Scars, Keloid, Wounds Compounds
Scars may represent significant events in our lives, but they don’t have to be permanent or define us. Compounding can help scars heal over time, allowing you to regain confidence in your skin.
Regardless of the cause of your scar – whether it’s from a skin condition, injury, surgery, burn, or cut – compounding can offer a tailored solution. At iPharma Pharmacy, we create custom topical medications designed to achieve the therapeutic goals of our patients.
Our scar therapy is suitable for all types of scar tissue, including:
- Acne scars
- Burns
- New scars
- Old scars
- Surgical scars
- Hyperpigmented scars
- Stretch marks
- Keloids
- Hyperpigmented scars
- Wounds
The Power of Compounding
Over-the-counter and commercially available medications may not always provide the specific treatment you need. Our compounding team, however, can work closely with you and your doctor to find a customized solution that’s just right for you. Don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions about compounded wound and scar management. Let us help you on your journey to healthier, rejuvenated skin.
Understanding Common Wounds and Types of Scars
Scars form naturally during the healing process after the body sustains an injury. The size and appearance of a scar depend on factors such as location, cause of injury, genetics, ethnicity, and age. While scars never disappear completely, medication from iPharma Pharmacy can help reduce their size and improve their appearance.
Our compounded medications can help treat various types of scars, including:
Normal Fine-Line Scars:
A minor wound, such as a cut or following surgery, will usually heal to leave a raised line, which will gradually fade and flatten over time (up to 2 years). These scars are not usually painful but may be itchy for a few months.
Keloid Scars:
Characterized by an overgrowth of tissue due to excessive collagen production, keloids extend beyond the original wound area. They can be raised, itchy, or painful, and may restrict movement if tight and near a joint.
Hypertrophic Scars:
Similar to keloids, hypertrophic scars result from excess collagen at the wound site. However, they don’t extend beyond the boundary of the original wound and may gradually improve over a few years.
Pitted or Sunken Scars:
Caused by skin conditions like acne and chickenpox, pitted scars can also develop due to injuries resulting in a loss of underlying fat. These scars have a sunken or pitted appearance.
Scar Contractures:
Often caused by burns, these scars result from the skin “shrinking,” leading to tightness and restricted movement.
Why Choose iPharma Pharmacy’s Compounded Wound and Scar Treatments Over Over-the-Counter Remedies:
Scar healing processes vary depending on the individual and the nature of the injury. Over-the-counter creams, designed for mass appeal, may not be formulated to address specific needs or scar types.
Custom Medication for Scars and Wounds:
iPharma Pharmacy offers customized wound care and scar healing solutions for a variety of issues, including acne, burns, and surgical scars. If you’re considering compounding medications, consult your healthcare provider to determine if this option is right for you. Let iPharma Pharmacy help you on your journey to healthier, rejuvenated skin.
Ingredients Used in Compounded Medications for Scars, Keloids, and Wounds:
5-Fluorouracil (5-FU):
- Often used for keloids and hypertrophic scars
- Benefits: Inhibits collagen synthesis, reduces scar thickness, can be combined with corticosteroids for enhanced effects
Alpha Lipoic Acid:
- Used for various scar types
- Benefits: Potent antioxidant, helps reduce inflammation, supports skin cell regeneration
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C):
- Effective for various scar types, including hyperpigmentation
- Benefits: Promotes collagen production, supports wound healing, helps fade hyperpigmentation
Benzocaine:
- Used for pain management in keloids and hypertrophic scars
- Benefits: Topical anesthetic, provides temporary pain relief, helps manage discomfort associated with scars
Betamethasone:
- Effective for keloids and hypertrophic scars
- Benefits: Reduces inflammation, decreases collagen production, softens and flattens raised scars
Bleomycin:
- Suitable for keloids and hypertrophic scars
- Benefits: Inhibits collagen synthesis, reduces scar size and thickness, may be an alternative for patients unresponsive to corticosteroid treatment
Caffeine:
- Used for various scar types
- Benefits: Improves blood flow, reduces inflammation, may help minimize scar formation
Collagenase:
- Used for keloids, hypertrophic scars, and wound healing
- Benefits: Breaks down excess collagen, helps remodel scar tissue, promotes wound healing
Corticosteroids:
- Effective for keloids and hypertrophic scars
- Benefits: Reduces inflammation, decreases collagen production, softens and flattens raised scars
Diphenhydramine:
- Used for itching and inflammation associated with various scar types
- Benefits: Antihistamine, reduces itching and inflammation, helps manage discomfort associated with scars
Gabapentin:
- Used for pain management in keloids and hypertrophic scars
- Benefits: Reduces nerve-related pain, helps manage discomfort associated with scars
Hydroquinone:
- Effective for hyperpigmentation and acne scars
- Benefits: Lightens dark spots and evens skin tone, suppresses melanin production, can be combined with other agents for improved results
Hyaluronic Acid:
- Used for acne scars and other atrophic scars
- Benefits: Fills depressed scars, promotes collagen production, hydrates skin, improves skin texture
Imiquimod:
- Effective for keloids and hypertrophic scars
- Benefits: Modulates immune response, reduces scar size and thickness, may help prevent scar formation
Lidocaine:
- Used for pain management in keloids and hypertrophic scars
- Benefits: Local anesthetic, provides temporary pain relief, helps manage discomfort associated with scars
Nifedipine:
- Effective for keloids and hypertrophic scars
- Benefits: Reduces collagen production, relaxes smooth muscle cells, may help prevent scar formation
Pentoxifylline:
- Used for keloids, hypertrophic scars, and wound healing
- Benefits: Improves blood flow, reduces inflammation, may help prevent scar formation
Prilocaine:
- Used for pain management in keloids and hypertrophic scars
- Benefits: Local anesthetic, provides temporary pain relief, helps manage discomfort associated with scars
Silicone Gel:
- Effective for keloids, hypertrophic scars, and surgical scars
- Benefits: Reduces scar thickness and redness, improves skin elasticity, non-invasive and easy to apply
Tamoxifen:
- Effective for keloids and hypertrophic scars
- Benefits: Inhibits collagen production, reduces scar size and thickness, may help prevent scar formation
Always consult a healthcare professional before using compounded medications for scar treatment. They can assess your specific needs and recommend the most appropriate treatment. At iPharma Pharmacy, we work closely with healthcare providers to create customized medications tailored to your unique requirements.