Customized Medication: What Can It Do For You?
(Room Paradise Valley)
03 Jul 19
1:30 PM
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2:45 PM
Are your medications making you sick? Are you lactose intolerant but on medication that uses lactose as a filler? Are you sensitive to artificial colors or preservatives? Your medications can be compounded to meet your individual needs. Do you have trouble swallowing pills? Your medication might be able to be formulated in a liquid, lozenge, or even a topical cream. Historically, pharmacists compounded all of a patient’s medications, but with the advent of drug manufacturing, compounding has all but disappeared. Today, we have learned that one size does not fit all. Hundreds of thousands of prescriptions are compounded across the country on a daily basis. Learn what can be compounded and what questions to ask to ensure the pharmacy you choose is compliant with state laws and national standards.