by Amy Sharp

Although many people are aware that driving under the influence of alcohol or other illegal controlled substances can result in a criminal charge, most do not know that driving while under the influence of certain medications, legally prescribed by a doctor, can also result in an arrest and conviction. In the state of Texas, you could be charged with the crime of driving while intoxicated (DWI) if a law enforcement officer suspects that your normal mental and/or physical faculties have been impaired by the consumption of alcohol or drugs – including prescription medications (Texas State Penal Code, § 49.0).

But what do you do–you have places to be, kids to drop off–and the pain is too much to bear? Dr. Lance Campbell, Pharm.D, R.Ph at Campbell’s Compounding in Sugar Land says, “As a pharmacist, I’ve seen many patients who wear their pain on their faces. You don’t have to struggle through each day in agony. Here at the pharmacy we can compound creams that deliver pain relief without mental impairment, or any of the other side effects that can go along with oral medication like nausea. In consultation with your primary care doctor, orthopedist, or other specialist, we tailor your medicine to your specific pain…whether it’s nerve pain, inflammation, throbbing, or chronic pain. And of course we want it to work! If you’re using a pain-relieving cream that’s just not cutting it or that irritates your skin, you can talk to us and we’ll change the formulation.”

Maybe you’re thinking “I’m ok. My pill bottle doesn’t have one of those labels saying ‘Do not drive or operate heavy machinery’”…but it doesn’t matter. A law enforcement officer only has to suspect normal mental impairment, and the officer has a case for DWI. Dr. Campbell says, “There are so many downsides to narcotic pain medications. They are highly addictive–so addictive in fact that there is a black market for them in our schools. And of course there is the risk of DWI…but the way I see it DWI is the lucky way. The alternative may be a serious accident. Either way, you really can’t afford it. September is National Drug and Alcohol Recovery month and I want everyone to know…when it comes to pain you really do have safe and effective alternatives!”

“The core of our mission at Campbell’s Compounding Pharmacy is caring for people,” says Dr. Campbell. “From conventional prescriptions to compounded medications to over-the-counter solutions, we offer the right solutions for your overall health. We accept most major insurance plans and offer auto-refills and free shipping…although we love getting to know our patients face-to-face! Developing close relationships with the people we serve helps us deliver personal service that’s crucial for your health and managing your pain!”

Campbell’s Compounding Pharmacy
281-980-2555
“If our staff can’t make it…then you probably don’t need it!”
4760 Sweetwater Blvd. Suite 103
www.campbellscompounding.com