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Contamination Trends & Proposed Solutions

ISPE

5 , 8 Compounding pharmacies were commonly mentioned as sources of microbial cross-contamination, especially in the US. 9 , 15 This has led to compounding pharmacies completing high-volume activities such as mass repackaging, thereby increasing the risk of cross-contamination. Compounding Pharmacies: Who Is in Charge?”

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10 Facts About Thyroid Disease

The Thyroid Pharmacist

As of 2014, reports from the Centers for Disease Control suggest that the U.S. 20] This medication is available only as a prescription and can be compounded into lower doses by special professional compounding pharmacies. (and worldwide). population has both sufficient and stable iodine intake.

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Blood Sugar, Hashimoto’s, Ozempic, Metformin and Berberine

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Compounding pharmacies will sometimes repackage these drugs, or create lower or different concentrations than what’s typically available. A 2014 review of studies indicated that berberine may help maintain healthy oxidative balance and inflammation in various tissues, including the liver, adipose tissue, kidneys, and pancreas .;