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The Mortar & Pestle:
MD Custom Rx's monthly e-newsletter
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April 2016
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 At MD Custom Rx, we care about our patients and want to provide you with quality information about your health. If you ever have questions or would like more information, please feel free to ask. We look forward to caring for you and your family. Sincerely, Dan, Monica and John
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Compounded Medications for Palliative Care

When commercially manufactured medications do not adequately meet a patient's medical needs, compounded preparations can be helpful. Among the greatest therapeutic challenges faced by both patients and caregivers is the treatment required by individuals who have a terminal condition. End-of-life care is multifaceted and people with a terminal illness are among the most vulnerable patients in need of effective and compassionate care. When those patients suffer in spite of commercially available therapies, the innovation and experience of clinicians and compounding pharmacists can often yield a solution to the most challenging treatment problems. Compounds are often used in outpatient hospice and palliative care to treat common conditions such as ulcers/wounds, pain and dyspnea, intractable cough, nausea and vomiting, depression, bladder infections caused by an indwelling catheter, and rectal pain. Transdermal Gel for Nausea and Vomiting Caused by Chemotherapy
Even patients who take medications to prevent nausea and vomiting often find that chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) can be a significant problem. Patients frequently use various "breakthrough" medications for these symptoms. Studies have investigated the use of "ABH," a topical gel containing lorazepam (Ativan®), diphenhydramine (Benadryl®), and haloperidol (Haldol®), in reducing breakthrough CINV. In one study, 74% of patients reported that use of the gel decreased their nausea and vomiting, with 70% reporting relief within 30 minutes of its application. Topical use of ABH gel appears to be a promising therapy for breakthrough CINV that occurs despite prophylactic antiemetic therapy.
Ask our pharmacist for more information. We work together with patients and their doctors, then formulate creams, gels, and lotions using the highest quality bases that have been industry-tested for chemical compatibility, creating preparations that are elegant and easy to use.
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MENOPAUSE & METABOLISM: STOP THE MIDDLE AGE SPREAD
- Am I in Menopause?
- Why Am I Gaining Weight?
- Why Is Most of This Weight Gain Around My Middle?
- Why Can't I Lose Weight?
- How Can I Change My Menopausal Metabolism?
Join Dr. Jill Wohlfeil as she enlightens us about how to navigate menopause. Wednesday, April 20th
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Call 262-373-1050 to register. SPACE IS LIMITED!
MD Custom Rx, 19035 W Capitol Dr. Suite 105, Brookfield, Wisconsin
$10 per person - receive back as supplement credit the day of event!
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Ordering refills online is easy and convenient. Just complete our online form and your refill can be picked up or shipped to you. Order Now
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Countless therapeutic possibilities exist when medications can be customized to meet the unique needs of a specific patient. Read More
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