<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Lone Star Chemist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lone Star Chemist is a Corpus Christi retail and compounding pharmacy providing personalized medications and local patient and provider support.]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:07:58 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.lonestarchemist.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Prescription Transfer vs. Refill Request: What's the Difference?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prescription transfers and refill requests are related, but they solve different pharmacy needs. Knowing which one you need can make the process easier. A refill request A refill request is used when a prescription is already with your current pharmacy and you want another fill under that prescription. Whether the refill can be processed depends on the prescription and any remaining authorization. A prescription transfer A transfer request is used when you want an eligible prescription moved...]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/prescription-transfer-vs-refill-request-what-s-the-difference</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ac2db65901c627fc3d1394f</guid><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 23:04:05 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Choosing a Local Pharmacy in Corpus Christi: Questions to Ask]]></title><description><![CDATA[Choosing a pharmacy is about more than location. Patients may also want to consider communication, prescription support, ease of contacting the pharmacy team, and whether the pharmacy can help with both routine and more individualized prescription needs. Can you reach the pharmacy team when you have a question? Clear communication matters. Ask how patients can contact the pharmacy with prescription questions, refill questions, transfer requests, or concerns about the next step. Does the...]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/choosing-a-local-pharmacy-in-corpus-christi-questions-to-ask</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ac2db65901c627fc3d13950</guid><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 23:04:05 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Patient Pharmacy Checklist: What Information to Have Ready]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting with a new pharmacy is easier when the pharmacy has accurate information from the beginning. A few basic details can help the team identify you correctly and coordinate your prescriptions. Basic contact information Be ready to provide your name, date of birth, current phone number, and other contact information requested by the pharmacy. Current prescription information If you are transferring an eligible prescription, the pharmacy may ask for the name of your current pharmacy and...]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/new-patient-pharmacy-checklist-what-information-to-have-ready</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ac2db65901c627fc3d13951</guid><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 23:04:05 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prescription Refills: What Patients Should Know Before Requesting One]]></title><description><![CDATA[A refill request is simple in many cases, but the pharmacy still has to confirm that the prescription is eligible to be refilled. Check whether refills remain A prescription may include authorized refills, or it may require a new prescription from the prescriber before the pharmacy can dispense more medication. Request before you run out Submitting a refill request before the medication is gone gives the pharmacy time to review the prescription and address any issue that may require...]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/prescription-refills-what-patients-should-know-before-requesting-one</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ac2dabdd926e3d9b006969a</guid><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 23:01:17 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Transfer a Prescription to a Local Pharmacy in Corpus Christi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Switching pharmacies can be straightforward when you know what information the receiving pharmacy needs and which prescriptions are eligible to transfer. Start with the receiving pharmacy Contact the pharmacy you want to use and provide the information requested for the transfer. This may include your name, date of birth, the current pharmacy, and the prescription you want transferred. Some prescriptions may need a new prescription Transfer eligibility depends on the medication, prescription...]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/how-to-transfer-a-prescription-to-a-local-pharmacy-in-corpus-christi</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ac2dabdd926e3d9b0069699</guid><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 23:01:17 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Information Does a Compounding Pharmacy Need From Your Prescriber?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A patient and provider guide to the prescription details a compounding pharmacy reviews, including medication, strength, dosage form, directions, quantity, and formulation questions.]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/what-information-does-compounding-pharmacy-need-from-prescriber</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aac7936c277db7715a83dbe</guid><category><![CDATA[Compounding Education]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:35:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Should I Ask My Compounding Pharmacist Before Pickup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A practical checklist of questions to ask before picking up a compounded prescription, including use, storage, measuring, ingredients, refills, and follow-up.]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/questions-to-ask-compounding-pharmacist-before-pickup</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aac7936c277db7715a83dbf</guid><category><![CDATA[Compounding Education]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:35:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Patient-Specific Compounded Prescriptions Start With Your Healthcare Provider]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn why patient-specific compounding begins with a licensed healthcare provider and how the prescriber and pharmacist work together on customized prescriptions.]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/why-compounded-prescriptions-start-with-healthcare-provider</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aac7936c277db7715a83dbd</guid><category><![CDATA[Compounding Education]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:35:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Compounding Pharmacy Near Me in Corpus Christi: What Should I Look For?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A practical Corpus Christi guide to choosing a compounding pharmacy, including questions about prescriptions, dosage forms, provider communication, ingredients, and patient support.]