Pharmacy compounding is the process of creating personalized medications tailored to meet the specific needs of individual patients. This practice allows pharmacists to combine, mix, or alter ingredients to produce a medication that may not be commercially available. Compounding can address issues such as allergies to certain ingredients, dosage adjustments, or unique delivery methods. Compounded medications can include creams, capsules, or liquid formulations. Compounding pharmacies must adhere to strict regulations to ensure safety and efficacy. This practice is especially beneficial for patients with unique health conditions, such as children or those requiring hormone therapy, who may need customized treatments.