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Pharmacies making compounded medicines in Romania

We index 12 pharmacies with a pharmaceutical compounding laboratory, in 9 towns across the country. These pharmacies can make magistral and officinal preparations to order (creams, ointments, solutions, capsules) on a medical prescription. See the address, phone number and Google Maps route for each one — then call ahead to find out how long it will take.

12 Pharmacies with a laboratory
9 Towns covered
1 Chains / networks
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In short: HartaFarmacii indexes 12 pharmacies in Romania with a compounding laboratory, in 9 towns. A magistral (compounded) preparation is a medicine made to order in the pharmacy, on a prescription, for a specific patient — creams, ointments, solutions, capsules with exact doses. A magistral preparation needs a medical prescription; officinal preparations (standard formulas from the Pharmacopoeia) can also be dispensed without an individual prescription. Lead times vary: many simple preparations are ready the same day, others in 1–3 days. Call ahead. HartaFarmacii is free and needs no account.

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București 2 · Sector 1 2 · Sector 2 2 · Aiud 1 · Brașov 1 · Paulestii Noi 1 · Popești-Leordeni 1 · Sector 3 1 · Sector 5 1 ·

Why it matters

What compounded medicines are

A magistral preparation is a medicine made to order in the pharmacy's laboratory, specially for one patient, on a medical prescription. Unlike mass-produced medicines (made industrially, in fixed doses), a magistral preparation is formulated individually by the pharmacist: the strength, the form (cream, ointment, solution, capsules, suppositories) and the combination of substances are adapted to your case. We actively track 12 pharmacies with a laboratory in our database — because not every pharmacy can do this.

Magistral vs officinal

A magistral preparation is made from an individual prescription (the doctor specifies the substances and strengths). An officinal preparation is a standard formula from the Pharmacopoeia that the pharmacy can prepare without an individual prescription (for example, certain antiseptic solutions). Both need a properly equipped compounding laboratory.

When you need a magistral preparation

Most often: you need a strength that is not available on the market, you are allergic to an excipient in the industrial product, or you are a child or an older person who needs an adjusted dose. Dermatological preparations (personalised creams, ointments, pastes), exact-dose capsules for children and special solutions are the typical examples.

How long it takes and what it costs

Many simple preparations are ready the same day, but formulas with specially ordered substances can take 1–3 days. The price is the cost of the substances plus the laboratory fee and depends on how complex the formula is. Some prescribed preparations can be reimbursed if the substances are on the approved lists. Call the pharmacy with a laboratory beforehand to find out the lead time and the price.

Why not every pharmacy makes magistral preparations

Compounding needs an authorised laboratory with equipment (precision scales, ointment mills, capsule filling systems), quality pharmaceutical substances and a pharmacist skilled in formulation. Many modern pharmacies, especially in the large chains, no longer have their own laboratory. That is why we mark compounding capability explicitly — so you don't make wasted trips.

Where the data comes from (E-E-A-T)

The data comes from public sources: OpenStreetMap (ODbL), the chains' official websites and the information pharmacies publish about their services. We mark compounding as a separate service of the pharmacy. The information may be incomplete or out of date — call ahead to confirm the laboratory is working.

Important disclaimer

The information on this page is for guidance only and does not replace the advice of a doctor or pharmacist. A magistral preparation needs a medical prescription. Pharmacy data may be incomplete or out of date — always call the pharmacy first to confirm the laboratory can make the formula on your prescription and to find out the lead time.

By county

Compounded medicines by county

București

8 · · 5 towns

Alba County

1 · · 1 town

Brașov County

1 · · 1 town

Ilfov County

1 · · 1 town

Prahova County

1 · · 1 town

Chains and networks

Who has a laboratory

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Pharmacies with a compounding laboratory

The first 12 pharmacies with a laboratory in Romania, with address and phone number — call ahead for the lead time.

Frequently asked questions

FAQ · compounded medicines

  1. What is a magistral preparation?
    A magistral preparation is a medicine made to order in the pharmacy's laboratory, specially for one patient, on a medical prescription. Unlike mass-produced (industrial) medicines, a magistral preparation is formulated individually by the pharmacist: strength, form (cream, ointment, solution, capsules, suppositories) and combination of substances adapted to your case. As well as magistral preparations, pharmacies with a laboratory can also make officinal preparations — standard formulas from the Pharmacopoeia, without an individual prescription.
  2. Where can I find a pharmacy with a compounding laboratory?
    We index 12 pharmacies with a compounding laboratory in Romania, spread across 9 towns. Choose your town below or open the interactive map. Not every pharmacy has its own laboratory — this capability is marked explicitly in our data. Call ahead to confirm the laboratory can make the formula on your prescription and to find out the lead time.
  3. How long does a magistral preparation take?
    It depends on how complex the formula is and how busy the laboratory is. Many simple preparations (creams, solutions) are ready within a few hours or the same day, but formulas that need specially ordered substances can take 1–3 days. The safest thing is to call the pharmacy with a laboratory beforehand, ask about the lead time and leave the prescription as early as possible. For long-term treatments, collect the preparation a few days before you run out of your current supply.
  4. Do I need a prescription for a magistral preparation?
    Yes, a magistral preparation proper needs a medical prescription specifying the substances, strengths and form. The pharmacist prepares exactly what the doctor prescribed. Officinal preparations (standard formulas from the Pharmacopoeia, e.g. certain antiseptic solutions) can also be dispensed without an individual prescription. If you are not sure which type of preparation you need, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
  5. What kinds of magistral preparations do pharmacies make?
    Most often: dermatological preparations (creams, ointments, pastes, gels in personalised strengths), solutions (oral, for external use, for gargling), capsules with exact doses (especially useful for children, when no industrial dose exists), suppositories and pessaries, drops and syrups. Magistral preparations are particularly useful when a patient needs a strength that is not on the market, is allergic to an excipient, or is a child or an older person who needs an adjusted dose.
  6. How much does a magistral preparation cost?
    The price is worked out from the cost of the substances used plus the preparation fee (the laboratory charge). It varies a lot with the formula — a simple ointment can be cheap, while a formula with several active substances costs more. Some prescribed magistral preparations can be reimbursed if the substances are on the approved lists. Ask the pharmacist about the price and any reimbursement before you order the preparation.
  7. Why doesn't every pharmacy make magistral preparations?
    Compounding needs an authorised pharmaceutical compounding laboratory with equipment (precision scales, ointment mills, capsule filling systems), quality pharmaceutical substances and a pharmacist skilled in formulation. Many modern pharmacies, especially in large chains, no longer have their own laboratory and focus on mass-produced medicines. That is why compounding is a service we mark explicitly — so you don't make wasted trips.
  8. Where does the data on compounding pharmacies come from?
    The data comes from public sources: OpenStreetMap (ODbL), the chains' official websites and the information pharmacies publish about their services. We mark compounding as a separate service of the pharmacy. The information may be incomplete or out of date — a pharmacy can add or give up its laboratory without updating straight away. Call ahead to confirm the laboratory is working and can make your formula.

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