503A Pharmacy (what we use)
State-licensed pharmacy that compounds medication for an individual patient based on a prescription from a licensed provider.
Pharmacy Facts
Prescribed, compounded, and made for you.
503B Outsourcing Facility
FDA-registered facility that compounds in larger batches, typically for clinics and hospitals.
Research Use Only sellers
Not pharmacies. Products are labeled not for human use, are not prescribed, and are not reviewed by a provider.
The difference
Why it matters
- Provider review before anything ships
- Pharmacy oversight by a state board
- You know exactly where your medication comes from
Compounded medications are not FDA-approved.
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