Dec 1, 2015 Imprimis is offering a compounded oral formulation of pyrimethamine and leucovorin for as low as $1 per capsule for people whose pharmacy benefit is managed by Express Scripts. TAGS HIV IMMUNE DEFICIENCY Express Scripts today announced it will partner with Imprimis Pharmaceuticals to drive access to a low-cost alternative to Daraprim (pyrimethamine),…
Compounding topical medications can help tailor the treatment of wounds to individual patient needs and may offer wound healing effects that are not otherwise available. This author explores how compounded topical medication can reduce pain, stimulate new tissue healing, increase vascular perfusion and decrease bioburden. The advantage of compounding medications in the treatment of wounds…
State and federal legislatures are reviewing changes in law to increase the safety of compounded drugs. Even before new laws and regulations go into effect, doctors can take action to reduce the risk of administering compounded drugs. Q Am I required to use FDA-approved drugs instead of compounded ones? A No. There is no law that prevents physicians…