I M P R O V I N G
PATIENT CARE
& P H A R M A C Y
PROFITABILITY
Fall 2011 Issue
Community • Specialty • LTC
Tradeshow Calendar
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20 Unique
Products
& Services
Discover 20 products and
services that will help your
pharmacy improve patient care
or increase profitability.
16 Preceptors
Recognized
16 preceptors recognized by 10
colleges including MCPHS, Kentucky,
UCONN, Kansas… page 24
Pharmacist Jobs
Pharmacy Job opportunities… page 60
PreciseDose Dispenser™
BECAUSE ACCURACY IS
NOT A GAME
FEATURES & BENEFITS
Classic design allows for easy and accurate readings
FDA-registered medical device
For oral or topical use only; not for parenteral use
Clear syringes available in 1, 3, 5, 10 and 20mL
Amber syringes meet USP requirements for light sensitive drugs
and are available in 0.5, 1, 3, 5, 10 and 20mL
Compatible with various syringe accessories and
common bottle adapters
Tip-caps included for proper seal
Latex-free
The days of administering medications with unreliable metered dispensers are becoming a thing of the past. In
recognizing the importance of precision when dealing with medicated dosage forms, MEDISCA has taken a
classic design and enhanced it to adhere to modern day oral and topical applications. PreciseDose Dispenser™,
MEDISCA’s frst line of branded syringes, is sure to become an industry standard by hindering the uncalculated risks
of gambling with patient safety and compliance.
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DOSIS L60
by Manchac
Technologies, L.L.C.
The DOSIS L60 gives you the
production of two technicians and
saves you valuable time while
helping increase your flexibility
allowing you to adjust to customer
needs...
Contents
Grow Compounding
Business with
Specialized
Education from
Letco & WesternU
progressive compounders are
achieving profitable growth by
expanding into specialty niches
with new offerings tailored to
specific patient populations.
Aspirin to Go by
UrgentRx
Aspirin to Go offers your
customers a portable and fast
acting 325mg aspirin dose to
be used at the first sign of heart
attack symptoms - potentially
saving lives.
Capsule Polisher
& Finisher by Total
Pharmacy Supply, Inc.
total pharmacy supply’s
compact Capsule polisher &
Finisher provides compounding
pharmacists with an easy-to-use,
powerful and efficient solution for
cleaning and polishing capsules.
Not commodities.
COMPOUNDS.
Compounds—and compounding pharmacies—are NOT commodities.
Maximize your compounding investment to diversify your business, serve new markets and expand your
range of oferings. Letco Medical is committed to supporting your growth and profitability in specialty
compounding with quality ingredients, a vast array of supplies and equipment, advanced technical services
and strategic education programs.
Over the years, pharmacies have been pressured into a commodity
business model. Healthcare practitioners and educated consumers
are driving expansion in compounding and specialty pharmacy.
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Order Code
Product Description
Contents
Single Packet
Wholesale
Single Packet
MSRP
Units
Unit
Wholesale
URX-900-H-72
Counter Display 72ct "Heart Attack"
Contains One of Each:
URX-110-24, URX-120-24, URX130-24
$0.80
$1.39
72
$57.60
URX-900-F-72
Counter Display 72ct "Wallet Size"
Contains One of Each:
URX-110-24, URX-120-24, URX130-24
$0.80
$1.39
72
$57.60
URX-900-W-72
Counter Display 72ct "Fast Acting"
Contains One of Each:
URX-110-24, URX-120-24, URX130-24
$0.80
$1.39
72
$57.60
URX-110-24
Aspirin To Go
325 mg Aspirin - 24ct
$0.80
$1.39
24
$19.20
URX-120-24
Headache Relief to Go
425 mg Aspirin, 32.5mg Caffeine - 24 ct
$0.80
$1.39
24
$19.20
URX-130-24
Ache & Pain Relief to Go
425 mg Aspirin, 32.5mg Caffeine - 24 ct
$0.80
$1.39
24
$19.20
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*In a randomized, placebo-controlled trial(1) of 17,187 patients, one group was given
aspirin right after a myocardial infarction (heart attack). They continued aspirin treatment
for 30 days. The other group received a placebo. Research showed a reduction in death
rates by 23% for the group that received the aspirin.
