Paediatrics

Compounded Medications for Children - Making Medicines Easier to Take

If your child struggles to take pills or tablets—whether due to age, taste sensitivity, or difficulty swallowing—custom compounded medications may offer a solution. Speak to your doctor about whether compounding is right for your child.

What Are Compounded Medications?

Compounded medications are individually prepared prescriptions designed to meet a child’s specific needs. Unlike standard medications, these are custom-made in alternative forms that are easier to take and often better tolerated.

Child-Friendly Forms Available:

• Liquid Suspensions
  Ideal for young children, these are easy to swallow and can be flavoured for improved taste. A modern alternative to traditional cough syrups.

• Troches
  These small lozenge-like forms dissolve under the tongue, allowing direct absorption into the bloodstream. They are gentle on the digestive system and easy to administer.

• Flavoured Powders
  Designed to be mixed into food or drinks, these powders make it simple to ensure the full dose is taken without resistance.

Why Choose Compounded Medications?

• Customised Flavours
  Flavouring options like bubblegum, chocolate, and butterscotch help make medicine time more agreeable.

• Tailored Formulations
  Dosages can be adjusted to suit age and weight, and ingredients can be modified to exclude allergens or unnecessary additives.

• Prepared for Safety and Efficacy
  All compounded medications at Newtons’ Pharmacy are made in a regulated, state-of-the-art compounding facility to meet strict safety and quality standards.

Important Safety Note

Crushing tablets at home can lead to inaccurate dosing and reduce a medication’s effectiveness. Compounding provides a professional and safe alternative, ensuring stability and consistent therapeutic benefit.