Pediatrics
Caring for Children with Attention & Kindness
When your child is under the care of a skilled pediatric team, you want more than check-ups—you want someone who understands childhood in all its mess, energy, wonder and worry.
Board Certified pharmacists,
compounding with passion
Why the Pediatric Approach Matters
Children's bodies process things differently. Their tastes, moods, and even how they swallow medicine, everything shifts.
That’s why pediatric care often needs a different approach: dosages that adjust for size, medications that suit smaller bodies, and formats (liquid, chewable, gummy) that don’t trigger resistance. Commercially manufactured drug forms sometimes may not meet the needs of every child. Thesis Pharmacy works with pediatricians to provide high quality, customized pediatric medications.
Request Personalized GuidanceCustomised Pediatric Medication: A Game-Changer
In many cases, commercially manufactured medicines simply don’t fit the bill for a child’s unique situation.
Here are some typical scenarios where special pediatric medication makes a difference:
- Flavour matters: Kids often refuse medicine because the taste is awful (or they know it’s “medicine time” and resist). Custom-flavoured preparations help.
- Alternate dosage forms: Swallowing tablets is hard for many. Liquids, gels, gummies, even pacifier-compatible forms help younger patients.
- Ingredient sensitivities: Some children must avoid sugar, gluten, soy, dyes or casein. Compounded formulations can honour those requirements.
- Specific conditions: Whether it’s pain relief, respiratory issues, skin disorders, fever blisters, or diabetes—medication needs to match the child’s size, age, condition and tolerances.
Conditions & Situations Common in Pediatrics
Typical areas where paediatric-specific care is essential include:
- Respiratory disorders (think asthma, recurrent infections)
- Skin issues (eczema, diaper rash, infections)
- Oral thrush, cold sores or fever blisters
- Chronic conditions in children (diabetes, allergy reactions)
- Pain management tailored for a younger body
- Head lice and other childhood nuisances
Compounded Medications for Pediatrics
Pediatrics
Aloe vera / Vitamin E in Copasil Scar Gel
Gel
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Amitriptyline / Baclofen / Gaba
Cream
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Amitriptyline / Baclofen / Ketamine
Cream
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Amitriptyline HCl
Oral Suspension
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Baclofen
Suppository
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Betamethasone (BET)
Capsule
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Betamethasone / Gentamicin (BET-G)
Capsule
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Betamethasone / Gentamicin / Mupirocin (BET-GM)
Capsule
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Betamethasone Valerate / Miconazole / Mupirocin
Cream
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Betamethasone Valerate / Miconazole / Mupirocin
Ointment
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Betamethasone Valerate / Mupirocin / Nystatin
Ointment
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Budesonide
Oral Suspension
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Cholestyramine / Antacid in Aquaphor
Ointment
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Cholestyramine / Antacid in Aquaphor
Paste
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Ciprofloxacin / Fluconazole
Powder (Insufflator Use)
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Clonidine HCl
Oral Suspension
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Cyanocobalamin
Cream
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Guanfacine
Oral Suspension
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Happy Hiney (Zinc Oxide / Cholestyramine)
Ointment
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate
Oral Suspension
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Hydroxyzine
Oral Suspension
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Lansoprazole
Oral Suspension
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Magic Mouthwash (Antacid + Lidocaine + Diphenhydramine ± Anti-infective)
Mouthwash
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Mastoid Powder (CIPRO / DEX Acetate / CLOTRIM / BORIC)
Capsule Powder (Ear Insert)
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Meloxicam
Oral Suspension
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Metronidazole
Oral Suspension
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Naltrexone / Diphenhydramine / Vit. B12 / Vit. D3
Cream
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Omeprazole
Oral Suspension
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Ondansetron
Lollipop
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Promethazine HCl
Topical Cream
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Propranolol HCl
Oral Suspension
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Triamcinolone Acetonide / Cyanocobalamin
Cream
*Not FDA Approved.
Pediatrics
Zinc Pyrithione / Clobetasol / Vitamin E / Cyanocobalamin
Cream
*Not FDA Approved.
Give Your Child Medication That Fits Their Needs
Finding the right form makes treatment smoother for everyone. From liquids to chewables and gummies, pediatric-friendly options help ensure comfort, consistency, and fewer struggles at medication time. Reach out for guidance on the best form for your child.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the medicine be made into a liquid, gummy or flavour-friendly version?
Many medications can be prepared as liquids, gummies, or flavored forms through compounding, depending on the active ingredient.
Does it avoid ingredients my child is sensitive to (sugar, gluten, dyes)?
Yes. Compounding allows medications to be prepared without sugar, gluten, dyes, or other unwanted additives.
Do I need a prescription for compounded pediatric medications?
Yes. Compounded pediatric medications require a prescription from your child’s healthcare provider to ensure safety, accuracy, and proper dosing.
What’s the easiest form for my child to take reliably?
Absolutely. Our pharmacists regularly consult with healthcare providers to optimize outcomes.
