Anxiety about visiting the dentist prevents many people from getting the treatment they need. Why do patients fear the dentist when the health of their mouth contributes so much to the health of their body? In most cases it can be traced back to previous dental experiences that were negative, discomfort with the tools and […]
The best numbing cream for skin procedures is one that provides profound anesthesia. It should do this in the shortest time possible and last long enough to complete the treatment being performed. If the patient starts feeling pain during the procedure, it can cause serious issues for the success of the procedure and the comfort […]
May 25th is recognized as World Thyroid Day by the American Thyroid Association (ATA), and all week the association has been promoting awareness of thyroid diseases. World Thyroid Day is intended to increase awareness of thyroid health, promote understanding of advances in treatments for thyroid disease, and emphasize the prevalence of thyroid diseases. Thyroid disorders […]
Many people with oral health conditions may have never even heard of a medication called methylene blue. The name itself may be somewhat confusing, as it seems to imply that it is simply some kind of dye and not a substance with important clinical uses. While it was initially made as a dye, its uses […]
Crohn’s is a chronic inflammatory condition of the gastrointestinal tract with no known cure. Treatments exist to manage symptoms and improve quality of life. However research continues to look for treatments that are more effective. The relationship between the endogenous opioid system and Crohn’s disease has been studied, and preliminary research shows that drugs targeting […]
While there always seems to be hype about Jessner’s peels they actually have been around for a long time compared to most aesthetic treatments. Even though this peel works in a similar way to all other peels it is unique in the combination of ingredients it utilizes to achieve the effect. The original formulation was […]
A gastroenterologist with the University of Washington School of Medicine studies the way that what you eat affects the gut microbiome and thereby your overall health. Dr. Chris Damman studies how nourishing gut bacteria can improve overall health by increasing levels of short chain fatty acids. Higher levels of short chain fatty acids like butyrate […]
If you are looking for a local pharmacy to fill your prescription for Ozempic, reach out to National Pharmacy today. Our pharmacy on Santa Monica Blvd is able to order Ozempic and fill your prescription with a short turnaround time and competitive pricing. What is Ozempic? If you have a prescription for Ozempic (semaglutide), you […]
Can butyrate be used orally to treat any conditions? Is the way butyrate is absorbed in the gut when taken orally a deterrent to its therapeutic use? Our compounding pharmacy makes sodium butyrate and short-chain fatty acid enemas and suppositories. We do not make the oral forms, as they are widely available over the counter […]
PPIs, although they are one of the most commonly prescribed drug classes, have been shown to have several adverse effects when used long-term. While effective in the short term, the general recommendation is only to use PPIs long-term for more severe cases. A recent study published in Neurology showed there was an association between long-term […]
