Posted on 12, Feb | 
Posted by Renee
Obesity has become an epidemic in our society. Many have tried programs such as Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig and NutraSystem. However, for some that is not enough and they decide to go for gastric bypass surgery. Many have found that after the surgery, doctors are giving them differing post-op instructions. This can make a patient feel a bit like a guinea pig as doctors test out a variety of treatments to help them maintain their body’s nutrients. But here is the truth:
1. Bariatric surgeons are experts at surgery. Some may be knowledgeable about nutrition and others may not.
2. Most primary care physicians are not well versed in bariatric surgery or nutrition.
With that being said, you need to find someone who can work with you and help you with your nutrition. At Village Green Apothecary, we can help you. We have a staff of pharmacists who are able to customize a nutritional supplement for your exact needs. Come in to Village Green Apothecary today and speak to our pharmacist, Ron about how we can make custom nutrition products for you.
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Posted on 9, Feb | Posted by Renee
Although compounding has always been a difficult area of pharmacy practice, but probably some of the most interesting and innovative compounds are formulations made for pediatric patients. All parents will confirm that giving medication to any kid can be a challenging task. But most compounding pharmacists in the present day are equipped with valuable trade secrets to make administration of medicine easier to children. Many pharmacies offer a variety of flavor, and kids can select their preferred flavor.
Commercial dosage forms for pediatric patients are rather limited and compounding provides options where commercial medicine leaves a gap. For example; children cannot swallow tablets and capsules until they are school going. At times, the only dosage of medicine commercially available may be distasteful. In other cases, some medications may only be available in form of pills. Here, in situations like these, compounding pharmacists are the ones who can provide alternatives that too with the correct dosage. These alternatives include suspensions, solutions, emulsions, transdermal preparations, lollipops, gummies, rapid-dissolve tablets, and suppositories. (more…)
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Posted on 5, Feb | Posted by Renee
Self-discipline is a skill that most autistic children have trouble acquiring. This includes not only inappropriate outbursts, but also habits that can be potentially dangerous, such as being aggressive towards others or causing harm to themselves, such as banging their heads off walls. To prevent these and other behaviors, one technique parents and educators can use to control autistic tendencies is self-management. Giving the child power over him- or herself is often the key to keeping control over violent situations and may be a positive step towards learning other behaviors as well.
Posted on 2, Feb | Posted by Renee
Autism is a disorder that must be treated with a variety of methods since there is no effective way to completely cure it. One of the ways you can help keep the symptoms of autism under control is by studying diet. Parents of children with autism have reported that by controlling diet, they see a significant difference in their child’s behavior. Two of the main dietary concerns are gluten and casein.
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