(1) ISIS-2 Second International Study of Infarct Survival. Lancet 1988
“
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A heart attack
victim is 23%
more likely to
survive if they
take aspirin.*
A Vital Concept for
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■ Avoids loss of potency in the high acid environment of the stomach
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■ Bypasses the need for intrinsic factor which decreases with age
■ Almost 40% of Americans are running low on B-121
MicroLingual® delivery is key for those
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Absorbed under the tongue, Superior Source MicroLingual® vitamins
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cular (LPH) technology, the soft-molded tablet contains far fewer
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true MicroLingual® Instant Release soft-molded tablet for immediate
delivery of vitamin B-12.
Spotlight onVitamin
Current research indicates an increased need for supplementing Vitamin
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
To learn more, visit www.superiorsource1.com or call (800) 421-6175.
Compare Superior Source, Soft Molded
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■ Can take 30 minutes or longer to dissolve.
■ No guarantee of absorption in digestive tract.
■ Hard to swallow.
Capsules
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MicroLingual™
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B12
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1. An Investigation of Coronary Heart Disease in Families: The Framingham Offspring Study;
Ongoing study; Oversight by USDA Human Nutrition Research on Aging at Tufts University;
Boston, MA.
2. Georges Delpre MD; Pinhas Stark, MD; Yaron Niv, MD. Sublingual therapy for cobalim (B12)
deficiency as an alternative to oral and parenteral cobalim supplementation. The Lancet.
1999, Aug 28:354: 740-741.
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Customer
Relationship
Management (CRM)
by CAM Commerce
Integrated throughout the entire
system, CAmpos markets back
to your customers, rewarding
loyalty with the support of a robust
CRM system.
CAM maximizes on the technology needed to control inventory and
streamline retail and pharmacy processes, while increasing your
bottom line. We offer a complete customer management program
with frequent buyer, gift card, email campaigns, and more.
866-840-4443
sales@camcommerce.com
camcommerce.com
Independent pharmacy retailers choose
CAM’s POS System over any other.
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Superior Source’s
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our extensive line of
MicroLingual® products
dissolve under the tongue and
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hate to swallow pills.
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Consulting Broker Services
“I am licensed,
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all I do!”
- Daniel J. Lannon, RPh, VP
Senior Pharmacy Broker
Call me now to discuss:
1. Negotiating with one vs. multiple buyers
2. Selling to a chain vs. an independent
3. Having your wholesaler find you a buyer
4. Listing with a matching service
5. Using a “consultant” vs. a licensed
and insured broker
6. Cashing out vs. holding a note
7. Actual vs. perceived market value
8. Fiduciary duty
9. Conflicts of interest
10. Risk exposure
Prudential’s PROPRIETARY SELLING PROCESS
will NET YOU THE HIGHEST PRICE.
No risk… No obligation… Call me before
talking to or sharing information about your
pharmacy with ANY interested buyer.
10 CRITICAL ISSUES to consider when selling your pharmacy.
CALL TODAY!
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Cell
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dan@prudentialcbs.com
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SELLING YOUR
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CapsuBlend™
by MEDISCA
As compounding industry leaders,
we are dedicated to provide
the highest quality products and
services. Our new conceptual
breakthrough CapsuBlend
Excipients demonstrates
why our bases are the basis
for success.
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CAPSUBLEND™
Encapsulation made easy
NEW
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MEDISCA’ s customized,
ready-to-use formulations for
poorly soluble, highly soluble,
or hygroscopic drugs act as
the perfect fillers for
immediate-release
capsules.
ENHANCED DRUG DISSOLUTION
Demonstrated performance for diferent drug categories
IMPROVED CHEMICAL STABILITY
Potency of compounded capsules is
within allowable USP limits
INCREASED EFFICIENCY
No need for excipient selection or
blend preparation
REDUCED STATIC OF ACTIVES
Results in improved fnal powdered
blend fowability
LACTOSE-FREE
BENEFITS
1 FREE DENSIMETER with any 100g CAPSUBLEND™ sample **
1 FREE customized CAPSUBLEND™ formula with any CAPSUBLEND™ purchase
DISCLAIMER: For pharmacy compounding purposes only.* Offer expires on December 31, 2011. ** One blend type sample per customer.
Find out more at www.medisca.com or call us at
1.800.665.6334
1.800.932.1039
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Travel Cases and
Organizers for
storing temperature
sensitive medication
by Medicool, Inc.
