The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy & Compounding Centre Saskatoon

The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy & Compounding Centre Saskatoon Independently owned compounding pharmacy. We are an group of independently owned, PCCA licensed compounding pharmacies.

Compounding medications which aren't commercially available (pediatric, bio-identical hormones, pain creams, animal medications and more!). Owned and operated by Pharmacist Courtney Junop. We are proud to now serve our community from two locations!

103 Hospital Drive Saskatoon

1260 Baltzan Blvd, Saskatoon

Courtney has been working in compounding pharmacies since 1999 (originally a Pharmacy Technician). She graduated with a Bachelor's degree (BSP) in Pharmacy from the U of S in 2011. She is currently working towards a Fellowship in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine (FAARM) though the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (www.a4m.com). Our pharmacies have the capability and specialized equipment and training required to make medications which aren't commercially available. We can make medications into lollipops, gummi bears, liquids, suppositories, lipbalms, creams and more! We specialize in flavouring medications for children and can even mask the bad taste of the medication you already have. We specialize in women's health, bio-identical hormones, thyroid health, adrenal health and offer saliva testing and private consultations on hormone levels. We carry a wide array of Professional Only natural products including Metagenics (www.metagenics.com), AOR (www.aor.ca) and Douglas Labs (www.douglaslabs.ca). We are an Ideal Protein clinic- we sell Ideal Protein foods and offer this coaching for this unique weight loss program. We offer compression socks in over the counter and prescription strengths (Sigvaris)

We offer FREE prescription delivery throughout Saskatoon and have shipping options for patients located throughout Canada.

😷✨ Back-to-School Season = Allergy & Infection Season ✨😷Now that kids are back to school, it’s common to see a rise in r...
09/16/2025

😷✨ Back-to-School Season = Allergy & Infection Season ✨😷

Now that kids are back to school, it’s common to see a rise in respiratory infections, seasonal allergies, and sinus troubles. From stuffy noses to lingering coughs, these issues can disrupt learning, play, and family routines.

That’s where our pharmacy can help:
- Custom-flavoured medications to make treatment easier for kids
- Dye-free, preservative-free, or allergy-friendly options
- Nasal sprays, liquids, or capsules tailored to your child’s needs
- Nutritional support with high-quality supplements to strengthen immunity and overall wellness
- Collaborative care with providers to help ensure the right dose, in the right form

Ask your pharmacist about compounded solutions and supplement support to help your family stay healthy this school year.

🏋️ Understanding Muscle Loss in MenAs men age, maintaining muscle becomes increasingly important, but also more challeng...
09/15/2025

🏋️ Understanding Muscle Loss in Men

As men age, maintaining muscle becomes increasingly important, but also more challenging. Age-related muscle loss (sarcopenia) commonly begins in the 40s and accelerates after 60, leading to reduced strength, balance issues, and increased fall risk.

Muscle health isn't just about working out; it’s deeply influenced by other factors like:
- Decreased physical activity
- Lower protein or micronutrient intake
- Inflammatory conditions
- Declines in hormones such as testosterone or growth hormone

Healthcare providers are taking a holistic, personalized approach:
- Movement & resistance training help preserve strength and function.
- Nutrition plays a key role—protein, vitamin D, and essential amino acids support muscle maintenance.

At our compounding pharmacy, we’re proud to support these strategies by offering specialized formulations that align with individuals’ goals and clinical needs.💪

🩺 Hormone Therapy Reimagined: Separating Fact from FearFor years, women have been underrepresented in clinical research,...
09/13/2025

🩺 Hormone Therapy Reimagined: Separating Fact from Fear

For years, women have been underrepresented in clinical research, especially around menopause and estrogen therapy. Public fears, rooted largely in misinterpreted results from the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI), have overshadowed new evidence highlighting the benefits of hormone replacement for women under 60.

Today, experts emphasize the importance of offering evidence-based hormone therapy, tailored to each woman's unique needs and started at the right time, to support long-term health and quality of life.

