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12/30/2025

Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN): A New Look at Pain and Inflammation

Low Dose Naltrexone, or LDN, is gaining attention for its potential to help regulate the immune system and reduce inflammation in conditions like fibromyalgia, Crohn’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and multiple sclerosis.

At very small doses (typically 0.5–4.5 mg), LDN temporarily blocks opioid receptors, encouraging the body to produce more natural endorphins, which may help control pain and immune response. It may also calm overactive immune cells that contribute to chronic inflammation.

Because standard naltrexone tablets come in much higher doses, LDN is prepared through compounding to meet each patient’s needs. With a low side effect profile and growing clinical interest, LDN offers a personalized option for managing chronic pain and autoimmune conditions.

12/23/2025

💗 The Power of Oxytocin

Known as the “bonding hormone,” oxytocin supports emotional connection, intimacy, and calmness. It’s released during moments of closeness, like touch, affection, and social bonding, and helps regulate stress and emotional balance.

Because oxytocin breaks down quickly in the body, compounded nasal or sublingual forms can offer a personalized way to support emotional wellness, postpartum recovery, and connection under a provider’s guidance.

12/22/2025

Psoriasis affects over eight million Americans and causes rapid skin cell buildup that leads to scaly, itchy patches and flare-ups triggered by stress, illness, or weather.

When standard treatments like corticosteroids or vitamin D creams may not provide enough relief, compounded medications can offer a more personalized approach. Compounding allows pharmacists to tailor strength, texture, and ingredients, creating custom creams, gels, or sprays designed for comfort and sensitivity.

Talk to your provider about whether a compounded solution might be right for you.

12/20/2025

🌿 Longevity Starts with Balance — Inside and Out ✨

Aging is a natural process, but how we age can make all the difference. From energy levels and sleep quality to skin health and mental clarity, maintaining balance across your body’s systems is key to supporting long-term wellness.

That’s where compounding pharmacies can make a difference. By working closely with your healthcare provider, our compounding pharmacist can help create personalized medications and recommend supplements tailored to your body’s unique needs, aiming to optimize hormone balance, support cellular health, and promote vitality at every stage of life.

The goal can be to help:
💧 Support hormone and adrenal balance
🧠 Enhance mental clarity and focus
💪 Boost energy and muscle recovery
🌙 Improve sleep and stress resilience
✨ Nourish skin health and promote collagen support

Talk to your provider or compounding pharmacist about how personalized wellness solutions may help you feel your best while supporting your long-term health and vitality. 💙

12/19/2025

❄️ Winter Skin Woes? You’re Not Alone.

As temperatures drop and indoor heat rises, many people notice their skin becoming dry, itchy, or irritated, a condition known as xerosis. Low humidity and cold air can strip away your skin’s natural moisture, leaving it rough, flaky, and even prone to cracking or infection.

One of the best ways to help? 💧 Restore your skin’s moisture barrier.

Our compounding pharmacy can work with your provider to create customized topical formulations, creams, ointments, or lotions, designed to increase hydration and soothe irritation. Compounded moisturizers can be tailored with specific bases and ingredients to address your unique skin needs, from mild dryness to chronic conditions like eczema or psoriasis.

This winter, don’t let dry skin get the best of you. Ask your healthcare provider or our pharmacist how a personalized skincare solution may help you stay comfortable, hydrated, and healthy all season long. 🌨️

12/18/2025

🧠✨ Feeling Foggy? You’re Not Alone.

If you’ve ever walked into a room and forgotten why, or found yourself losing focus mid-conversation, you’re experiencing something many people face in midlife: brain fog.

For women, these changes are often tied to hormone fluctuations during perimenopause and menopause. Low levels of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone can impact brain communication, memory, and focus, leaving you feeling scattered, tired, or not like yourself.

But here’s the good news: brain fog isn’t permanent, and it’s not the same as dementia. Many women find relief through personalized care that supports hormone balance and brain health.

At our compounding pharmacy, we work with providers to prepare customized therapies that may include:
💊 Customized Hormone Therapy – Helps support mood, focus, and energy.
⚡ NAD+ or Glutathione – Helps protect against brain aging and oxidative stress.
🌿 Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) – May reduce neuroinflammation and improve clarity.

Your brain deserves as much care as the rest of your body. 💗

Discuss personalized options with your healthcare provider or our compounding pharmacist that may help you think more clearly, feel sharper, and stay balanced throughout every stage of life.

12/16/2025

💊 Your Health Depends on Balance

When one area of your health is off, thyroid, weight, or focus, everything can feel out of sync. At our compounding pharmacy, we create personalized medications and recommend professional-grade supplements to help restore balance and well-being.

⚖️ Thyroid Health: Custom thyroid medications and supportive nutrients like selenium and iodine may help optimize energy, mood, and metabolism.
🏃‍♀️ Weight Management: We work with your provider to prepare compounded options and recommend supplements such as B-vitamins, fiber, and metabolic blends to help achieve healthy results.
🧠 Mental Clarity: Targeted nutrients like omega-3s, magnesium, and nootropics may help support sharper thinking and steady energy.

Your health isn’t one-size-fits-all; your treatment shouldn’t be either.

12/13/2025

🎄 Feeling the Holiday Stress? Let’s Talk About It!

The holidays are joyful, but let’s be real, they can also be exhausting! Between shopping, cooking, cleaning, and celebrating, your body and mind can start to feel the strain. Stress impacts everything from your mood and energy to your digestion, sleep, and even heart health.