Diabetes products are still one of
the fastest growing segments in
retail pharmacy - Increase your
front end sales profits with these
items offering 50%-60% margins.
Medicool Makes The Case
For the safe transport and protection of insulin and temperature sensitive medication
World's Leader in Products for People with Diabetes Since 1986
Insulin Protector®
Prefilled
Syringe Case™
Dia-Pak® Deluxe
D.I. Case™
Dia-Pak® Classic
Dia-Pak® Day Mate
Pen Plus Case™
Medicooler™
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Mobile Alert Systems
by LIFEWatch USA
Earn $100 by referring clients
who live alone or have family
that live alone to Lifewatch.
The Senior Care industry is Booming!
“For elderly people who live alone, becoming incapacitated and unable to get help is a
common event, which usually marks the end of their ability to live independently.”
– New England Journal of Medicine
Great record with BBB and Consumer Afairs
“I have peace of mind...
Mom remains independent.”
Ofer your customers a life saving
service they would expect from
their personal pharmacist.
800-716-1433
THE TOTAL PROTECTION PLAN FOR YOUR CUSTOMERS
• Up to 1500 ft. wireless range (5 football felds)
• 5 day battery back up
• EMT-certified 24/7 Emergency monitoring
• Supervised system
• Monthly test calls
• Wrist & necklace button
• Works with regular & VOIP phone
PLUS FREE PRODUCTS FOR YOUR CUSTOMERS!
• MediLok Key Lockbox – Prevents broken doors and windows ($40 value)
• Away from Home “Protection” Card – 24/7 access to medical information ($60/yr. value)
• Daily wellness check ($60 value)
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• 30 years of experience in medical alarms & senior safety products
• Only EMT-certified medical monitoring center in the country
• Referred by doctors & healthcare specialists
• Caring, senior-friendly service unlike any other medical alert company
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This program is a no cost, no inventory,
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All handled for you by a 30 year old
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In an emergency, all they
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How Our Alarms Work
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INSTANT CONNECTION TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE 24/7
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Preceptor
Recognitions
20Ways MISSION
To educate pharmacy management on
products and services that serve to improve
patient care or improve a pharmacy’s financial
bottom line, while distilling and presenting this
relevant information via 20 product-profiles.
2011 CIRCULATION
issue Focus: hospital & infusion
issue Frequency: summer & Winter
Circulation per Issue: 19,000+
6,500+ hospital Directors
2,200+ Clinical Consultants
2,500+ Industry Executives
5,000+ College preceptors
1,800+ College Faculty
1,000+ tradeshow handouts
issue Focus: Retail, specialty & LtC
issue Frequency: spring & Fall
Circulation per Issue: 31,800+
18,000+ Owners (Independents)
2,500+ Retail Chain Executives
2,500+ Industry Executives
5,000+ College preceptors
1,800+ College Faculty
2,000+ tradeshow handouts
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Purchasing a pharmacy is a major decision with
cost, location and fi nance options to consider.
Cardinal Health can assist in this process, including
structure and fi nancing discussions.
You see your future.
We see a pharmacy owner.
Pharmacy Transition
For pharmacists who plan to retire, the key to a well-def ned exit strategy is being proactive
to help secure f nancial well-being upon retirement. Cardinal Health helps pharmacists
realize the full market value of their pharmacy and consider transition opportunities.
For more information visit
cardinalhealth.com/us/en/pharmacytransitionstrategy
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registered trademarks of Cardinal Health. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. Lit. No. 1RI7129 (08/2011)
What are QR Codes?
A QR Code or “Quick Response” Code is a special type of barcode that is readable by most
camera-equipped smart phones. When you scan this QR code using the appropriate smart phone
application, you will be automatically directed to our website. We suggest using the BeeTagg
QR Reader application, which is available free-of-charge in the Windows Phone Marketplace,
Android Market, Ovi Store, Apple App Store, Blackberry App World and Samsung Apps.
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Magnetic Puzzles
by Health-ettes
health-ettes promotes
education and helps set the
precedent that the pharmacy
cares about the community
and encourages healthy
choices in partnership with
pharmaceutical line.
Actual Size 5.375" x 5.375"
Health-ettes are a unique line of health
education magnetize puzzle products
to assist pharmacies managing children
with chronic illnesses.
