It usually begins with a problem of some sort. For instance, a child can’t take a medicine because it’s too bitter. Maybe a patient has trouble swallowing a pill, or a particular strength that the doctor prescribes is not available commercially. This is where compounding enters the equation. more
Compounded medicine has several benefits for patients. Obviously, pain reduction is at the top of the list, Yet, there are several others. Today we will look at compounded medicine in regards to tissue healing, decreasing bioburden and vascular perfusion increase. If after reading this you have questions about your ointment or cream, please contact IPS Compounding. We can help. more
Medicine compounding can be an important part of wound care. IPS Compounding pharmacists understand that. Our pharmacists are different. They pay attention to your needs. Prescriptions are specifically formulated to help wounds heal both efficiently and effectively. Understanding the process of wound healing yields compounding insight. Each stage has a specific purpose, and there is an order to the process. more
It’s that time of year. Winter is on the way and for some of us that means itchy skin. You may feel like a horse on a hitching post some days, scratching your back against the wall to get relief. Winter eczema can really be something to contend with. more
Do you know these essential wound care tips? Everyone gets injured from time to time. It happens. However, if the injury results in an open wound, knowing how to care for the wound is essential. As always, before approaching any wound be sure to wash your hands, just like you would if treating a wart. If you can wear protective disposable gloves, even better. more
In a previous post, we covered the topic of warts. We discussed the five different types of warts and what you should know about each variety. In this post, we are going to cover common treatments and whether or not you should consider options like surgery or freezing. Warts have plagued the human race for eons. Thankfully, we have better wart removal options today then those living a few centuries ago. more
Warts are a nuisance. It seems like they pop up for no reason and love to hang around. Their history is quite lengthy too. Warts have been found on 3,000 year old mummy and even attracted the attention of Shakespeare. And while they generally are not considered dangerous, most people consider them embarrassing, ugly and contagious. In some instances they can even be painful. more