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CBD – What It Is And What It Can Do

By RX3 Compounding Pharmacy August 23, 2019


 

CBD products are being cross marketed and integrated into a variety of health and wellness environments.  At RX3 Compounding Pharmacy, it is our mission to educate our community regarding wellness, nutrition, and opportunities to optimize health.  RX3 staff are CBD specialists and will assist individuals in learning more about CBD and determine which product may be best suited for you.  

All CBD is not created equal.  According to the FDA, a significant percentage of CBD is not what it says it is.  RX3 only offers verified professional, physician recommended and the third party tested products with certificates of analysis. 

CBD oil is the essential oil produced from the stalk, stems, leaves, and flowers of the hemp plant. Cannabinoids (CBD) are part of a class of diverse chemical compounds that act on receptors in the human endocannabinoid system.

 

CBD is also a natural solution to nourish, support, and balance the body’s endocannabinoid system. It provides a full-spectrum blend of cannabinoids, creating an “entourage effect” which extends the health benefits of CBD alone. These CBD oils are non-psychoactive and hemp-derived.   

The endocannabinoid system (ECS), helps maintain the optimal balance in the body and enables the brain and central nervous system to fine tune, or balance, tissue activity, a process called homeostasis. The ECS is a naturally-present system that controls a range of body functions: cognition, memory, temperature, immune system optimization, muscle movement, mood, and much more. CBD will work with your body to promote a wealth of benefits. Factors that contribute to an unhealthy ECS function include aging and poor lifestyle habits such as an inadequate diet, lack of exercise, and exposure to toxins and stress.

CBD and Pediatrics.  RX3 staff continues to hear uplifting feedback from our patients daily regarding the benefits of CBD for a myriad of health concerns and well-being.  RX3 offers Charlotte’s Web brand CBD products and shares this story which we encourage you to read:  https://healthyhempoil.com/charlottes-web/.  

How can CBD benefit health? CBD can be a gamechanger for many individuals.  The full spectrum of cannabinoids, terpenes, and essential oils extracted from the plant work together to magnify the therapeutic benefit of each individual cannabinoid.   Here are just a few of the areas in the brain and body that may benefit from CBD:  

  • Anxiety
  • Arthritis
  • Dermatology
  • Depression
  • Digestion
  • Immune Function
  • Inflammation
  • Memory
  • Mood
  • Motor Control
  • Pain
  • Sleep

The preferred CBD product is the liquid tincture. CBD oil given under the tongue goes directly into the bloodstream and bypasses the liver to allow for maximum absorption. Other products are also available including capsules, gummies, topical creams, and more.   

Some additional helpful info :

Insurance will likely not cover the CBD products., FSA maybe.  We always offer multiple price points – for every budget. We have very affordable products and we pass along discounts to our customers.  (Most of the main brands require standardized pricing.)   We do offer free mailing – for anyone who cannot make it to the pharmacy – we can handle any CBD questions and order via phone – that is a bonus.

Why trust RX3 to be your CBD resource – because our staff are CBD specialists, because we will talk to you face to face and explain and answer your questions because we fully vet our products and only offer professional quality brands.

For all your questions and info, please call any of the  staff and ask to discuss CBD options

RX3 Compounding Pharmacy, Virginia’s First Nationally Accredited Compounding Pharmacy,  is a locally-owned specialty compounding pharmacy which has been operating in the Richmond area since 1995.   RX3’s pharmacist team have been awarded top honors in Bedside Manner awards for several years as well as honors for Best Senior Pharmacy.  RX3 pharmacy and owners are heavily involved in the academic and practicing healthcare community locally and statewide.     RX3 accepts most insurances and well as provides traditional pharmacy services in addition to being true industry specialists in the art and science of pharmacy compounding.  RX3 pharmacy, with state of the art facilities, is the only compounding pharmacy in the region, and one of only a few in Virginia, to offer a specialized sterile compounding laboratory.   Please visit our website rx3pharmacy.com, sign up for email newsletters, (https://www.rx3pharmacy.com/) and follow us on social media at facebook.com/Rx3Pharmacy.    

FREE MAILING FOR CBD PRODUCTS.  We know that daily demands on your time don’t always allow you to get everywhere you need to be.  RX3 is pleased to offer free mailing services for CBD products.  Call 804-717-5000 for more information. 

Short Pump

11934 West Broad Street 

Suite 100

Richmond, VA 23233

804-717-5000

Chester

12230 Iron Bridge Road

Suite C

Chester, VA 23831

804-717-5000

Both locations can be reached by calling (804) 717-5000 or our toll-free at (888) 384-5470.