Palliative Care

Palliative Care is “the active total care of patients whose disease is not responsive to curative treatment.”

The skill and caring of a knowledgeable compounding pharmacist can complement a physician’s abilities. Patients with chronic illnesses or who are nearing the end of life frequently require symptom control and pain relief. While every individual is unique, common symptoms and problems include:

• Pain Management
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Severe Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Decubitus Ulcers
• Shortness of Breath 
• Anxiety

Compounded medications are available to help with all of the above problems. We work closely with practitioners and caregivers to customize a personal solution that meets the needs of each patient so that patients can enjoy precious time with loved ones. Please contact our compounding pharmacist to discuss the dosage form, strength, and medication or combination that is most appropriate.

Compounded Medications for Palliative Care

Among the greatest therapeutic challenges faced by both patients and caregivers is the treatment required by individuals who have a terminal condition. It is difficult to find evidence-based studies on the management of end-of-life situations because each patient’s medical case is unique. In addition, maintaining a controlled environment for such patients is difficult. End-of-life care is multifaceted and people with a terminal illness are among the most vulnerable patients in need of effective and compassionate care. When those patients suffer in spite of commercially available therapies, the innovation and experience of clinicians and compounding pharmacists can often yield a solution to the most challenging treatment problems.

Int J Pharm Compd. 2014 May-Jun;18(3):190-200.

Compounded drugs of value in outpatient hospice and palliative care practice.

Click here to access the PubMed abstract of this article.