Equine pharmacy merges with compounding pharmacy

(Photo courtesy of Wedgewood)

Precision Equine Pharmacy, a provider of nearly 100 compounded equine medications, based in Bakersfield, California, has now fully integrated with New Jersey-based pharmacy Wedgewood. Now under Wedgewood Equine, the integration will allow the pharmacy to provide a more extensive range of compounded equine medications and services, according to a news release.¹

"Expanding our services and offerings to the equine community is a pivotal part of our strategy for the future. This exciting integration represents our commitment to providing comprehensive, specialized medications and services that meet the evolving needs of equine veterinarians and horse owners alike,” Alejandro Bernal, CEO of Wedgewood, said in the release.¹ “We are dedicated to enhancing our capabilities and ensuring that Wedgewood remains at the forefront of veterinary pharmaceutical innovation, setting new standards for care and excellence in the industry."

Medications will now be shipped from any of Wedgewood’s pharmacies in New Jersey, Arizona, Kentucky, or California. Moreover, there may be variations in how medication names and strengths are displayed on the label, but the amount of the active ingredient will remain consistent, according to the company. There may also be changes in medications’ inactive ingredients, appearance, consistency, color, scent, texture, scoop sizes, particle size, and powder quantity. Additionally, certain oral liquids will now come in additional flavors, including apple, molasses, apple-molasses, peppermint, tutti-frutti, vanilla butternut, banana, chicken, fish, liver, and/or cricket.² According to Wedgewood, this merge will also result in extended service hours and “more convenient online ordering options” at Wedgewood’s website.¹

"We are thrilled to bring Precision customers a broader range of medications and solutions, along with an expanded support team. This integration enhances our ability to serve the equine community more effectively. This is more than a merger; it is a celebration of shared values and visions. We look forward to a future where our combined expertise leads to better outcomes for veterinarians, horse owners, and the animals we all care deeply about," Susan Welch-McCulloch, director of Business Development, Equine & Special Markets for Wedgewood, stated in the release.¹

In 2023, after merging with Blue Rabbit, a home delivery and prescription management platform, Wedgewood purchased Precision along with Wickliffe Pharmacy in Lexington, Kentucky, and Brava Pharmacy in Novato, California. Wickliffe is set to finalize its integration later this year. Additionally, Blue Rabbit operates as Wedgewood’s platform for PIMS-integrated e-prescribing and home delivery, according to the company.

“We are thrilled to welcome Precision and its talented team into our family. The incredible business and community that Precision has cultivated are truly remarkable. Together, we will harness our combined strengths to develop a best-in-class equine experience, providing unparalleled service to the equine community," commented Jackie Bernard, head of Wedgewood Equine, in the organizational release.¹

References

1. New name, same mission: Precision Equine Pharmacy completes integration with Wedgewood. News release. Wedgewood Pharmacy. July 29, 2024. Accessed July 30, 2024. https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240729856233/en/New-Name-Same-Mission-Precision-Equine-Pharmacy-Completes-Integration-with-Wedgewood
2. A new era of equine care: Precision and Wedgewood. Wedgewood Pharmacy. Accessed July 30, 2024. https://info.wedgewoodpharmacy.com/precision_transition