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21 03, 2019

Customized Hormone Therapy for Migraine Sufferers

2019-07-22T19:55:57+00:00March 21st, 2019|

Migraines are most common among women, but can be more difficult to treat in older women. It was discovered that women suffering from migraines were also more likely to have night sweats and hot flashes. According to a recent review of data from 67,903 participants in the Women’s Health Initiative study, hormone therapy may benefit migraine sufferers without concerns about an increased risk of heart disease. Hormone use has been on the decline since the WHI clinical trials were published in 2002, but new data shows that customized hormone therapy can be recommended [...]

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22 02, 2019

Oxytocin: Help for Bonding Issues, Autism, Addiction, and Other Problems!

2019-07-22T19:56:20+00:00February 22nd, 2019|

Oxytocin has traditionally been used during labor to help with childbirth and after delivery to support lactation. However, the understanding of oxytocin’s function has expanded dramatically to reveal the capacity to modify human social behavior ranging from bonding and sexual activity to autism and addiction. Oxytocin induces a general sense of well-being including calm, improved social interactions, increased trust, and reduced fear. Oxytocin has the potential to enhance interpersonal relationships and individual well-being, and may help with disorders characterized by persistent fear, repetitive behavior, reduced trust and avoidance of social interactions. Oxytocin isn’t [...]

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31 01, 2019

Help for Eczema and Psoriasis

2019-07-22T19:56:46+00:00January 31st, 2019|

One of the body's initial responses to stress is the release of hormones such cortisol that initially help a person to react or adapt to a stressful situation. High levels of cortisol can also lead to exacerbation of skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema. We are here to help! Treatments for eczema (atopic dermatitis) aim to control inflammation, decrease itching, and manage infections that may occur as a result of repeated skin irritation. Common treatments can cause significant side effects; for example, topical corticosteroids used to decrease inflammation and control itching may [...]

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3 12, 2018

Topical Pain Formulations – Preferable to Oral Medications?

2019-07-22T19:58:28+00:00December 3rd, 2018|

Topical and transdermal pain formulations are very popular among health care providers and patients, but unfortunately, not all doctors are familiar with how to best prescribe customized medications. Topical and transdermal preparations are often preferred to oral medications due to decreased side effects and the avoidance of initial breakdown of drug by the liver (first pass metabolism). Dosage forms include creams, ointments, and gels; medication sticks; solutions, and sprays. “Topical” and “transdermal” are not interchangeable terms.  Transdermal medications are applied topically but not all topical medications are absorbed through the skin and enter [...]

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3 11, 2018

Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) Therapy

2019-07-22T19:57:01+00:00November 3rd, 2018|

Accumulating evidence suggests that Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN; 3.0-4.5 mg orally, taken once daily at bedtime) can promote health supporting immune-modulation which may reduce various cancer-causing and inflammatory autoimmune processes. LDN may also play a role in healing and repair of tissues, as well as promoting stress resilience, social bonding, and emotional well-being; and helping with psychiatric problems such as autism and depression. LDN and Lyme Disease Chronic Lyme disease is often the result of not only infections with borrelial organisms (the most well-known culprit) but also multiple co-infections with other bacteria and [...]

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11 10, 2018

Making it Easy to Medicate your Cats, Dogs and other Pets

2019-07-22T19:57:17+00:00October 11th, 2018|

Painless and non-stressful drug administration for animals remains a top priority for both veterinarians and pet owners, especially when caring for cats. Veterinarians and compounding pharmacists are often asked by pet owners if it is possible to deliver a drug by the transdermal route, that is, application to the skin instead of giving an injection or forcing the animal to swallow a tablet or capsule. When considering the potential for transdermal drug delivery, we first look at safety, not only for the patient, but also for the caregiver, because human caregivers are always [...]

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4 04, 2018

Tips For Taking Your Medications On Time

2019-07-22T19:57:34+00:00April 4th, 2018|

It can be aggravating, confusing—and unhealthy. Many people have daily medications but don’t get into a good habit of taking them on time. This can be caused by any number of factors—being too busy with other things, not having medications handy, or even by the changes in how you feel if meds aren’t taken regularly. But there are a number of simple things you can do to manage your medications and when you take them. Here are some tips: Make your medicine a habit.  Many people exercise at the same time each day, [...]

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30 03, 2018

Hormone Therapy for Wellness and Disease Prevention

2019-07-22T19:57:51+00:00March 30th, 2018|

Hormones are needed for all types of bodily functions. Our hormone levels change in response to our environment, thought processes, stress levels, food intake, and medications. We know that when hormone levels decline as part of the normal aging process, problems with health arise. Hormone therapy can relieve symptoms of menopause, improve quality of life, prevent chronic illnesses, and maintain wellness. Because each woman has unique needs which change as she ages, we compound hormone therapy in the most appropriate dose and dosage form to meet individual needs. We work with each woman [...]

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30 03, 2018

Why Choose A Local Pharmacy Instead Of A Big Chain?

2019-07-22T19:58:04+00:00March 30th, 2018|

As a locally-owned pharmacy, we enjoy relationships with many customers that go back for years. These people have purposely chosen to do business with our pharmacy instead of going to many other stores in the community, including the major chains. We feel honored. But we believe that there are many reasons for shopping at a local community pharmacy like Peachtree Pharmacy. And we work hard to make sure that there is an extra level of customer service at our store. Here are just a few of the things we do: We learn customers’ [...]

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30 03, 2018

Diabetic Meds: Smart Ways To Manage Them For Better Health

2019-07-22T19:58:53+00:00March 30th, 2018|

Diabetes is extremely common in the United States. According to some sources, nearly half of all American adults have Type 2 diabetes or are at risk of getting the disease. For people with diabetes, a key to good health is good medicine management. At Peachtree Pharmacy, we counsel our diabetic patients in the Atlanta area on ways that help them better manage their medications to reduce costs and improve overall health. If not properly managed, the consequences of diabetes can be severe, including cardiovascular disease; nerve, kidney, eye, and foot damage; and hearing [...]

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