This means working with compounding pharmacies and healthcare providers to deliver personalized solutions, not generic, one-size-fits-all treatments. Talk to our pharmacist today if you have questions about compounded hormone therapy and how it may be helpful.

https://www.medicine-shoppe.ca/bio-main.php

💛👶 Gentle Care for Delicate Skin 👶💛Diaper rash happens, but it doesn’t have to mean days of discomfort for your baby. Ou...
09/10/2025

💛👶 Gentle Care for Delicate Skin 👶💛

Diaper rash happens, but it doesn’t have to mean days of discomfort for your baby. Our compounding pharmacy can create soothing barrier creams that are made just for little ones.

✨ Why parents choose compounded creams:
- Helps soothe irritation and protects sensitive skin
- Customized with ingredients chosen for your baby’s needs
- Free from unnecessary dyes, fragrances, or additives

Because every baby deserves comfort and a happy smile. 💕

Ask our pharmacist about personalized options to keep diaper rash under control.

https://www.medicine-shoppe.ca/dermatology.php

✨ Acne Care: More Than Skin Deep ✨Acne is one of the most common skin conditions, affecting nearly 85% of teens and more...
09/09/2025

✨ Acne Care: More Than Skin Deep ✨

Acne is one of the most common skin conditions, affecting nearly 85% of teens and more than 50 million people in the U.S. It can appear as blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, or deep, painful cysts, and it often lingers well into adulthood.
Acne can impact confidence, cause scarring, and even contribute to anxiety or depression. That’s why personalized treatment matters.

💊 How Compounding Can Help:
- Tailored formulas to target clogged pores, bacteria, and inflammation
- Combination therapies in a single cream or gel for easier use
- Options free from irritating ingredients, dyes, or alcohol
- Treatments designed to fit each patient’s unique skin needs

🌿 Alongside the right skincare habits, compounded medications can help make acne treatment more effective.
✅ Early, consistent care doesn’t just treat acne — it helps prevent scarring and protects long-term skin health.

https://www.medicine-shoppe.ca/dermatology.php

❤️ Supporting Sexual Health for Men & Women ❤️Sexual health is an important part of overall well-being and quality of li...
09/06/2025

❤️ Supporting Sexual Health for Men & Women ❤️

Sexual health is an important part of overall well-being and quality of life, yet many people feel unsure about where to turn when challenges arise. Our pharmacy can offer personalized solutions to help individuals regain intimacy.

✨ For Men – Compounded therapies may be tailored to support performance, confidence, vitality, and hormone balance. From addressing low testosterone to creating specialized formulations.
✨ For Women – Customized treatments can help address comfort, desire, and hormonal changes that may occur during different life stages, including perimenopause and menopause. Compounded medications can be prepared in a variety of forms.

💛 Because every individual’s health journey is unique, compounding focuses on solutions that are as personal as your needs. Intimacy and confidence matter, and our pharmacy team is here to support you.

💊🌿 Finding the Right Balance Matters 🌿💊Did you know some medications can deplete essential nutrients in your body,  or e...
09/03/2025

💊🌿 Finding the Right Balance Matters 🌿💊

Did you know some medications can deplete essential nutrients in your body, or even interact with certain vitamins and supplements? These drug–nutrient interactions may affect how well your medicine works and how you feel each day.

Our pharmacists can review your medications and guide you toward high-quality supplements that work alongside your prescriptions.

✨ The goal: protecting your health, energy, and overall well-being.

🌿 LDN & Autoimmune Conditions 🌿Autoimmune diseases affect millions of people worldwide, and each condition comes with it...
09/02/2025

🌿 LDN & Autoimmune Conditions 🌿

Autoimmune diseases affect millions of people worldwide, and each condition comes with its own challenges. From chronic pain and fatigue to inflammation and organ involvement, the daily impact can be overwhelming.

