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At Sweet Treat Pharmacy and Compounding Lab., we combine an ageless art with the latest medical and

08/08/2026

Beyond Humans 🤍
Veterinary Compounding

🐾 On International Cat Day, we're celebrating something we truly believe in: personalized care for every patient, even the ones with whiskers.

Just like people, every cat is unique. A kitten, an adult cat, and a senior cat may all need the same medication, but not necessarily in the same strength, dosage form, or dose.

That's where veterinary compounding can make a difference.

Working from a veterinarian's prescription, medications can be customized to meet the individual needs of each cat. This may include:

✔ Appropriate strengths
✔ Alternative dosage forms
✔ Easier administration when appropriate

💡 Because successful treatment isn't only about choosing the right medication, it's also about making sure it's the right fit for the cat receiving it.

🐾 Personalized care doesn't stop with humans. Our feline friends deserve it too.

06/06/2026

🧬 DIHEXA is a peptide studied for its interaction with HGF (hepatocyte growth factor) signalling pathways, which are involved in neural connectivity and synaptic function.
It has been described in the context of pathways related to:
• Synaptic plasticity and neural network modulation 🧠
• Signaling systems involved in neuronal adaptation
• Structural and functional brain connectivity
These processes are part of how the brain modifies and strengthens connections over time in response to activity and environmental input.
🧠 The key concept is that brain function is not static — it is continuously shaped through molecular signalling pathways that regulate connectivity and adaptation.

04/06/2026

🌙 Melatonin is widely known as the “sleep hormone” — but its role in the body goes far beyond sleep regulation.
It is produced mainly at night and helps coordinate the body’s circadian rhythm — the internal timing system that controls multiple biological processes.
Beyond sleep, melatonin is also involved in:
• Acting as a powerful intracellular antioxidant 🧬
• Supporting mitochondrial function and cellular energy balance ⚡
• Modulating aspects of the immune response 🛡️
• Interacting with pathways related to inflammation and oxidative stress
Melatonin is also produced in tissues outside the brain, including the gut and immune cells — highlighting its broader biological role.
🧠 The key idea:
Melatonin is not just about falling asleep — it’s part of how the body organises repair, recovery, and nighttime biology.

31/05/2026

🧬 Acetyl-L-Carnitine (ALCAR) is a modified form of L-carnitine that plays a key role in cellular energy metabolism, especially in the brain and muscles.
Its primary function is transporting long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria, where they are oxidized to produce ATP ⚡
But beyond energy production, ALCAR has additional biological relevance:
• Supports mitochondrial efficiency and reduces metabolic fatigue
• Participates in acetylcholine synthesis, which is important for memory and cognition 🧠
• May influence neuronal signaling and neuroprotection in oxidative stress conditions
• Crosses the blood–brain barrier more efficiently than standard carnitine

29/05/2026

🧬 Glutathione is often referred to as the body’s “master antioxidant” — but its role goes far beyond neutralizing free radicals.
It is a tripeptide (glutamate + cysteine + glycine) produced inside cells, especially in the liver.
Its key functions include:
• Neutralizing reactive oxygen species (ROS) 🛡️
• Supporting phase II detoxification pathways
• Converting harmful compounds into forms that can be eliminated
• Maintaining cellular redox balance
• Recycling other antioxidants such as vitamin C and vitamin E
Glutathione is also closely linked to:
• Mitochondrial function ⚡
• Immune system regulation
• Cellular protection under stress
Its levels depend on the availability of key building blocks:
• Cysteine (often derived from NAC)
• Glycine
• Nutrients involved in metabolic pathways (e.g., B vitamins)
🧠 It’s not about how many antioxidants you take — it’s about whether your body can produce and sustain its own defence system.

20/05/2026

🩸 Iron is not just about hemoglobin — and fatigue isn’t always explained by basic lab results.
Your body relies on iron to carry oxygen to cells, where it’s used to produce energy at the mitochondrial level ⚡
But here’s where it gets more complex:
• Hemoglobin reflects circulating oxygen capacity
• Ferritin reflects your stored iron
That means you can have: → “normal” hemoglobin, but low iron reserves.
And when that happens, the body may start to show signs like:
• Persistent fatigue 😴
• Low concentration 🧠
• Reduced physical endurance
• Feeling “off” despite normal tests
Iron also supports:
• Cellular respiration and energy production
• Cognitive function and focus
• Immune system activity 🛡️
🧠 The point isn’t just how much iron you have — it’s whether your body has enough available and stored iron to meet its needs.

17/05/2026

🧬 Betaine, also known as Trimethylglycine (TMG), is a naturally occurring compound derived from choline metabolism.
Its primary biological role is acting as a methyl donor in the body.
Through the BHMT pathway, betaine helps convert:
• Homocysteine → Methionine
• Supporting normal methylation processes 🔄
This pathway plays a role in:
• Homocysteine regulation 🩸
• Liver metabolism and lipid transport
• Cellular osmotic balance 💧
• Supporting normal methylation reactions involved in DNA and protein function
Betaine is also found naturally in foods such as beets, spinach, and whole grains.
Because methylation pathways influence many biological systems, compounds like betaine contribute to the maintaining of metabolic balance, DNA production and gene expression, liver health via supported lipid metabolism and improved physical performance.
🧠 In physiology, methyl donors are part of the biochemical infrastructure that supports normal cellular function.

14/05/2026

🧬 Quercetin is a naturally occurring flavonoid found in foods like onions, apples, and berries.
It is studied for its role in immune regulation and cellular protection — not just as a simple “antioxidant.”
What makes it interesting?
• Helps modulate inflammatory pathways rather than completely blocking them 🔥
• Acts as a mast cell stabiliser, supporting histamine balance
• Supports the body’s response to oxidative stress 🛡️
• Interacts with signaling pathways involved in immune function
Unlike basic antioxidants, quercetin works at the level of cell signalling, influencing how the body responds to stress and inflammation.
🧠 The key idea:
Inflammation is part of the body’s defence system — but when it becomes chronic, regulation matters.

10/05/2026

🧬 Glycine is the simplest amino acid in the human body, but its biological roles are far from simple.
It is involved in both structural and functional processes.
Key roles include:
• Inhibitory neurotransmitssion in the central nervous system 🧠
• Supports sleep regulation and neural relaxation pathways 🌙
• Key role in collagen formation (skin, joints, connective tissue) 🧴
• Participates in detoxification pathways in the liver through conjugation reactions
• Contributes to cellular protection against oxidative stress 🛡️
Glycine is naturally produced in the body and is also found in many protein-rich foods.

13/04/2026

MOTS-C is a mitochondrial-derived peptide encoded by mitochondrial DNA highlighting a critical shift in biology: mitochondria are not only energy producers, but active regulators of metabolic function.

Mechanism of action:
• Activates AMPK, the cell’s central energy regulator
• Enhances skeletal muscle glucose uptake
• Improves insulin sensitivity
• Promotes metabolic flexibility under stress
• Mimics key pathways activated during exercise

Emerging research links MOTS-C to metabolic resilience, improved energy utilization, and physical performance.

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Centuria Medical Makati, Century City
Makati
1210

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Monday	9am - 6pm
Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 6pm
Saturday	9am - 6pm

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+63283621235

Website

http://www.sweettreatpharmacy.com/

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