Susan Merenstein, Pharmacist/Owner
Susan Merenstein, Pharmacist/Owner
10/29/2025
“Susan Merenstein is just amazing! During my recent consultation with Susan, she demonstrated her expertise and well-rounded knowledge by addressing my kidney and bone health concerns. She was completely devoted to working with me to get to the root causes of my current problems so that we could discuss possible paths toward wellness. What a relief to find this kind of professional help!”
-D.W.
08/26/2025
"Susan was extremely knowledgeable and helpful to me in understanding my condition and recommending appropriate products."
-M.O.
07/21/2025
"It has only been 2 weeks, and I have been following Susan’s instructions and am already feeling significantly better. This was well worth every penny spent. I had tied up so much time running to other providers and got little help. The testing and her recommendations have been spotted on and amazing and helped me be a better mom and wife."
-J.W.
05/25/2025
"My body felt off. I was craving any type of sugar I could get my hands on. I wanted bread and rice at every meal, and this was not always the case. I went to Susan, and we discussed how my cravings were a sign of imbalance. I was tired and bloating after each meal. My gut microbiome was off, and we discussed the Intestinal Detox and Cleansing Program. It was so easy to incorporate into my workday, and I began to immediately feel better by the end of the second week. The combination of the trace minerals, Body Guard, and Squeaky Clean made for an easy detox that worked so quickly. I feel like I have so much more energy, my cravings are completely gone, and my bloating has stopped."
-E.-R. V.
04/22/2025
"Susan's been keeping me comfortably above ground for over twenty years now. When she says 'jump!' I don't merely jump—I Leap!"
-K.M.
04/02/2025
"I discovered a gem in the city owned by a holistic pharmacist with 44 years of experience! I was helped by her and her lovely staff. I didn’t even know what an Apothecary was, but I am now a big fan! The help Susan provided will change my life for the better! So glad I found you, VitalHealthPharmacist.com / LabNaturals Inc! And if you stop in, your life will change too! Thank you so much!"
-Sissy
02/12/2025
“Susan Merenstein, we are blessed to have you in our community for so long as a pillar holding us up. Truly ❤️.”
-D. G.
02/05/2025
"Very welcoming. Susan is extremely knowledgeable. This is my second visit. Really like the CBD drops, but trying the capsules. Looking forward to trying some new things... so many choices and varieties."
-E. S.
01/31/2025
"Dear Susan and Co., Wow, the Magnesium Chelate has been such a huge help with my ability to sleep. I really want to keep ordering them! Thank you for your assistance, and THANK YOU for your wonderful products; gosh, they have made such a difference for my dogs and me. With great regard."
-C. S.
01/09/2025
"Very happy with my experience and the results I've gotten from my connection here! My migraines have been greatly reduced thanks to Susan's guidance. I recommend her every chance I get (for all sorts of issues that she can help with!). Better to solve it naturally through diet and supplements when possible than to go on all kinds of wacky medicine, in my opinion. The personal attention, excellent quality, and customer service is stellar."
-A. B.-P.
01/07/2025
"I love Susan Merenstein! I have yet to personally meet her, but she is one of the most personable and down-to-earth women I've ever spoken to, if only over the phone! Her passion for helping women with all kinds of health issues is in every fiber of her being. She is highly educated, and I can't recommend her and LabNaturals, Inc. (VitalHealthPharmacist.com) products highly enough. I think you will love her, too! Thank you, Susan!"
-M. H.
12/10/2024
"I have been a client for years! Susan Merenstein’s advice changed my health and life. I recommend LabNaturals, Inc (VitalHealthPharmacist.com) highly! THANK YOU!!"
-M. I.
11/29/2024
"Great place! Come and visit!"
-R. M.
06/25/2024
"Wonderful ordering from Lab Naturals! Dr. Merenstein has been promptly responsive to my questions. DHEA suppositories have been very helpful. They are easy to use and work quite well. Thank you!"
-B. H.
02/06/2024
"For the last 12 years, I have been a diabetic. A diabetic person has to take care of his/her body and be careful with the amount of sugar you eat on a daily basis. Thanksgiving arrives, and you say, 'I can eat a piece of apple pie and some other stuff.' Christmas comes, and you say the same because it is Christmas. When New Year comes, your blood sugar is very high, and you aren't feeling very good, and you come with other complications. It is hard to walk and exercise. You keep drinking and eating food that is killing you because you are addicted and you cannot stop. One day in January, I realized I had to do something. I called and made an appointment with Susan Merenstein. After 15 days from the first appointment, I am 60% better. The medicine and the instructions she gave have saved my life. I am going to live and see my grandkids grow up because Mrs. Susan has given me hope. Next time you're going to buy your sweets, stop for a minute, turn around, and go and see Mrs. Susan Merenstein; she will help you.”
