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Pain, aches, and problematic joints are more common than you think. Taking conventional oral medications isn’t always the solution. Most people experience more side effects than relief. That calls for compound medication for pain.
A compounding pharmacist can especially formulate medicated gels and creams that can be applied directly onto the pain site and customize oral medications to suit each patient’s pain management needs. They are a far better option than over-the-counter meds available. Read why below.
Topical Compounded Medicines Help Patients Minimize the Use of Oral Opiates
As per the data collected by CDC, the number of opioid painkillers increased by 10 times from the year 1994 to 2014. This is alarming. This level of overprescription is mainly because of greed and abuse of the prescription system and lack of knowledge. Opioid painkillers are heavily regulated now as they have very adverse side effects and can even lead to death when not administered properly. Moreover, they are highly addictive and require vigilant monitoring.
Relying on narcotics for persistent pain can lead to long-term problems for the patient. That is why there is a strict limitation on the number of painkillers that can be prescribed. Physicians are under scrutiny for the number and types of opioid drugs they can prescribe.
Certain patients aren’t able to receive enough opioid medication for easing their symptoms as per the new rules. Hence, a lot of patients are reluctant to prescribe drugs that contain hydrocodone, Vicodin, and Percocet. Topical/Transdermal medications are a great alternative to oral pain killers and compounding pharmacists can create custom formulations to treat the pain.
Variations in Strength
While all of us deal with pain at some point, there is a wide variation in the symptoms and pain tolerances that each of us have. Commercially available meds are unable to provide the right dosage strength for every single one of us. A compounding pharmacist can work with your physician to customize the exact dosage that will suit your individual needs best. It can greatly improve the quality of life for a patient by offering the best pain relief option and minimal side effects.
Topical NSAIDS Are Safer
Oral NSAIDS are very effective in relieving pains and aches, but they do come with very serious side effects. Possible complications include but aren’t limited to gastrointestinal bleeding, increased risk of heart attack, high blood pressure, and renal problems or failure. Even aspirin can lead to come of these unwanted side effects. What is a better option? Topical analgesics are a great way to relieve pain symptoms, minus the side effects. As the topical/transdermal meds are placed directly on the pain site, the risks of drug concentration in the patient’s body are very less.
Topical Painkillers Can Treat Multiple Pain Issues
Do you know that pain is the most common reason why patients reach out to the health care system? It not only hurts but can impact a patient’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Anyone who deals with chronic pain on a regular basis can tell you that their entire life is impacted by it. Compounded painkillers can relieve both chronic and acute pain. The conditions that can be treated with topical compounded main meds include but aren’t limited to sports injuries or strain, neuropathic pain, musculoskeletal pain, arthritis, post-surgical pain, accident- and injury-related pain, idiopathic proctodynia, vulvodynia. If you aren’t sure that this pain can be relieved with topical meds, you can consult your physician and healthcare provider. They can work with a compounded pharmacist to create a perfect plan for you.
Compounded Pain Gels/Creams Are Highly Effective
Compounding pharmacists can custom-create pain-relieving drugs to enhance their efficacy. Certain drugs can also be combined together to double the results. For instance, menthol can be added to capsaicin and methyl salicylate for improved outcome. Similarly, lidocaine and tetracaine can be combined to relieve symptoms more quickly.
Pharmacists can custom formulate transdermal creams, patches, and gels to relieve other symptoms along with the pain and offer tailored relief for multiple conditions. The only and very rare side effect of transdermal medicine is a possibility of a rash that is temporary and goes away on its own.
Combo Therapy Made Possible
More often than usual, patients are struggling with multiple conditions at the same time. This means that they will be required to take multiple drugs. This can be overwhelming for the patients and can have side effects. Moreover, patients are more forgetful if they have to take multiple drugs and are more likely to miss a dosage which makes the treatment ineffective. A compounding pharmacist can combine multiple drugs into single or fewer tablets which makes the process of medicine administration easy and effective. It also encourages patients to stick to the treatment plan which essentially improves their condition.
Using Compound Medication For Pain
Compounded meds are a great way to treat all kinds of chronic and persistent pain. If you deal with it on a regular basis or have a sports background, it is wise to discuss all your options along with the possibility of compounded meds with your physician. At Burt’s Rx Pharmacy, we provide, safe, and effective topical pain medications for patients in need. If you have any questions, reach out to us today and our team would be happy to assist you.
We’re committed to helping you achieve your healthcare goals. From treating everyday conditions to achieving personal wellness, our talented and compassionate Burt’s pharmacy care team members can find solutions that fit you like a glove.
Disclaimer: Please note that this article is meant for information purposes only and shouldn’t be used as a source of medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider prior to using any medication for pain management.
