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50+ Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Local Pharmacy in Carencro, LA
Melancon Pharmacy has been a trusted healthcare provider in Carencro, Louisiana since 1953. Founded by Edmond Melancon Jr., our family-owned pharmacy combines over 60 years of generational experience with modern pharmaceutical expertise. Our team of five pharmacists brings 90 years of combined experience, supported by certified technicians and administrative staff dedicated to personalized care. We specialize in traditional prescription dispensing, specialty compounding for human and veterinary patients, and durable medical equipment supply. Our long-term care division serves nursing homes and rehabilitation centers across Acadiana with medication management and pharmacy consultation.We maintain 24/7 emergency service availability while operating from our expanded 730 Veterans Drive location since 2008. Our pharmacists provide immunization services including COVID vaccines, diabetic care management with therapeutic footwear fitting, and geriatric medication optimization. Through RxLocal digital platform, we offer convenient prescription refills while maintaining in-person consultation services for medication reviews and Medicare Part D plan assistance.
Services
Prescription Dispensing
Immunization Services
Compounding Pharmacy
Durable Medical Equipment
Diabetic Management
Geriatric Counseling
Long-Term Care
RxLocal Refills
Medicare Assistance
Emergency Service
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- Family-owned pharmacy serving Carencro since 1953
- Five pharmacists with 90+ combined years of experience
- 24/7 emergency service availability for urgent needs
- Specialty compounding for human and veterinary patients
- Certified diabetes specialists and geriatric counseling
Associations and certifications
- Professional Compounding Centers of America
Services
Prescription Dispensing
Traditional prescription medication dispensing with personalized consultation. Our pharmacists review medication profiles for potential interactions and provide detailed usage instructions. We maintain strict quality control for accurate prescription fulfillment.
Immunization Services
Certified pharmacists administer essential vaccines including flu, shingles, pneumonia, and COVID-19. All immunizations follow CDC guidelines with proper documentation for medical records. Free seasonal flu shots available through select programs.
Compounding Pharmacy
Specialty medication compounding for unique patient needs. We create customized formulations including hormone replacement therapy, veterinary medications, and alternative delivery methods like transdermal gels and oral lollipops. All compounding follows USP standards.
Durable Medical Equipment
Comprehensive inventory of medical equipment and supplies including mobility aids, diabetic footwear, wound care products, and incontinence supplies. Our staff provides proper fitting assistance and usage instructions for all equipment.
Long-Term Care
Pharmacy services for long-term care facilities including medication blister packs, 24/7 emergency delivery, and regulatory compliance support. Our consultant pharmacist assists with DHH and CMS standard compliance and medication regimen reviews.
People
Edmond Melancon III
Pharmacist
Third-generation pharmacist with 45+ years experience. Certified diabetes specialist since 1978. Graduated from University of Louisiana at Monroe. Active in community healthcare initiatives.
David Melancon
Pharmacist
Geriatric pharmacy specialist with 38 years experience. Member of American Society of Consultant Pharmacists since 1990. Focuses on medication regimen optimization for elderly patients.
Chris Melancon
Pharmacist
Community pharmacist with 38 years experience. Specializes in patient counseling and medication therapy management. Active in local health education programs and school volunteer initiatives.
Alison Garcille
Pharmacist
Community pharmacy specialist with 13 years experience. Graduated from LSU and Xavier University College of Pharmacy. Focuses on cost-effective medication solutions and patient education.
Questions
What pharmacy services do you offer?
We provide prescription dispensing, immunizations, compounding, diabetic supplies, durable medical equipment, geriatric counseling, and long-term care services.
Do you offer medication compounding?
Yes, we create custom formulations for hormone replacement, veterinary use, and alternative delivery methods following USP standards.
Are your pharmacists available for consultation?
Our pharmacists provide medication reviews, Medicare Part D assistance, and personalized counseling during regular business hours.
Do you have emergency pharmacy service?
We offer 24/7 emergency service availability for urgent medication needs and facility support.
How can I refill prescriptions online?
Use our RxLocal platform for secure prescription refills available through web or mobile app at any time.
Reviews (4)
Bizzy B. Sturgis
Oct 27, 2021
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I Love Melancon Pharmacy, it's the community pharmacy in Carencro. There fast and reliable, you can count on them for your pharmacy needs.
Keith Milam
Jun 11, 2021
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Great service and friendly staff. The pharmacist is always helpful in determining any OTC items to treat various conditions. I hope to see you there.
Meli Davis
Feb 16, 2021
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Got my first COVID shot there and was treated professionally by good nurses. David gave me my shot and made sure I understood what might happen afterwards. Very impressed.
Elaine Flanagan
Dec 25, 2017
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I don't understand how anyone could give this Pharmacy a bad review. They are awesome and always so helpful. Even when there was a problem with my insurance, they went the extra mile. I would never change after finding Melancon's.