Here’s how to support your body through the busy season:
💊 Vitamin B Complex – Helps boost energy, mood, and adrenal function to keep your stress hormones balanced.
🌿 L-Theanine – Found in green tea, this amino acid promotes calm focus and relaxation without drowsiness. It can even help balance caffeine’s effects!
😴 Melatonin – If stress has your sleep off track, melatonin can help you fall asleep faster and wake up refreshed.

Talk with our pharmacist about personalized supplement options that may help you feel your best through all the holiday hustle.

12/11/2025

💊 Personalized Relief for Hemorrhoid Discomfort

Chronic hemorrhoids can cause ongoing pain, itching, and irritation that disrupt daily life. When standard treatments fall short, compounded medications can offer more targeted relief.

Customized formulations combining ingredients like lidocaine (for pain), hydrocortisone (for inflammation), and sucralfate (for tissue protection) can be prepared as creams or specialized suppositories to deliver medication exactly where it’s needed.

These compounded options are especially helpful for patients with persistent symptoms, sensitivities to commercial products, or pregnancy-related discomfort. By working closely with healthcare providers, compounding pharmacists create personalized solutions designed to ease pain and promote healing. 🌿

12/10/2025

💊 Did You Know Your Medications Could Deplete Key Nutrients?

While prescription drugs are essential for managing many health conditions, some can quietly reduce the body’s levels of important vitamins and minerals. This happens when medications interfere with nutrient absorption, speed up metabolism, or increase excretion.

For example, certain pain relievers may lower antioxidant levels that protect the liver, asthma medications can reduce potassium, and cholesterol-lowering drugs often decrease CoQ10—impacting energy and muscle health. Even common medications for diabetes or heart conditions may affect nutrients like magnesium, zinc, folate, or vitamin B12.

Working with your provider or pharmacist to identify potential nutrient gaps and consider supplementation can help maintain balance, support overall health, and improve long-term outcomes. 🌿

12/08/2025

🐾 Supporting Your Dog’s Heart Health

Hearing that your dog has heart disease can be overwhelming, but with the right care and treatment plan, many dogs can still live long, happy lives. Heart conditions in pets can affect how efficiently the heart pumps blood, leading to symptoms such as coughing, fatigue, or fluid buildup.

Veterinarians often prescribe medications to help strengthen the heart, improve circulation, reduce fluid buildup, and manage blood pressure. These treatments work together to support heart function and improve comfort and quality of life.

For pets who have trouble taking pills, compounding pharmacies can create customized medications in forms that are easier to give, like flavored liquids, chewable treats, or precisely measured doses.

With personalized veterinary care and ongoing monitoring, dogs with heart conditions can continue to enjoy more active, comfortable days with the families who love them. ❤️🐶

12/06/2025

😴 Struggling with Sleepless Nights?

Insomnia affects nearly 1 in 3 adults and can take a serious toll on your energy, focus, and long-term health. Poor sleep is linked to stress, hormonal changes, chronic pain, and lifestyle habits, making it one of the most common and complex health concerns today.

Simple changes like keeping a consistent bedtime, limiting caffeine, and creating a calm sleep environment can make a big difference. Supplements such as melatonin, magnesium, or chamomile may also help support natural sleep cycles.

When these steps aren’t enough, customized compounded therapies such as hormone creams or sublingual preparations may offer a personalized approach to improving rest. By working with your provider, you can uncover the root cause and find gentle solutions for potentially better sleep and better health.

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7715 Beechmont Avenue
Cincinnati, OH
45255

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Friday	9am - 7pm
Saturday	9am - 3pm

Website

http://www.tristaterx.com/

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Pharmaceutical services are a vital component to any medical practice. Whether you work for a local pediatrician or a regional hospital, having a reliable professional like Tri-State Compounding Pharmacy in Cincinnati, OH, is one of the most effective ways to boost your reputation throughout the community, especially when they offer compounding services that tailor medications specifically to individual needs. With a team of experienced pharmacists and a variety of quality products, Tri-State Compounding Pharmacy has become the go-to company for exceptional pharmaceutical services. Founded in 1939 as Kunkel Pharmacy, this local pharmacy store quickly opened several different locations throughout Cincinnati. After changing hands multiple times, Kunkel Pharmacy eventually came to Beechmont Avenue, where it became the most well-known independent pharmacy in the Tri-State area. This led to its name being changed to Tri-State Compounding Pharmacy in 2014. Compounding as a way to customize prescription medications makes this local business stand out in pharmaceutical services. Compounding is a way of preparing prescriptions by taking the specific needs and restrictions of each patient and creating dosages that are not only easy to take but more effective for improving their health. Since Tri-State Compounding Pharmacy is a member of the Professional Compounding Centers of America (PCCA), they have access to a network of pharmacists who use compounding in their work and are provided with advanced training opportunities. This enables these experts to stay up-to-date with the latest industry developments and allows them to give their clients superior compounding solutions. While Tri-State Compounding Pharmacy is known for their personalized prescriptions, they also come highly recommended for their selection of medical equipment. From ambulatory aids to wound care products and orthopedic supplies, local offices know they can rely on them for any medical equipment or products they may need. Discover more about these local pharmaceutical services by calling (513) 624-7333. One of the friendly representatives for Tri-State Compounding Pharmacy will be available to answer your questions. Visit their website for additional information.