In a recent study that surveyed cosmetic dermatologists, it was found that the most popular topical anesthetic used was benzocaine 20% / lidocaine 6% / tetracaine 4% cream. This combination cream is only available using the services of a compounding pharmacy or through compounding performed in-house. The adoption of compounded topicals by dermatologists has grown […]
Viagra (sildenafil) is one of the most commonly prescribed medications to treat erectile dysfunction in men. Although it is not FDA-approved for treating sexual dysfunction in women, some studies have been done to see if it can have an effect. Sildenafil is the active ingredient in Viagra, which increases blood flow to the penis in […]
For something that happens to all women and has always happened to them, there is still a lot to say about menopause. New research continues to be published on a constant basis, and there is always room for new conversations about how women have dealt with this part of their lives. Naomi Watts Interview In […]
Oxytocin is a peptide hormone implicated in many biological functions. In particular, it has been associated with sexual functioning and social bonding. Sometimes referred to as the “love hormone,” it plays an important role in various bodily functions. Oxytocin is important for both men and women, and most research has focused on its importance in […]
If you suffered a personal injury and have filed a claim, did you know you may be eligible for a lien that covers the cost of your medication? Some medical liens may be automatic as soon as the case settles; others you may arrange specifically with your lawyer. Getting your medication with a lien can […]
Research has been conducted for decades that demonstrates the effectiveness of intranasal scopolamine for managing motion sickness. While there is no commercially available, FDA-approved drug formulation, it can still be made by a compounding pharmacy with a prescription. What is Scopolamine? Scopolamine is a belladonna alkaloid known to help prevent nausea and vomiting associated with […]
Fluoxetine, sold under the brand name Prozac, is not just used by people. Cats also are prescribed this drug to treat a variety of behavioral issues. The only FDA-approved use of fluoxetine in animals is for treating separation anxiety in dogs. However, it is used off-label to treat cats suffering from aggression, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, anxiety, […]
Sildenafil is the generic name for Viagra, the popular drug for treating erectile dysfunction in men. Although it may not be widely known, sildenafil was actually first synthesized as part of a cardiovascular research program. Studies that were undertaken to test the drug’s effects on cardiovascular conditions showed that some patients reported a side effect […]
A small number of long COVID studies have shown that low dose naltrexone may be able to treat some of its symptoms. While not a cure for long COVID, it does seem to help with at least a few of the possibly more than 200 symptoms that have been documented as being associated with it. […]
For pets, there are often a limited number of medications available commercially to treat some conditions. There are not enough FDA approved drugs to treat the various conditions that are diagnosed by veterinarians. Compounding pharmacies can compound medications for pets in dosage forms that are easy for them to take using ingredients that may not […]