💊 Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) is being explored as an option for individuals with autoimmune conditions such as:
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
- Crohn’s Disease
- Lupus

Research suggests that LDN may help by gently modulating the immune system, potentially reducing inflammatory activity and improving quality of life. While it’s not a cure, LDN offers hope for patients who haven’t found relief with standard therapies.

✨ Because LDN isn’t commercially available in low doses, compounding pharmacies play a key role in making it accessible. Our pharmacy works closely with providers to create personalized LDN formulations, including capsules or liquid suspensions.

✅ Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your treatment plan. LDN should be considered as part of a collaborative approach to autoimmune care.

How GLP-1 Medications Affect DigestionGLP-1 medications are powerful tools for managing blood sugar and supporting weigh...
08/30/2025

How GLP-1 Medications Affect Digestion

GLP-1 medications are powerful tools for managing blood sugar and supporting weight loss, but they can also slow down digestion. That delayed stomach emptying can lead to uncomfortable symptoms like bloating, nausea, indigestion, or feeling overly full after meals.

If dinner or evening snacks leave you feeling sluggish, you're not alone. These side effects are common and may make it harder to enjoy meals.

The good news? Digestive enzymes and other targeted supplements may help ease discomfort and support better digestion.

Talk to our pharmacy team to learn more about how to manage digestive side effects and feel your best while on GLP-1 therapy.

Common Men’s Health ConcernsFeeling tired, gaining weight, or noticing changes in performance? Low testosterone, erectil...
08/29/2025

Common Men’s Health Concerns

Feeling tired, gaining weight, or noticing changes in performance? Low testosterone, erectile dysfunction, prostate issues, and low libido are common concerns as men age, but they’re often ignored or blamed on stress.

Here’s the truth:
-Testosterone levels can start dropping in your 30s, bringing fatigue, sleep trouble, and mood changes.
- ED isn’t just about stress—it can warn of heart problems.
- Low libido may signal hormone imbalance or other health issues.
- Shifts in urinary habits can point to prostate changes.

The good news? Early attention and the right treatment can make a big difference. Our pharmacy partners with healthcare providers to create personalized, compounded medications.

Questions about symptoms or treatment options? Talk with our pharmacists today. We’re here to help you feel your best at every age.

https://www.medicine-shoppe.ca/andropause.php

Understanding the Benefits of Progesterone During MenopauseHot flashes. Sleepless nights. Mood swings. Menopause can bri...
08/25/2025

Understanding the Benefits of Progesterone During Menopause

Hot flashes. Sleepless nights. Mood swings. Menopause can bring major changes, but you don’t have to navigate them alone.

Progesterone plays a key role in helping women feel more balanced during and after menopause. When used as part of hormone therapy, it may help support bone health, heart health, mental clarity, and restful sleep. It also works with estrogen to help protect the uterus and ease common symptoms like night sweats and vaginal dryness.

Progesterone therapy isn't just for menopause; it may also help women with low hormone levels at other stages of life. It can be prescribed in several forms, including oral capsules, topical creams, and vaginal applications.

If you’re experiencing symptoms of hormone imbalance, our pharmacy team is here to help. Let’s talk about whether progesterone may be right for your wellness journey.

📍 Call or stop by to learn more today.

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Struggling with Hair Loss? We Can Help.Hair thinning or loss can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Our pharmacy o...
08/24/2025

Struggling with Hair Loss? We Can Help.

Hair thinning or loss can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Our pharmacy offers customized, compounded solutions designed to target the root causes of hair loss in both men and women.

From hormonal shifts to aging and stress, hair health changes over time. That’s why we work with providers to create treatments tailored to specific needs. Our formulas can combine proven ingredients like minoxidil, tretinoin, finasteride, and more, all in one easy-to-use solution.

If over-the-counter products haven’t worked, it may be time for something more personalized.

📍 Ask us today about compounded hair loss treatments.

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103 Hospital Drive
Saskatoon, SK
S7N0W8

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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