When you prescribe a compounded medication, the quality of the formula behind it matters. Mixwell Compounding Pharmacy in Chino, CA is a PCCA member pharmacy — which means the formulations we prepare are drawn from a rigorously developed, stability-tested database built by a dedicated team of pharmacists and scientists. Here's what that means for you and your patients.
🏛️ What Is PCCA?
PCCA (Professional Compounding Centers of America) is the compounding industry's leading provider of pharmaceutical-grade ingredients, tested base technology, and a professionally developed formulation database. As a PCCA member, Mixwell has access to formulas that have been researched, developed, and stability-tested before they ever reach the compounding bench.
🔬 The Rigor Behind Every PCCA Formula
According to PCCA, its Formulation Development team develops, reviews, tests, and refines the formulations in its database — evaluating every formula against a demanding set of criteria.
PCCA reports that each formulation request is reviewed for:
Clinical need
Does the formula fill a therapeutic gap for patients?
Feasibility
Will it compound well? Is it chemically compatible?
Regulatory compliance
Does it meet FDA 503A and USP requirements?
Stability & performance
Will it hold up for its full beyond-use date?
❓ What is FormulaPlus™?
Per PCCA, FormulaPlus™ formulas are extended beyond-use-date formulations tested using stability study protocols with stability-indicating assays, plus USP <51> antimicrobial effectiveness and container-closure testing where applicable. Some are "bracketed," meaning a single validated study applies across a range of strengths. PCCA notes these studies can cost significant resources to develop — a level of testing rigor that supports confidence in the finished preparation.
🧴 PCCA Base Technology — Matched to the Route
Many compounded preparations are available in oral, transdermal, and vaginal forms — and the transdermal route is a frequent prescriber preference for suitable actives. Mixwell selects PCCA base technology to match the intended route and release profile.
💎 Popular PCCA Bases We Use
Lipoderm®
PCCA's flagship permeation-enhancing transdermal base, widely used for delivering actives through the skin with an elegant feel.
PermE8™
An anhydrous permeation-enhancing gel supporting extended default beyond-use dates and multi-active formulations.
SuspendIt® / Anhydrous SuspendIt®
Suspension base technology developed to support consistent oral suspensions, including for actives sensitive to water.
MucoLox™
A mucoadhesive base designed to adhere to mucosal tissue, supporting retention for localized preparations.
WO6™
An anhydrous, emollient base with a smooth finish for oxidation-prone actives — topical use.
❓ Why does the base matter?
The base is the vehicle that carries an active ingredient. It influences how the preparation is delivered, how stable it remains through its beyond-use date, and how it feels for the patient. Selecting a base matched to the route and the active is a key part of preparing a quality compounded medication.
⭐ Mixwell's Advantage — What PCCA Membership Means for You
🩺 For Prescribers
- Formulas drawn from a researched, stability-tested database
- Preparations built to FDA 503A and USP standards
- Route-matched PCCA base technology for your prescription
- A pharmacy team that understands base selection and compatibility
🌿 For Patients
- Preparations made from professionally developed formulas
- Elegant, well-formulated creams, capsules & suspensions
- Formulations tailored to the prescriber's plan
- Prepared by a licensed compounding pharmacy team
🛡️ Our Standards
Mixwell Compounding Pharmacy is a PCCA member pharmacy and a state-licensed California non-sterile compounding pharmacy operating under USP <800><795> standards. Our pharmacists review every prescription and select the formulation and base suited to your patient's needs.
🚀 How to Send a Prescription
- Specify the active(s), strength, dosage form, route, and any base preference on your prescription.
- Fax or e-prescribe to Mixwell Compounding Pharmacy in Chino, CA.
- Call (909) 378-7301 to confirm the formulation and current turnaround time.
- Your patient picks up at our Chino pharmacy, or we can deliver — we serve patients across California.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that Mixwell is a PCCA member pharmacy?
It means Mixwell has access to PCCA's pharmaceutical-grade ingredients, tested base technology, and professionally developed formulation database — resources researched and stability-tested before reaching the compounding bench.
What is a FormulaPlus™ formula?
According to PCCA, FormulaPlus™ formulas are extended beyond-use-date formulations validated through stability study protocols using stability-indicating assays, with USP <51> antimicrobial effectiveness and container-closure testing where applicable.
Which PCCA base is used for transdermal preparations?
Lipoderm® is PCCA's flagship permeation-enhancing transdermal base. PermE8™ is an anhydrous permeation-enhancing option. The prescriber may specify a preference, or our pharmacists can advise on base selection.
Can Mixwell prepare oral, transdermal, and vaginal forms?
Yes. Many formulas are available across oral, transdermal, and vaginal routes, and we select the PCCA base matched to the route. The prescriber determines the appropriate route and form.
Are compounded preparations FDA-approved?
No. Compounded preparations are not FDA-approved and are prepared individually pursuant to a valid prescription. PCCA develops its formulas to meet FDA 503A and USP requirements.
Does Mixwell accept insurance?
Mixwell does not accept insurance. Call (909) 378-7301 for current pricing.
Partner With a PCCA Member Pharmacy
Mixwell Compounding Pharmacy
13788 Roswell Ave, Ste 158 · Chino, CA 91710
PCCA Member · CA Licensed · USP <795> · Non-Sterile Compounding · Delivery Across California
📞 Call (909) 378-7301Source: PCCA. "What Goes Into a PCCA Formula?" The PCCA Blog, 2025. Available at pccarx.com/Blog/what-goes-into-a-pcca-formula. Formulation database size, review criteria, FormulaPlus™ testing protocols, and base technology (Lipoderm®, PermE8™, SuspendIt®, Anhydrous SuspendIt®, MucoLox™, WO6™) as described in PCCA published materials. | Educational information for licensed prescribers; not a substitute for clinical judgment. Reviewed by Mixwell Compounding Pharmacy compounding team, Chino, CA.