MCAS & Allergies
Carefully formulated preparations for mast cell activation syndrome, multiple chemical sensitivities, and complex allergic conditions.
Carefully formulated preparations for mast cell activation syndrome, multiple chemical sensitivities, and complex allergic conditions.
In MCAS, mast cells — the immune cells found throughout the body — become hyperreactive and release excessive amounts of chemical mediators like histamine. Symptoms can show up nearly anywhere: flushing, hives, itching, GI distress, brain fog, fatigue, and reactions to foods or environmental triggers that most people wouldn't even notice.
For MCAS patients, what's in a medication matters as much as what the medication does. Dyes, preservatives, common fillers — any of them can trigger a reaction.
Compounding lets us build preparations around each patient's sensitivities. We can use carefully selected hypoallergenic fillers — and in some cases, very little filler at all.
Ingredients we commonly avoid when prescribed for MCAS patients:
No two MCAS patients react to exactly the same set of ingredients. We work with you and your physician to build preparations around your specific sensitivities — not a one-size-fits-all allergen list.
H1 blockers (levocetirizine, loratadine, hydroxyzine) and H2 blockers (famotidine) in dye-free capsules or liquids.
Cromolyn sodium and ketotifen in dye-free, preservative-free formulations.
LDN capsules prepared with minimal, hypoallergenic fillers — see our LDN page for more on strengths and formulation.
Compounded preparations for MCAS require a prescription from a licensed healthcare provider experienced with complex allergic conditions. Visit our provider referrals page if you need help finding a practitioner.
Contact us to discuss allergen-free formulation options with our pharmacist.
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