Shaun Noorian, CEO and founder of Empower Pharmacy, joins The Mark Bishop Show to discuss the importance of compounding pharmacies in today’s healthcare landscape.
Mark and Shaun discuss the impact Empower Pharmacy has had on the healthcare industry. Specializing in men’s and women’s health, dermatology, hormone replacement, and weight management, Empower Pharmacy offers a wide range of drug options.
Shaun goes on to explain that unlike traditional pharmacies, compounding pharmacies create personalized medications tailored to individual patient needs.
For that reason, compounding pharmacies offer unique potential treatment options and may be particularly beneficial for patients with specific requirements or allergies.
But, compounding pharmacies have faced suspicion and critique in the past.
Myths and Misconceptions
Addressing some concerns, Shaun and Mark takes time to clarify myths and misconceptions surrounding the industry, including:
- Misconception: Compounded medications are unsafe
However: When prepared by a licensed and reputable compounding pharmacy, compounded medications can be safe* - Misconception: Compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities are not regulated
However: They are subject to strict regulations on the state and federal level, including adhering to guidelines from the State Board of Pharmacy, the FDA, and the United States of Pharmacopeia (USP) - Misconception: Compounding medication is outdated
However: While the practice dates back centuries, modern compounding pharmacies like Empower use cutting-edge technologies to create customized solutions to meet today’s and tomorrow’s standard.
Safety and Quality
Having been in the compounding space for 15 years, Shaun shares his industry expertise on the changing landscape. In the past few years, the federal and state government have enacted laws and regulations to help ensure patient safety. These changes include strict criteria for quality and safety.
Since its genesis, Empower Pharmacy has prioritized safety and quality in all its practices. Empower adheres to stringent regulations set by State Boards of Pharmacy, the FDA, and USP standards, and even voluntary quality testing.
By utilizing advanced techniques and state-of-the-art technology, Empower Pharmacy ensures that each product meets high quality standards.
A Personalized Approach
As a 503A compounding pharmacy and 503B outsourcing facility, Empower Pharmacy produces a wide range of medications at a low cost by eliminating middlemen. This approach allows them to provide patients and healthcare providers with affordable, high-quality medications.
Empower is committed to educating patients and providers about the benefits of compounding and providing access to quality medications.
Through their continuous investment in advanced facilities and personnel, Empower Pharmacy is at the forefront of personalized healthcare.
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* the FDA does not approve this claim
