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“From Frustration to Fulfillment: The Day I Discovered the Power of Personalized Medicine”

Before I began my work in clinical consulting and compounding, I spent many years in retail pharmacy, helping patients navigate prescriptions, insurance challenges, and medication questions. One patient’s story still stays with me — because it changed how I saw the role of a pharmacist forever.

He came into the pharmacy in visible pain. He could hardly sit or stand comfortably, and even small movements looked excruciating. His gastroenterologist had prescribed Nitrobid® (nitroglycerin ointment) to help ease his hemorrhoid pain.

When I checked the shelves, I realized we didn’t have it in stock. To make things worse, it required a prior authorization — something that can take days. Hoping to find a faster solution, I checked the cash price: $600.

He stood there quietly, tired but hopeful that this would finally bring him relief. I had to tell him that not only was the medication unavailable, but also far too expensive. It broke my heart. He walked away still in pain, and I felt powerless.

Years later, I was invited to help at a compounding pharmacy in Los Angeles, and during my first week there, I noticed an order for a compounded nitroglycerin ointment. I asked about it — and to my surprise, they could make it the same day in different strengths, customized for each patient.

And the cost? $60.

That moment changed everything for me. I realized how much difference personalized compounding can make — not just in comfort, but in accessibility, affordability, and quality of life.

Now, through my work at California Rx Consulting, I help patients access individualized, affordable therapies that truly fit their needs — from hormone balance (BHRT) to weight management, LDN, travel health, and functional medicine.

Every time I help design a treatment plan, I think back to that patient — and I’m reminded why I chose this path: to make care more personal, compassionate, and possible.

10-3-2025

When It’s Not “All in Your Head”: My Journey to Finding Balance Beyond Antidepressants

Too often, women walk into their doctor’s office seeking answers for anxiety, mood swings, fatigue, or brain fog—only to walk out with a prescription for an antidepressant. It’s not that these doctors don’t care; it’s that traditional medicine often doesn’t have the time or tools to look deeper. Hormone changes are rarely discussed, and when they are, the default solution is usually to “see your OB/GYN.”

But even that isn’t easy. Many OB/GYN offices are booked out for months, and getting an appointment feels like a victory in itself. In the meantime, women continue to suffer in silence—trying to push through their days while feeling disconnected from themselves.

I reached that point myself. I knew something was off, but I also knew I didn’t want another antidepressant. So, I decided to take things into my own hands.

I ordered a comprehensive hormone testing kit and mailed it out. When the results came back, they were eye-opening. My estrogen-to-progesterone ratio was completely out of balance. Suddenly, everything made sense—the irritability, anxiety, restless sleep, and lack of motivation.

Progesterone is often overlooked, but it’s truly nature’s anti-anxiety medicine. It calms the nervous system, supports sleep, and brings a sense of stability that no synthetic pill can replicate. Once I understood what my body was missing, I made intentional changes:

• I started reducing outside sources of estrogen from household products and plastics.
  
  

• I focused on supporting my body’s ability to metabolize excess estrogen naturally.
  
  

• I gave my body what it truly needed to restore balance.
  
  

The difference was life-changing. My mind feels clearer, my mood steadier, my energy renewed. My emotional resilience has strengthened in ways I didn’t think possible.

It pays off to know what’s going on inside your body. For me, understanding my hormones was the key to healing—not guessing, not trial and error, but data-driven, compassionate care.

Now, I want to make this accessible and affordable for other women—especially those who are too busy, overwhelmed, or unable to find the right practitioner.

At CaliforniaRxConsulting, I offer at-home hormone testing kits and personalized telehealth consultations so you can get real answers—without waiting months for an appointment. Together, we can review your results, identify imbalances, and create a customized plan to help you feel like yourself again.

💛 You don’t have to settle for “it’s just stress.”
Take the first step toward clarity and balance today.
👉 Book your hormone consultation or request a testing kit to get started.

10-24-2025