off your prescription and when you collect your finished medicine.

It means access to specialist formulations you couldn’t otherwise get in-store, without needing to find and manage a specialist compounding pharmacy yourself.

This service may be suitable if you:

• Have a prescription for a highly specialised formulation that needs equipment beyond what Example Pharmacy 3 holds in-store
• Would like Example Pharmacy 3 to arrange this on your behalf, rather than approaching a specialist compounding pharmacy directly

This isn’t suitable for everyday, straightforward formulations — ask Example Pharmacy 3 what’s the right fit for your prescription.

• Requires a valid prescription.
• Turnaround time is generally longer than in-store compounding, since your medicine is prepared off-site — confirm an estimated timeframe with Example Pharmacy 3.
• Cost may also differ from in-store compounding — confirm with Example Pharmacy 3.

Discuss the appropriateness of any compounded formulation with your prescriber.

Before Your Visit

Be prepared to discuss:

• Your prescription or clinical need
• Any allergies or intolerances to specific ingredients
• The formulation you need

During Your Visit

When you drop off your prescription, your pharmacist will review your requirements and arrange preparation through an accredited specialist compounding pharmacy.

You’ll be seen in person again when you return to collect your finished medicine, with advice on how to use it correctly.

Do I need a prescription?

Yes, a valid prescription is required.

How long does it take?

This is generally longer than in-store compounding, since your medicine is prepared off-site — Example Pharmacy 3 can give you an estimated timeframe when you drop off your script.

Will I deal with the specialist compounding pharmacy directly?

No — you drop off and collect your prescription at Example Pharmacy 3, who arranges everything with the specialist compounding pharmacy on your behalf.