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What is the key to a healthy, happy pet? One of the keys is cracking down on outer ear infections. But there are some cases where you might want to turn to compounded medications instead of treatments you can buy in your pet store — canine otitis externa is one of them What is Canine Otitis Externa? Otitis externa is a common condition that affects the ear of a dog. It is also known as inflammatory ear disease or ear inflammation. The condition can affect any dog age, breed, or mix, but it is more commonly seen in dogs with long ears. It is the third-leading cause of visits to the veterinarian for canines. There are many causes of otitis externa in dogs, but the most common is allergies. Allergies can cause the ear to become inflamed and itchy, leading to the dog scratching its ear. This can lead to a secondary bacterial or yeast infection of the ear. Other possible causes of otitis externa include foreign bodies in the ear, such as grass seeds; trauma to the ear; tumors; and polyps. The most common symptom of otitis externa is itching. The dog may also shake its head or hold …

Marco Drugs and Compounding Pharmacy has exciting news! We will be opening a new location soon to better serve you and your needs. As always, we will be offering the following specialty compounding pharmacy services. 5 Specialty Compounding Pharmacy Services Marco Offers Not all pharmacies offer the same services. At a compounding pharmacy, you will receive treatments customized to your own individual needs. Compounded Medications The medications that are commercially available don’t always meet the needs of their patients, especially if the patient in question is an elderly person, a child, or an animal. Sometimes it can be difficult to swallow pills in their traditional form, or a different dosage is necessary. A compounding pharmacist may be able to serve you by creating the following types of medications: Dosage forms such as chewable tablets, gels, or lollipops. Prescriptions without dyes, sugars, lactose, non-kosher, or non-halal ingredients. Medications that are no longer commercially made. Hormone Replacement Therapy With estrogen and testosterone levels decreasing as you get older, it is important for many people to supplement those levels for their quality of life. Low levels of either hormone could lead to fatigue, aches, pains, depression, low libido, and sexual difficulties. Our pharmacists …

One of the most important things you can do for your dog’s health is making sure their food and water are always fresh, ensuring that they don’t get sick from consuming contaminated food or water. However, one thing you might not think of is hiding the taste of pills your dog takes to help them stay happy and healthy. If this sounds like an area you need help with, this article is perfect for you. It discusses how to mask the taste of a pill and provides quick tips on finding the best solution for your pet. What is a Pill For Your Dog? There are many reasons to mask the taste of a pill for your dog, including to help them take their medication with less hassle or to make the pill less unpleasant for them. There are a few different ways to do this, depending on the type of pill and how much effort you want to expend. One option is to place the pill in food or water for your dog. You can also put the pill in a toy or treat or place it in a shallow dish. If you opt for this approach, rotate the …

A compound pharmacy is a place that formulates customized medication for patients who need a treatment which isn’t commercially available. For this purpose, compounding pharmacies can provide you with custom compound medications to meet the specifics of your treatment or needs. So what are some examples of the more popular compounded drugs made at pharmacies like ours? What Popular Compounded Drugs Are Available? The types of compounded medicines go on endlessly, so if you cannot take oral pills there are different ways to take them. There are many delivery options for the compound medicines. Compound medicines that are most popular include syrups, creams, ointments, and supplements. Who Takes These Medications? Compounded medicines are often prescribed for a variety of people across every age range — anyone from newborns to elderly patients can benefit from compounded medication. For instance, newborns typically cannot take pills. A compounding pharmacy can fill their prescription in syrup form to make it easy to swallow. These medications can take many forms, and some of the most popular are topical, sublingual, and oral medications. They also come in injectables and suppositories. Topical Topical medication is applied directly to the area in pain. The advantage of topical medications …

Do you need a medication that is no longer being produced? Are you allergic to certain ingredients in mass market medicine? Do you require easy-to-swallow prescriptions that don’t come in pill or tablet forms? You might be considering using a compounding pharmacy. But you might have concerns — are compounding pharmacies regulated by the FDA? In this post, we will discuss which agency directly supervises compounding pharmacies. What is Compounding vs. Manufacturing? Traditional compounding of drugs is the preparation of medicines to meet the needs of individual patients. Pharmaceutical compounding occurs when licensed pharmacists prepare the medicine for patients with a prescription. Manufacturing refers to the production of drugs on a mass scale with approval from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). What Do Compounding Pharmacies Do? Pharmacies with the proper equipment and training that can do compounding are able to offer more customized treatments for patients. These pharmacies use pharmaceutical-grade ingredients to create non-sterile or sterile preparations. Non-sterile preparations are used for parts of the body that don’t require absolute sterility. Sterile preparations are used for the eyes or injections, which do require absolute sterility. Why Would I Need Compounded Medicine? A drug may be made for a patient …

If you’re looking to level up your skincare routine, a compounded tretinoin cream might be the right way to go. Of course, cleansing and moisturizing are important for keeping fine lines and wrinkles at bay, but you should also consider a potent anti-aging treatment. In this post, we will discuss what tretinoin is, how it works, and why compounding this treatment could be a great option for your skin. What is Tretinoin? Tretinoin is also known as retinoic acid. Retinoic acid is a derivative of vitamin A that helps treat fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, and acne. While the ingredient cannot erase deeper wrinkles you might have had for a long time, it can certainly help with more surface-level wrinkles. Many patients also use tretinoin starting in their early 20s as a preventative measure against future creases. Since wrinkles are a natural part of aging, you cannot prevent all of them from forming — but with tretinoin, your skin will have a great fighting chance. Why Does it Work? Retinoic acid works for a number of reasons: It promotes rapid skin exfoliation It stimulates collagen and elastin production Exfoliation refers to the shedding of dead skin cells. Your skin naturally …

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is one of the most popular requests we receive at our compounding pharmacy today. Naturally, if you are just beginning this treatment (or thinking of bringing it up to your doctor), you will have lots of questions. Many patients often ask, “How long after applying hormone cream can I shower?” In this post, we will address the topic of hormone creams and aftercare, including how long you need to wait before showering or swimming. What are BHRT Creams? Hormone creams are a popular way to undergo BHRT treatment. As the name suggests, this is a topical treatment. You apply the compounded cream, and your skin absorbs the hormones into your bloodstream. Since the hot flashes, night sweats, dizziness, depression, and vaginal dryness can be debilitating, many patients choose this option since it is one of the easiest ways to receive estrogen or progesterone therapy.  Once your doctor decides that you are an eligible candidate for BHRT, they will determine the correct dosing for you. Your doctor will need to determine how much estrogen or progesterone you need. The dosages are customized to you and your symptoms, whether they are mild or severe. Once they do, …