dan_philly said:

Compounding pharmacy red flag checklist for compounded supply — if ANY of these apply, find a different source: No verifiable physical address No…

Compounding pharmacy licensing verification for compounded supply: before ordering, verify your pharmacy's credentials:

1. State Board of Pharmacy license — check on your state BOP website
2. FDA registration (for 503B) — check on fda.gov
3. DEA registration if handling controlled substances
4. PCAB accreditation — voluntary but demonstrates commitment to quality
5. USP <797>/<800> compliance for sterile compounding

This takes 10 minutes of research and could save you from receiving substandard or unsafe medication.

dan_philly said:

Compounding pharmacy red flag checklist for compounded supply — if ANY of these apply, find a different source: No verifiable physical address No…

This answered a question I did not know how to ask. Taking it to my next appointment.

Adding the clinical framing, because it changes how the question reads.

Price comparison for compounded supply across sources I've used:

I use the 503B option — best balance of quality, cost, and legality. The brand price is insane but insurance can help if you qualify.

LibrarianMeg said:

Price comparison for compounded supply across sources I've used: Source Monthly Cost Type Purity Verified Brand (Ozempic) $904 FDA-approved N/A…

Mine went the same way, slower.

LibrarianMeg said:

Price comparison for compounded supply across sources I've used: Source Monthly Cost Type Purity Verified Brand (Ozempic) $904 FDA-approved N/A…

GMP compliance checklist relevant to compounded supply compounding quality:

• Clean room environment with HEPA filtration
• Environmental monitoring (viable and non-viable)
• Personnel training and competency assessment
• Validated analytical methods for testing
• Stability testing program
• Complete batch records and traceability
• Quality management system with deviation handling

A 503B pharmacy following cGMP should be able to answer questions about ALL of these if you ask. Don't be afraid to ask — it's your health.