Dr.RaviCardio said:Compounding pharmacy customer here with experience relevant to compounded supply.
This is my experience too, for whatever a second data point is worth.
Dr.RaviCardio said:Compounding pharmacy customer here with experience relevant to compounded supply.
Compounding pharmacy licensing verification for compounded supply: before ordering, verify your pharmacy's credentials:
- State Board of Pharmacy license — check on your state BOP website
- FDA registration (for 503B) — check on fda.gov
- DEA registration if handling controlled substances
- PCAB accreditation — voluntary but demonstrates commitment to quality
- USP <797>/<800> compliance for sterile compounding
This takes 10 minutes of research and could save you from receiving substandard or unsafe medication.
Dr.RaviCardio said:Compounding pharmacy customer here with experience relevant to compounded supply.
Vendor communication red flags for compounded supply:
- Won't provide COA before purchase — walk away
- Claims "100% pure" without analytical data — unrealistic
- No physical address or phone number — accountability matters
- Pushes you to buy more than you need — pressure tactics
- Won't answer questions about their compounding process — transparency is key
- Payment only via crypto or wire transfer — legitimate pharmacies accept cards
A legitimate compounding pharmacy operates like a healthcare business, not a gray market dealer.
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labquiet_amy said:Vendor communication red flags for compounded supply: Won't provide COA before purchase — walk away Claims "100% pure" without analytical data —…
I have been on both brand and compounded, and in the context of compounded supply, my experience has been equivalent with both. The key is finding a reliable 503B pharmacy with independent testing.