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By The Revelation Pharma Marketing Team / Lexi J., BHA., MBA (Marketing Assoc. of Patient Partnerships), Haleigh Wilkes, PharmD., & Joseph Drummond, PharmD.
In the world of pharmaceuticals, compounding pharmacies play a critical role in tailoring medications to meet the unique needs of patients. But not all compounding pharmacies are created equal. There are two primary types: 503A and 503B. Understanding the differences between these two can help you make more informed decisions about your healthcare. In this article, we'll break down these distinctions and explore the relevance of this topic to Revelation Pharma and the communities we serve.
Understanding 503A and 503B Compounding Pharmacies
The distinction between 503A and 503B compounding pharmacies stems from the Drug Quality and Security Act (DQSA) of 2013. This act was introduced to enhance the safety and quality of compounded medications.
Compounders can help relieve drug shortages, says Revelation Pharma’s CEO, but they need help from the FDA. Shawn Hodges was interviewed for the latest edition of Pharmaceutical Executive for a piece called “Drug Shortages May Have a Compounding Solution” where he discussed how 503B pharmacies can fill the gaps caused by commercial pharma shortages and logistics issues.
“If you look at the problem in general, the shortages are being caused by manufacturing problems, supply chain issues, economic factors, and regulatory issues. There are opportunities in certain instances where compounding pharmacies can fill the void until the manufacturers are able to produce the products.”
Shawn is just one of the amazing team members at Revelation
Revelation Pharma is expanding literally from coast to coast with its acquisitions of Taylors Pharmacy in Florida and Key Compounding in Washington State. There are now 16 members of the Revelation family.
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The acquisition helps Revelation Pharma, a national network of 503A and 503B compounding pharmacies, spread its dedication to providing industry-best patient care and solutions, while making it more convenient for more patients to access Revelation’s vast range of compounding services.
Taylors Pharmacy is a thriving nationwide independent pharmacy based in Florida
Shawn dives into the pressing issue of how compounded medications can and should be marketed — and how both transparency and regulatory practices play essential roles in that marketing. (Not only was Shawn included, he's the only compounding pharmacy executive named in the article.)
Shawn is just one of the amazing team members at Revelation Pharma, which isn't surprising — Revelation is officially a Great Place