Mood Swings?

Hot Flashes?

Low Libido?

Fatigue?

Your problem may be hormone imbalance. Find out.

The symptoms of hormone imbalance – hot flashes, mood swings, chronic fatigue or a lack of sexual desire – can make life less enjoyable and fulfilling. There can be many reasons for a change in a woman’s hormone levels - aging being merely the most common -but the important thing is to determine if hormone imbalance is the reason for your symptoms and what those levels are. There is a simple test that can determine your current hormone levels and help point the way to a better life through bio-identical hormone replacement.

Take the simple saliva test.
Saliva testing is simple and non-invasive, and is considered to be a better indicator of biologically active hormone levels than blood. Providing a sample is easy and can be performed in the privacy of your home. Westmoreland Pharmacy can supply you with a testing kit. The sample is then shipped to the laboratory, with results being returned to Westmoreland Pharmacy and Compounding. At that time we will review them with you. Next, you should discuss your results with your physician to see if bio-identical hormone replacement is recommended. If you would like to work with a physician well versed in hormone imbalance, we can provide you with references.

The importance of bio-identical hormones.

Not all replacement hormones are created equal, coming both in bio-identical and synthetic versions. Bio-identical hormones are those that are fabricated in such a way that they mimic the natural hormones found in the body. There can be further hormone treatment distinctions as well that are better explained in a more complete discussion than is possible in this brief space. We’ll be happy to discuss the topic with you further when you call. At Westmoreland Pharmacy, we work hand in hand with you and your doctor. We formulate a custom solution made just for you to help you feel better. In fact, we’re the only PCAB accredited pharmacy in the region certified to provide these services. Talk to your doctor about your symptoms or call me for more information. Let’s work together to help you get your life back.

 

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Facts about Compounding Pharmacies and Accreditation

What are Compounded Medications?

Compounded medications are prescriptions that are written by a physician, veterinarian or other legally authorized prescriber and prepared for an individual patient. They are not commercially available; rather, they are prepared by a pharmacist to meet an individual’s unique needs as determined by the prescriber.

Compounded medications are necessary for a variety of reasons. Examples include:

• When a child needs a dose smaller than the manufactured dose.

• When a patient cannot tolerate an inactive ingredient in a manufactured medicine. 

• When a doctor believes a medicine is needed for his or her patient, but a manufacturer has discontinued the medicine for economic reasons.

Compounded medications are safe and effective treatment options for patients.  Prescribers customize prescriptions for patients when they believe compounded medications are that patient’s best treatment option.

Why is Accreditation Important?

Compounding medications is an integral part of the practice of pharmacy, and with the demand of patient-specific compounded medications increasing each year, there is a need for an enhanced, profession-wide system of standards by which each compounding pharmacy can test its quality processes. While compounding pharmacy is regulated by the state, accreditation is an even more comprehensive way to ensure a compounding pharmacy is meeting the highest quality and safety standards.

Pharmacists also want to give patients and prescribers a way to select a quality pharmacy. The pharmacies seeking PCAB™ Accreditation want to be able to demonstrate that they are “the best.”

The Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board Process 

The Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board (PCAB) is a not-for-profit corporation formed by eight national pharmacy organizations that recognized the need for a national standards organization for compounding pharmacy. Together, these leading organizations developed the industry principles, policies and standards for the practice of compounding pharmacy, as well as the PCAB Accreditation criteria and processes.

Examples of specific quality and safety standards include:

• PCAB Accredited compounding pharmacies can use only certain chemicals from highly reliable suppliers.

• PCAB Accredited compounding pharmacists and their technicians must receive regular, specialized training. 

• PCAB Accredited compounding pharmacy facilities must meet design and other related standards to help ensure the area is clear and free of contamination.

• PCAB Accredited compounding pharmacies must meet or exceed USP <795> standards for non-sterile compounding and/or USP <797> standards for sterile compounding.

• PCAB Accredited compounding pharmacies agree to adhere to the PCAB “Principles of Compounding”

• Pharmacies seeking accreditation must submit documented proof that they meet PCAB quality standards, submit their policies and procedures for regular review, and open their doors to regular physical inspections.

PCAB was founded by the American College of Apothecaries, American Pharmacists Association, International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists, National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations, National Association of Boards of Pharmacy National Community Pharmacists Association, National Home Infusion Association and United States Pharmacopeia. Click Here for more...

More detailed information about PCAB™ and the PCAB™ Accreditation process can be found on its Web site at www.pcab.org.

Approved Wiley Protocol Provider:
The Wiley Protocol features bio-identical hormones used in a rhythmic cycle. As women get closer to menopause, the importance of understanding the need for such treatment exists.

Prescribers click here for a fax order form.

We bill insurance for all compounded medications.

FAQs:

BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONE THERAPY

WHAT IS A BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONE?
“Bio-Identical” is a term used to describe a hormone that is absolutely identical in chemical structure to the analogous hormone produced by the human body.

WHAT IS THE SOURCE OF NATURAL HORMONES?

Bio-identical hormones are derived from sterol analogues found in many varieties of plants. These plant estrogens and progesterone-like compounds are transformed in the laboratory to their identical human hormones.

WHAT ARE THE TYPICALLY COMPOUNDED BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONES?

Estradiol - Estrone - DHEA - Progesterone - Testosterone - Pregnenolone

DO NATURAL HORMONES REQUIRE A PRESCRIPTION?

Yes. They must be ordered by a licensed physician or practitioner.

PAIN MANAGEMENT

HOW CAN I CONTROL MY PAIN?

Westmoreland Pharmacy, in cooperation with your doctor, can devise a formula to help you manage the complications of your pain.

WHAT KIND OF PAIN ARE WE TALKING ABOUT?

Westmoreland Pharmacy can compound any formula for any type of pain. Some common pain management therapies are as follows:

    * Transdermal treatments for neuropathy
    * Transdermal anti-inflammatory agents
    * Vaginal Pain
    * Vulvadynia

WHAT CAN YOU DO TO MANAGE DIABETIC NEUROPATHY?

Westmoreland Pharmacy has several anti-inflammatory/naturopathic pain formulas available. The maximum effect may take 7-14 days, but compliance is crucial. Some patients may respond to the inflammatory pain formulas. All formulations are customized to meet each patient’s individual needs. The medications are prepared in a penetration enhancing transdermal PLO gel. It is also very important to be monitored by your physician so that adjustments to the formula can be made until the desired results are achieved.

WHAT COMPOUNDS ARE TYPICALLY USED IN THE NEUROPATHY AND INFLAMMATORY PAIN FORMULAS?

Ketamine, Ketoprofen, Gabapentin, Clonidine and Cyclobenzaprine just to name a few.