Health Updates

PFG

2008-12-08T17:16:00.000-08:00

PFG is a compounded anesthetic dental gel that provides pulpal anesthesia. The gel contains prilocaine, lidocaine and tetracaine (10%/10%/4%) in a loose running mint flavored green gel. We compound the gel in 30g or 45g quantities. The gel should be applied for no longer than 3 minutes to prevent possibility of sloughing- leave on the site for about 2 &1/2 minutes, then rinse thoroughly. We also compound PF Light which is half the strength and provides good anesthesia for deep cleanings and other work the dental hygienist might do but has less risk of sloughing.

PFG
30g tube - $89.95 mint tube
45g tube - $119.95 mint tube
$5.00 charge to change flavor to Tutti Fruity, Bubblegum, Strawberry, Cherry, Marshmallow

PF Lite
30g tube - $84.95 mint tube
45g tube - $114.95 mint tube
$5.00 charge to change flavor to Tutti Fruity, Bubblegum, Strawberry, Cherry, Marshmallow

Shipping for CA - $8.95
Out of California shipping - $12.95

We ship nationwide via UPS or FedEx

Effective December 8, 2008

2008-12-08T15:10:00.001-08:00

Steven's pharmacy has been compounding anesthetic dental gel to the Dental Community for a number of years now. We take pride in compounding quality anesthetic gels that are cost effective. As of December 1st, due to supplier price increases, we are adjusting our PFG Compound Gel price as follows.

PFG:

30gram = $89.95 120 1/4gram applications (67 cents per application)

45gram = $119.95 180 1/4gram applications (61 cents per application)

PFLite:

30gram = $84.95 120 1/4gram applications ( 62 cents per application)

45gram = $114.95 180 1/4gram applications (58 cents per application)

There will be the new PFG Order form soon, we apologize for the inconvenience,

DYC

2008-12-08T13:23:00.000-08:00

DYC
At Steven's Pharmacy, we compound everything you desire. We will make orders especially for you, even if it's uncommon or hard to find, we will compound it for you! We have over 20 years of compounding experience ready at your disposal and will be delighted to be at your service.
DYC is a brand of dental anesthetics that is no longer available. Dental anesthetics are used in the mouth to relieve pain or irritation caused by many conditions. Examples include toothache, teething, and sores in or around the mouth, such as cold sores, canker sores, and fever blisters. It is also very effective for hygienist cleans and highly recommended for all dentists.
Directions: Patient should rinse with about 45ML to provide decreased sensitivity for the entire mouth.

DYC .5% - Lemon / Mint
480 ML - $99.95
960 ML regular - $174.95

DYC DS (double strength) 1% Lemon / Mint
480 ML - $109.95
960 ML DS - $184.95

Remember, DYC does not ship with ice but Doctors must refrigerate upon receiving them.

Sincerely,
President Charles T. Bonner

Steven's Pharmacy
1525 Mesa Verde Dr. East
Costa mesa, CA 92626
Phone (714) 540-8911
Fax (714) 242 - 6975

Fish Oil Can Help Reduce Deaths From Heart Disease

2007-05-29T13:43:00.000-07:00

An agency of the National Institues of Health has published a report stating that fish oil can help reduce deaths from heart disease. In fact, the FDA itself says supportive but not conclusive research shows that consumption of EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids may actually reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. The latest government report cites the triglyceride-lowering effects of fish oil on reducing heart and blood vessel disorders. Another beneficial mechanism of fish oil is to protect healthy blood flow in arteries.

Enchanced Benefits of Fish Oil

help guard against lipid acid), the precursor to According to research, sesame lignans and olive fruit extract may significantly enhance the benefits of fish oil. The combination of fish oil and seasame improves mitochondrial energy output, helps maintain healthy triglyceride levels, and burns blood fats. Plus, sesame lignansperoxidation and protect against degradation of EPA and DHA in the body. Sesame lignans also increase levels of the beneficial DGLA (di-homo gamma linolenicprostaglandin D1. This prostaglandin has numerous health benefits including suppression of inflammatory events. Olive Fruit contains some of the most potent antioxidants. What's more, when polyphenol-rich olive oil is added to fish oil, a synergistic inflammatory reducing effect occurs. Most imporessive was a study showing that polyphenol-rich olive oil decreased LDL oxidation and increased beneficial HDL. Life Extension has identified a proprietary olive fruit extract complex. Just 100 mg of the cutting-edge Polyphen-Oil complex provides the amount of polyphenols equivalent to absorbing two ounces of virgin olive oil.

PF Lite Applications

2007-05-08T11:16:00.000-07:00

Dr Mike Ditolla DDS writes :

" I now use the PF Lite exclusively for pre-injection numbing. It is plenty strong to numb tissue prior to a needle puncture. For everything else I use the regular PFG. For example, I use PFG for all palatal anesthesia. Palatal (roof of the mouth) anesthesia hurts like hell!! SO whether I am packing retraction cord, extracting a tooth, or doing laser recontouring of the palatal tissue, its all with Regular."

Attention: Veterinarians

2007-05-07T14:51:00.000-07:00

Trilostane, the latest therapy for Cushing's disease in canines, is available at Steven's Pharmacy. We have strengths ranging from 60mg to 240mg depending on the weight of your canine.

