Matters of the Heart
Did you know that nearly 30 million Americans, or close to 10 percent of the American population, are currently living with some form of diabetes. In
other words, if you or someone in your family doesn’t have diabetes, there is a very good chance that you know someone who does.
While diabetes is a very treatable condition when properly diagnosed and carefully managed, it does present its own unique set of physical and medical difficulties. For instance, people who have diabetes are a full fifteen times more likely to require an amputation at some point in their lives, versus non-diabetics. A less severe, but equally plaguing, condition that afflicts diabetics is skin conditions. One in three diabetics will be affected with some form of a skin condition at some point in their lives, according to the American Diabetes Association.
In addition to an elevated risk of surgical amputation and skin issues, there are other medical issues that tend to plague those with diabetes. For instance, elevated blood glucose levels can lead to peripheral neuropathy, which is a common form of diabetic nerve damage. Symptoms typically include pain and burning in the feet and legs, or even painful sensations akin to numbness or tingling. This pain can even spread to other parts of the body, and can quickly become unbearable.
Compounding Pharmaceuticals for Diabetic Management
With all of this in mind, it is easy to see why it is crucial to manage diabetes and practice excellent self-care. A very important step in this process is to monitor your blood sugar levels and know the medications that are right for you— and to be diligent in taking them exactly as prescribed. One of the best relationships you can create along this path is with a skilled and experienced compounding pharmacist.
At Pacifica Pharmacy, we pride ourselves on being able to help you manage your diabetes. We are there to help with any questions you may have, as well as to help you properly manage your daily self care. We like to think that we help enhance and improve the lives of our patients, guiding them through choices, support, and knowledge. In addition to offering all of your medications and supplies, we can help you with planning meals, as well as literature and information that can help you make informed choices.
A Skilled Compounding Pharmacy Provides You With Peace of Mind
At Pacifica Pharmacy, our skilled and knowledgeable pharmacists are our best assets. Our pharmacists are trained in all aspects of diabetic care and various compounding techniques, so you can rest assured that you are in good hands—receiving the proper medications at the right dosage. We pride ourselves on helping all of our diabetic patients make informed choices about their health and manage their self-care. Our philosophy is that by being informed and making informed decisions, our patients are more able to take better care of themselves.
Diabetic patients, among others, can especially benefit from the art of pharmaceutical compounding. Pharmacy compounding, in its simplest form, is the art of creating customized medications for individual patients. Compounded medications are custom made based on a physician’s prescription, and then the individual components or ingredients of the medication are mixed together to create a customized blend that is available in a wide variety of forms.
For instance, some patients prefer to not take oral suspensions or medications. For those, other options are available, such as a topical solution or an easier to swallow capsule or tablet. When oral suspensions are necessary, we also have various flavorings, including sugar free options safe for our diabetic patients, to make the suspensions more appealing.
Whether for yourself or a loved one, when you need medication, the last thing that you want to do is to cause undue stress, anxiety, or confusion — and this is where we can help. We take a unique approach to health care for each of our individual patients, which allows us to thoroughly assess and help plan for your unique needs, including your medications.
Browse through our website to find out more about our various specialties and the services that we have to offer your entire family —even your family pets! Or, learn more about the history and art of compounding, and what makes compounding pharmacies different. If you have any questions, or even if you have a special request, we would love to hear from you.
Feel free to contact us to find out how we can help with any and all of your specialized health care needs. We look forward to talking with you!
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