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/compounding-pharmacy-near-me-corpus-christi-what-to-look-for</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aac7936c277db7715a83dbc</guid><category><![CDATA[Compounding Education]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:35:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Long Does a Compounded Prescription Take? What Affects Preparation Time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn why compounded prescription preparation time can vary based on formulation review, dosage form, ingredients, prescriber clarification, and pharmacy workflow.]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/how-long-does-compounded-prescription-take</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aac7936c277db7715a83dbb</guid><category><![CDATA[Compounding Education]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:35:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sexual Wellness Compounding: A Patient Guide to Customized Prescriptions]]></title><description><![CDATA[A discreet, educational guide to provider-directed sexual wellness compounding, customized prescription strengths, dosage forms, and pharmacy review.]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/sexual-wellness-compounding-customized-prescriptions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aac77f277684b726ca20159</guid><category><![CDATA[Compounding Education]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:29:54 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Compounded IV Preparations: What Patients and Providers Should Know]]></title><description><![CDATA[An educational guide to patient-specific compounded IV preparations, pharmacy preparation, provider administration, and Lone Star Chemist's role.]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/compounded-iv-preparations-patient-provider-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aac77f277684b726ca2015c</guid><category><![CDATA[Compounding Education]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:29:54 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hair &#38; Scalp Compounding: Customized Topical Prescriptions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn how patient-specific hair and scalp compounding can customize prescribed strengths, topical dosage forms, and formulation details when appropriate.]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/hair-scalp-compounding-customized-topical-prescriptions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aac77f277684b726ca2015d</guid><category><![CDATA[Compounding Education]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:29:54 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Allergy-Friendly Compounding: What Can Be Changed in a Prescription?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn how a compounded prescription may sometimes adjust certain dyes, flavors, fillers, bases, or other inactive ingredients when feasible and prescribed.]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/allergy-friendly-compounding-what-can-be-changed</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aac77f277684b726ca2015b</guid><category><![CDATA[Compounding Education]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:29:54 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Provider FAQ: Sending a Patient-Specific Compounded Prescription]]></title><description><![CDATA[A practical provider FAQ on sending patient-specific compounded prescriptions, including strength, dosage form, formulation details, and pharmacist communication.]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/provider-faq-sending-compounded-prescription</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aac77f277684b726ca2015a</guid><category><![CDATA[Compounding Education]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:29:54 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Compounding for Pets in Corpus Christi: What Pet Owners Should Know]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Corpus Christi pet-owner guide to veterinary compounding, including customized dosage forms, flavors, veterinarian direction, and important FDA considerations.]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/pet-veterinary-compounding-corpus-christi</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aac762aea7c1d3d266cdbec</guid><category><![CDATA[Compounding Education]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:22:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pain Management Compounding: Understanding Patient-Specific Dosage Forms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn how pain management compounding can support a prescriber's patient-specific strength or dosage-form request without replacing clinical diagnosis or treatment decisions.]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/pain-management-compounding-patient-specific-dosage-forms</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aac762aea7c1d3d266cdbee</guid><category><![CDATA[Compounding Education]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:22:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can a Compounding Pharmacy Remove Dyes, Flavors or Other Inactive Ingredients?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn when a compounded prescription may be able to adjust certain dyes, flavors, fillers, or other inactive ingredients and why pharmacy review is still required.]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/can-compounding-pharmacy-remove-dyes-inactive-ingredients</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aac762aea7c1d3d266cdbed</guid><category><![CDATA[Compounding Education]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:22:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Medication Dosage Forms: Creams, Liquids, Capsules and Other Compounded Options]]></title><description><![CDATA[A practical guide to why a prescriber may request a compounded cream, liquid, capsule, topical preparation, or another suitable dosage form for an individual patient.]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/compounded-medication-dosage-forms-creams-liquids-capsules</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aac762aea7c1d3d266cdbeb</guid><category><![CDATA[Compounding Education]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:22:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hormone Therapy Compounding: What Patients Should Know About Customized Prescriptions]]></title><description><![CDATA[A patient-focused guide to provider-directed hormone therapy compounding, including customized strengths, dosage forms, pharmacy review, and what to ask before filling.]]></description><link>https://www.lonestarchemist.com/post/hormone-therapy-compounding-customized-prescriptions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aac762aea7c1d3d266cdbea</guid><category><![CDATA[Compounding Education]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:22:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Pharmacy Team</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>