Health-Ettes are
• Colorful
• Inexpensive
• Durable
• Simple to use
• Educational
• Environmentally safe
• FUN
Benefits
• Provides an affordable means to expand your
pharmacy health education
• Supports your clients efforts to manage
chronic illnesses (asthma, diabetes, and
obesity) in children
• Reinforces the health messages you want
clients to see every day
• Encourages simple, positive changes
in behaviors
• English and Spanish versions
Uses
• Supports customer loyalty
• Increases profits for your pharmacy
• Compliments existing pharmacy
health education efforts
• Provides “added value” to a pharmacy’s existing
customer service base
• Addresses health literacy needs of your customers
Featured in
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T3 SODIUM
DILUTION™ (1:1000)
by PCCA
using pCCA’s t3 soDium
DILUTION (1:1000) will save
time and reduce risk of
compounding errors.
PCCA is the only company in the compounding
industry to provide a 1:1000 DILUTION OF
LIOTHYRONINE SODIUM USP (T3) to help you
meet the specialized needs of your patients.
With more than 30 years of experience supporting the
independent pharmacist, PCCA provides industry leading
quality pharmaceuticals, training, testing and education.
Call us to find out how PCCA membership can help you.
You’ll Save Time, Money
and Lose the Worry
PCCA’s Exclusive
T3 SODIUM DILUTION™ (1:1000)
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Group Purchasing
by Innovatix
We can help you trim your
budget without sacrificing
quality. We’re here to help you
save on products and services
for your entire business.
EvolutionPOS™
for Pharmacy, by
Retail Management
Solutions
evolutionpos is the next-
generation, portable point-of-
sale system. Its portability and
affordability enable pharmacies
to efficiently provide even more
responsive customer service.
We can help. Innovatix is a leading
group purchasing organization
serving pharmacies nationwide.
Looking to capture
additional savings?
Membership is free. Call us today for more information.
(888) 258-3273 innovatix.com
The Leader in Pharmacy Point-of-Sale Innovation
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Pharmacy
Immunization
Compliance Program
by R.J. Hedges &
Associates
Immunization provision is
becoming a standard practice that
pharmacies need to perform in
order to remain competitive...
Metro’s MedDispense
Series Simple,
Reliable Automated
Dispensing for
Long-term Care
metro offers pharmacy fixtures,
medication carts, mobile
computing workstations and
automated dispensing cabinets
designed to...
PHARMACY
IMMUNIZATION
COMPLIANCE PROGRAM
R.J. Hedges & Associates
Pharmacy Immunization Compliance Policy and
Procedure Program includes:
• easy to read and follow policies and procedures with necessary documents needed
to implement an immunization program
• An outline/plan to implement a 10-15 minute vaccination process
• Guidance to help you and your staff perform efficient, compliant and
professional immunizations
• instructions for properly documenting and recording physicians’ standing orders
• A bloodborne pathogen plan that specifically addresses applicable oshA Rules
and Regulations
• A hazard Communication plan that specifically addresses applicable oshA Rules
and Regulations
• Facility safety program
• training videos
• Workflow management
R.J. Hedges & Associates
Pharmacy Immunization Compliance Program
provides your pharmacy with the proper policies and procedures needed
to remain compliant with immunization guidelines.
What’s The Advantage?
providing immunizations will generate more traffic into your pharmacy, thus increasing
otC, retail and prescription sales.
For Orders or More Information:
Phone: 724-357-8380 Email: info@rjhedges.com
Web: www.RJHedges.com/immunizations
Simply
indispensable.
Metro’s automated medication and supply dispensing systems streamline medication
management, increase efficiency and help to ensure a better patient experience. The
MedDispense Series provides a system that combines security with simplicity to improve
the productivity of your medication management process.
To find out more visit www.metro.com/automateddispensing or call 800-992-1776.
MedDispense Series is easy-to-use, easy-to-afford... not easy to be without.
MEDICATION MANAGEMENT • Mobile Computing • Clinical Products
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Pharmacy Packaging
Solutions by Medical
Packaging Inc.
providing cost-effective, compliant,
bar-coded packaging solutions,
assuring patient safety through
precise dosing and ease of
administration while reducing drug
inventory costs and cart storage
space in the LTC pharmacy.
