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Pain Management

Pain can arise from various conditions or injuries, and each individual’s pain management needs are unique. At Sweetgrass Pharmacy & Compounding, our goal is to address these needs with customized medications, whether the pain is acute or chronic.

Common conditions that may require tailored pain management include:

  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Cancer
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Stomach ulcers
  • Gallbladder disease
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Chronic pain
  • Traumatic injury
  • Congenital conditions
  • Excess weight
  • Nerve damage

Many patients face difficulties with over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medications when trying to manage acute or chronic pain.

Common challenges include:

With OTC Medications:

  • Limited Options: OTC medications may not cover all pain management needs.
  • Lack of Guidance: Patients often lack specific instructions on using OTC solutions effectively.
  • Limited Efficacy: Lower doses of OTC medications may not be effective for all pain types.
  • Inadequate for Certain Pains: Some pain types do not respond well to OTC options.

With Prescription Medications:

  • Risk of Addiction and Abuse
  • Undesirable Side Effects: Such as drowsiness, dizziness, and nausea.
  • Ineffectiveness for Some Pain Types
  • Difficulty Swallowing: Especially with pills.
  • Complex Regimens: Managing multiple medications can be overwhelming.
  • Gastrointestinal Issues: Such as ulcers.

Benefits of Compounded Pain Medications

  • Customized Formulations: Tailored to meet the specific needs of each patient.
  • Variety of Forms: Available as creams, gels, ointments, capsules, and liquids, allowing for easier administration based on patient preference.
  • Combination Therapies: Multiple ingredients can be combined into a single dosage form to help enhance and simplify therapy.
  • Allergy Considerations: Formulated without certain fillers, dyes, or preservatives that might cause allergic reactions.

Commonly Compounded Pain Medications

At Sweetgrass Pharmacy & Compounding, we compound a variety of pain medications to address different types of pain:

  • Topical Pain Creams: Applied to the skin for localized pain relief.
  • Oral Pain Medications: Customized capsules and liquids for systemic pain relief.
  • Transdermal Gels: Gels that deliver medication through the skin for sustained pain relief.
  • Suppositories: For patients who cannot take oral medications or need targeted pain therapy.

Our pharmacists work closely with healthcare providers to prepare compounded pain medications tailored to each patient’s needs. 

For more information or to schedule a consultation, contact Sweetgrass Pharmacy & Compounding

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Compounded medications are not reviewed by the FDA for safety or efficacy.
A prescription from a licensed practitioner is required for compounded medications.

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