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 from people who’ve heard about salicylic acid and how it can be used to treat acne and psoriasis. Anyone who’s had to deal with either of these skin conditions, particularly when they occur in an area that’s highly
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
A recent study by the University of Edinburgh has found that introducing DHEA to the lining of the womb doubles the level of a protein that directly affects how well fertilised eggs are implanted. The research, published in the peer-reviewed journal Fertility
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
Natural thyroid extract is made from the thyroid glands of animals and is used to treat a range of conditions associated with poor thyroid functioning. Synthetic hormones are often prescribed to treat these conditions, however there are some key differences
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