470 Route 31 • P.O. Box 500 • Ringoes, NJ 08551
Toll free. 800.257.5282 | Fax. 609.466.3775 | www.medpak.com
Medical
Packaging Inc.
Oral Solid Packaging
Oral Liquid Packaging
Overwrapping
Labeling
The solution for compliance
to the CMS Short Cycle
Dispensing Rule of
14 Days or Less* . . .
*Also capable of
7 day or less dispensing!
Bar-Coded, Unit Dose
Packaging Solutions
For the LTC Pharmacy
Manufactured by Medical Packaging Inc.
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Calendar
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packaging.
supplies.
software.
delivery & carts.
Short Cycle Dispensing.
2013 Solutions
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Cycle:
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UltiCare® Premium
Needles with the
UltiGuard® Safe Pack
by UltiMed, Inc.
UltiMed combines premium
quality needles and an approved
sharps container all in one
system.
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Community Pharmacy
Focus Grants by CPF
CpF Focus Grants support the
collaboration between colleges
of pharmacy, associations
and community pharmacies
to demonstrate the value
pharmacists play in improving
patient care.
DEMONSTRATING VALUE IN PATIENT CARE
Focus Grants by the Community Pharmacy Foundation are an exciting opportunity, primarily for colleges of
pharmacy and pharmacy associations, to work with CPF in designing a major study/project in collaboration
with community pharmacies and pharmacists. For more information, please visit the CPF website.
www.communitypharmacyfoundation.org
HELP COMMUNITY PHARMACY
HOW FOCUS GRANTS BY CPF
®
A little more care.
A little less cost.
Available in a 100–count UltiGuard safe pack.
UltiCare® UltiGuard®
pen needles and insulin syringes
Now you can give your patients all the comfort of the
leading brand for less. UltiCare pen needles feature a
triple bevel tip for easier insertion, are electromagnetically
polished for a smooth finish, and silicone coated for added
patient comfort.
Nobody cares like UltiCare.
100 universal-fit pen needles or insulin syringes in an UltiGuard safe pack.
Covered by most health insurance plans.
For more information, call 1-877-854-3434.
UltiCare® & UltiGuard® are registered trademarks of UltiMed, Inc., St. Paul, MN, 55101. ©2011 UltiMed, Inc.
UltiGuard® Safe disposal made easy.
Our patented UltiGuard safe pack combines
premium needles and an approved sharps
container all in one system.
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Retail Pharmacy
Operations Manual
by PRS
the Retail pharmacy operations
Manual will save your pharmacy
time and money by increasing
operational efficiencies.
The PRS Retail Pharmacy
Operational Manual
is a collection of
state and federal
good business practices
to help your pharmacy
operation run smoothly.
PHARMACY
S E R V I C E S
PRS
PHARMACY
S E R V I C E S
PRS
Personnel
Vendors
Facility
Pharmacy Practice
Prescriptions
Controlled drugs
Third Party Insurance
Inventory and Compliance
All included in a three-ring binder
and CD to keep on-hand
in your pharmacy.
P.O. Box 852
201 Depot Street, Suite 200
Latrobe, PA 15650
Phone: 724-539-7820
Toll Free: 800-338-3688
Fax: 724-539-1388
www.prsrx.com
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TAKE CHARGE®
Lifestyle Modification
earn minimum profit of $560
per patient by providing the
tAKe ChARGe Lifestyle
modification program to
patients whose health is
compromised by being
overweight/obese…
1.800.782.3444 | www.takechargerx.com
Become a part of the new revolution of Independent Pharmacists profiting
from TAKE CHARGE® and enjoy your share of the $60,000,000,000
being spent every year by Americans on obesity & associated illnesses
such as high blood pressure, cholesterol, & diabetes.
HELP YOUR OBESE/
OVERWEIGHT PATIENTS
DEVELOP A NEW
REVENUE STREAM
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Not commodities.
COMPOUNDS.
Compounds—and compounding pharmacies—are NOT commodities.
Maximize your compounding investment to diversify your business, serve new markets and expand your
range of oferings. Letco Medical is committed to supporting your growth and profitability in specialty
compounding with quality ingredients, a vast array of supplies and equipment, advanced technical services
and strategic education programs.
Over the years, pharmacies have been pressured into a commodity
business model. Healthcare practitioners and educated consumers
are driving expansion in compounding and specialty pharmacy.
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