Your Health, Our Priority
A Family-Focused Pharmacy in Santa Monica
Central Pharmacy, a non-sterile compounding pharmacy in the heart of Santa Monica, California, has been providing personalized and compassionate care to our patients for over 70 years. We take pride in offering comprehensive pharmaceutical services with an unwavering commitment to quality, service, and expertise.
Our Expertise and Services
Central Pharmacy specializes in compounding medications - creating custom-designed medications tailored to individual patient needs. We offer solutions for a diverse range of health concerns, including:
- Hormone replacement therapy for women and men undergoing menopause, puberty, or other hormonal imbalances
- Pain management through custom-made creams, gels, and patches
- Dermatology solutions for skin conditions like acne, eczema, and psoriasis
- Children's medications formulated according to individual growth and development needs
- Animal health compounds to support the health and well-being of pets
Beyond Traditional Medication
Beyond traditional prescriptions, we also provide:
- Sublingual medication options for GLP-1 (such as Rybelsus) to effectively manage weight loss without injections
- Free parking for our valued customers
- Convenient shipping options for those beyond Santa Monica
- Drug take-back program to ensure safe and environmentally responsible disposal of expired medications
Our Commitment
At Central Pharmacy, we value building relationships with our patients. We take the time to understand each individual's needs and concerns, offering personalized guidance and support. Our highly qualified pharmacists and staff are dedicated to:
- Providing accurate and timely information
- Addressing your questions and concerns with empathy and care
- Offering innovative and effective solutions to your healthcare needs
Highlights
The reviews for this pharmacy are overwhelmingly positive, with three out of four reviewers giving it a 5-star rating. The reviewers highlight the pharmacy's efficiency, friendly staff, and trustworthy services.
Services and Convenience
Reviewers praise the pharmacy's fast and efficient service, with one reviewer noting that they receive their prescriptions by mail, even after moving out of state. Another reviewer appreciates the pharmacy's specialty compounding services, including prescriptions for pets.
Staff Performance
While one reviewer had a negative experience with a manager who was "rude and aggressive, " the majority of reviewers praise the staff as friendly and nice. One reviewer even mentions that the pharmacy is "much better" than chain pharmacies like CVS.
Overall Experience
The negative reviewer's experience was a significant outlier, with the other three reviewers having positive experiences. The most common theme is the pharmacy's commitment to its customers, with one reviewer stating that they "trust" the pharmacy.

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