BioMed - Benefits of Topicals

How Can Topical Compounded Medications Benefit My Patients?

Working closely with the physician and the patient, our compounding pharmacists can prepare custom dosage strengths, potency and delivery systems for the utmost in therapy and pain management. We will work together to address specific, individual needs and customizing medications for optimal patient satisfaction.

Our expert pharmacists use a number of medications within various classes of drugs to create a personalized topical pain relief treatment. The use of specialized topical or transdermal bases allows the medication to be applied locally to obtain maximum concentration at the site of pain. The types of medications that may be combined to develop a topical pain relief cream include:

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (ex. Diclofenac, Ketoprofen)
Local anesthetics (ex. Lidocaine, Prilocaine)
Muscle relaxants (ex. Cyclobenzaprine)
Tricyclic antidepressants (ex. Amitriptyline)
Calcium channel blockers (ex. Nifedipine)
Other ingredients that have had proven outcomes relieving pain

The Advantages of Topical Compounded Prescriptions

At BioMed compounded prescriptions are mixed specifically for each patient, based on their condition and what the prescriber requests. The ingredients and components that make up every formulation are specifically selected for their synergistic qualities and collaborative effect on certain pain conditions. Since every prescription is made to order, BioMed can address the unique characteristics of pain in each condition and circumstance.

Benefits of Compounded Topical Medication:

Minimizes absorption into the bloodstream
Direct delivery to pain receptors
Blocks portions of the inflammatory cascade
Reduces organ damage / toxicity
Minimal side effects: No drowsiness, dizziness, stomach upset, fatigue, or constipation
Lowers possibility of adverse drug interactions
Minimizes potential for abuse and addiction
Provides measurable and identifiable relief
Greater effectiveness and results
Improved patient compliance and outcomes
Covered by most insurance providers
All medicinal ingredients are FDA approved
A dedicated customer service team available