In an article recently published in Fortune Magazine attention was drawn to a looming crisis in America’s healthcare system: ongoing and persistent shortages of essential medicines. Of greatest concern is that these drug shortages are being experienced,
With the incidence of drug shortages increasing worldwide, one made-to-order medication specialist has welcomed a proposal to introduce substantial fines for drug manufacturers and marketers who don’t report upcoming disruptions to supply. Matthew Bellgrove
The world’s leading authority on safety in drug manufacturing, United States Pharmacopeia (USP), has announced that this year they will be updating their standards for the compounding of medications in traditional compounding pharmacies. Specialist
Thousands of women around the world have reported the benefits of hormone replacement therapy in managing symptoms of menopause, however getting a treatment plan just right for the individual can be a tricky thing. No two people are the same and neither is
We regularly receive enquiries about salicylic acid and why it’s included in many topical skincare and scalp formulations. For some people, off-the-shelf options are suitable. For others, skin may be more sensitive, the application area may be difficult, or
We recently received a call from a pet owner curious to learn more about a compound called palmitoyletanolaminde, or PEA for short. Her integrative vet, Steve Denley from Balance Veterinary Care based in south east Queensland suggested they give PEA to her
In the past, enthusiastic marketeers have been quick to herald hyaluronic acid as the ‘Fountain of Youth’. Here at National Custom Compounding we think that’s a little over the top, however the results from a mounting number of clinical trials make for
People taking the drug warfarin are urgently being reminded to consult with their doctor before taking any herbal or plant-based supplements after a New Zealand man recorded a blood clotting ratio (INR*) 10 times the safe level after taking curcumin. Curcumin
Nearly a quarter of a drug can be lost when pills are crushed to allow for easier swallowing according to a new study conducted by a team of pharmacy researchers. The team from the University of Queensland, studied 24 pill-crushing devices commonly used in
With reports coming in that several people at the Commonwealth Games Athletes Village are receiving medical treatment for the flu, local Gold Coast pharmacist, Matthew Bellgrove is urging all Games punters, both spectators and athletes alike, not to be
