title: Compounding in veterinary ophthalmology.
abstract: Compounded medications provide treatment options that can improve the clinical outcome for patients, improve compliance, and increase the potential for cure. This article provides an overview of the types and uses of compounded ophthalmic products in veterinary practice as well as criteria for selecting a pharmacist skilled in sterile compounding.
authors.affiliation: Wedgewood Pharmacy, 405 Heron Drive, Swedesboro, NJ 08085, USA. pharm@wedgewoodpharmacy.com
authors.forename: George J
authors.initials: GJ
authors.lastname: Malmberg
authors.forename: Renee
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Lupo
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D000829:Animals, Domestic; D004339:Drug Compounding / Q000662:veterinary; D005128:Eye Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000662:veterinary*; D009883:Ophthalmic Solutions / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000737:chemistry*
chemical_list: D009883:Ophthalmic Solutions