Daily dose:
60mg (Dogs 5 - 20kg)
120mg (Dogs 20 - 40kg)
120-240mg (Dogs > 40kg)

Common Compounds

2007-04-18T14:11:00.000-07:00

I have put together a list of common compounds that we make at Stevens Pharmacy. Please note this is only a list of commonly prescribed compounded prescriptions- for your special needs please call the pharmacy at 800-352-3784 and speak to our Compounding Pharmacist Consultant Charles Bonner.

Bio-Identical Hormones- Testosterone, Progesterone, Dhea, Triest, Biest, ProBiest, ProTriest, ProBiTest, ProTriTest, Estradiol, Estriol, Estrone, Pregnenolone, Dhea/Pregnenolone, Melatonin- Capsules, sub-lingual drops, creams, gels, suppositories, topical drops.

Pain gels- Ketoprofen, Ketamine, Amitryptiline, Cyclobenzaprine, Lidocaine, Gabapentum, Carbamazepine, BLT, Prilo/Lido/Tetracaine,
AGL, Triple Pain, Neuropathy gel, All can be compounded in combined amounts in gels/creams etc

Anti-biotics- Ciprofloacin, Metronidazole, Amphotericin, Chloromycetin, Sulfanilamide Suspensions/creams or powders for use with an insufflator. (CSF)

Others common compounds like Acetylcisteine, Methylcobalamine gels, Squaric acid, Magic mouthwash containing Diphenhydramine, Dexamethasone, Mylanta, Lidocaine

Gastro/Stomach -Proton pump inhibitors- GERD, Gastric reflux- Lanzaprozol, Omeprazole suspensions- also Ranitidine, Cisapride

Hemorrhoids- Verapamil, Nitroglycerin Ointments

Dental compounds Profound, Cyclone, Gag supress, Xerostoma lozenges, BMS solutions

Amino acid mix- Glutamine, Lysine, Ornithine

Baldness/Alopecia- Ketoconazole/Spironolactone/Estradiol, clobetasol scalp solutions

Veterinary- Trolamine, Metronidazole, Timidazole, Hydrocodone 1.25mg, Calcitrol, Fludrocort, Fluoxetine, Glipizide- all flavors including beef, tuna, celery, liver - capsules or suspensions

Peyronies- Aminobenzoic acid

Gall bladder- Ursodiol

Pediatric Cardiology- Enalapril, Spironolactone suspensions

Hospice- Morphine Sulfate, Atropine, ABHR, Phenobarbital, Phenytoin, Haloperidol, Lorazepam, Chloral Hydrate suppositories

Vaginal- Boric Acid Suppositories

Pain Gels

2007-04-17T22:19:00.000-07:00

At Steven's Pharmacy we compound many pain formulations. Some of the items we custom compound are ketoprofen, lidocaine, ketamine, capsaicin gapapentum, amitriptyline, cyclobenzaprine, carbamazepine, etc. we can combine anti-inflammatory, anesthetic or anti-spasmotic items into one cream or gel for topical application for pain relief. We bill all insurance including workers compensation and are able to ship anywhere in the U.S. We are available for consultaion as to your particular needs whether you are a patient or a physician office.

Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy

2007-04-17T08:32:00.000-07:00

BHRT- Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy- This is a term used to describe hormones that are bio-equivalent or chemically the same as the hormones that are physiologically found in the body. At Stevens Pharmacy we compound BHRT in the form of creams, suppositories, sub-lingual drops, capsules, suspensions or any other dosage form that the physician has a certain preferance to. These hormones include Progesterone, Estrogens, DHEA, Pregnenolone and Testosterone. The Estrogens are comprised of estrone(E1), estradiol(E2), estriol (E3). The most active estrogen is estradiol and the most protective being estriol. Normally the estrogens are dispensed as Triestrogen OR Biestrogen - the TRI being all 3 estrogens E1, E2,E3 in a ratio of 10/10/80. For Biestrogen, the ratio is E2/E3 20/80. Recently more physicians are leaving out the Estrone since it is the most harmful of the three natural estrogenic hormones.

Xerostomia Lozenges

2007-04-16T12:50:00.000-07:00

At Steven's Pharmacy, we compound everything you desire. We compound orders especially for you, even if it's uncommon or hard to find! We have over 20 years of compounding experience ready at your disposal and will be delighted to be at your service.

Xerostomia (aka dry mouth) is the condition of not having enough saliva to keep the mouth wet due to inadequate function of the salivary glands. Everyone has a dry mouth once in a while when they are nervous, upset or under stress. But if someone has a dry mouth all or most of the time, it can be uncomfortable and can lead to serious health problems. Dry mouth can cause difficulties in tasting, chewing, swallowing, and speaking. If it goes untreated, severe dry mouth can also lead to increased levels of tooth decay and infections of the mouth such as due to the lack of saliva (saliva cleans teeth)

Severe dry mouth is not a normal part of aging. It can be a clue to serious systemic diseases such as Sjogren syndrome, systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, sarcoidosis, amyloidosis, and hypothyroidism.

Product Price
Xerostomia Lozenges - Used for dry mouth
Dosage - 1 - 3 Lozenges Daily
Price - $42.95 for 30 lozenges pack
Ingredients - Sodium Chloride, Potassium chloride, Calcium chloride, Silica Gel, Acesulfame Potassium, Acacia nf, Citric

Steven's Pharmacy
1525 Mesa Verde Dr. East
Costa mesa, CA 92626
Phone (714) 540-8911
Fax (714) 242 - 6975