-Y. P.
12/12/2023
"Susan Merenstein has been helping me since before she opened MAA. I was fortunate enough back then to have an excellent Naturopathic Doctor, and she referred me to Susan. It was a life saver! I was a Hormone disaster in my mid to late 30's, was experiencing perimenopause (which I never heard of) and was barely able to keep my life in order. I had every symptom of Hormone Imbalance and Adrenal Fatigue & Low Thyroid. I visited many doctors who could not figure out what was wrong with me, and it made my health crisis worse. I was able to regain quality of life with the Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy, Adrenal Supplementation, and eventually Thyroid medicine compounded at the MAA. I am now in my early 60's and am experiencing imbalances again and Adrenal Fatigue due to major stress, i.e., taking care of an aging parent, running my own business, taking care of a house, etc. I did a saliva test and blood spot test, and it proved most of my hormones and cortisol were out of the normal range. I am now on Adrenal Supplements for only a short time and feel better already. I will soon be on the Hormone Replacement Therapy and will re-test to make sure I can get back on my Thyroid medicine. Thanks to Susan Merenstein, I can live my life again. I know that I will recover and live my life without extreme exhaustion, mood swings, weight gain, etc. Susan is high attention to detail, educates you, and strives to help you understand how the body works. I am VERY Thankful that Susan took on the challenges of Compounding Medicine, and she actually cares about her clients. This whole process may take extra effort on your part and there are some out-of-pocket expenses, but it is Totally worth it! Thanks Susan, for all your help over the years! I am so Grateful for you and your business!"
-L. W.
02/15/2023
“Good morning, Susan. Many thanks to you and your team for your assistance and services. Special thanks to Polina for having been so kind as well as helpful and assuring us that the shipment will be expedited today to meet our requirements. We look forward to the benefit of the DHEA suppositories. Ana's physician thinks highly of it, as several of his patients have had positive results. Our deepest appreciation…”
-A. & M.
01/17/2023
“Susan has been maintaining - and improving - my overall health for over twenty years, as well as addressing and correcting specific issues: osteoporosis, arthritis, gastro problems. I trust her advice implicitly and with good - and proven - reason.”
-K. M.
01/17/2023
“I wholeheartedly appreciate and recommend… As a long-standing and loyal customer of Murray Avenue Apothecary, I can say that Susan Merenstein is absolutely exceptional. Due to the overwhelming stress that we’re all undergoing, I am experiencing very uncomfortable symptoms of hormonal imbalance. Susan has been helping me understand the imbalances so they can be properly addressed and I can recapture quality of life. Hormonal balancing is an art and science. I appreciate Susan ‘s integrity, passion, intelligence, and her unending dedication on the subject. What an asset! Thank you, Susan! Have a great day! I am so very appreciative of your encouragement and extended hand of healing while on my road to recovery.”
-A.T.
08/02/2022
"I can tell you without a doubt you cannot achieve true health without achieving hormonal health and balance."
-Dr. Sara Gottfried, MD
06/30/2022
"I have been taking bio-identical hormones for a long time now, and I have never had a hot flash. It has kept me from taking anything for my bones, and I feel younger than I really am, thanks to the doctor who ordered them."
-C.
06/30/2022
"Thank you for saving my sanity from the post-menopausal nightmare hot flashes I used to endure! I recommend your products to every woman I encounter suffering with hot flashes."
-E.
06/02/2022
“Condition being treated: menstrual irregularities, suboptimal adrenal function. Medications: glutathione, vitamin c, magnesium, adrenal support drops currently, prior addition of DHEA and progesterone cream. "As a traditionally trained physician, I was first introduced to functional medicine, and specifically the detrimental effects of hormonal imbalance approximately five years ago as a result of unmitigated stressors in my life. It started a journey that has benefited so many of my own patients. I suffered from overwhelming fatigue, irritability, and profound menstrual irregularities. I was absolutely flabbergasted when I learned about adrenal distress…Diagnosed by Salivary Testing, NOT traditional blood morning cortisol as I was trained. Susan Merenstein is truly an expert in hormonal dysfunction and has a wealth of information to benefit her clients. I can only hope and pray awareness about hormonal, specifically adrenal dysfunction, continues to grow among traditionally trained physicians, and how treating these underlying stressors can improve a multitude of medical conditions."
-L. Ledwich, MD
03/15/2022
"I came across Murray Apothecary online (VitalHealthPharmacist.com) and it has been my go-to for my bio-identical hormone prescription for over 5 years now. I rarely write reviews but felt compelled to do so today. Yesterday, Polina from Murray Avenue Apothecary called me to remind me that I had another refill on my prescription and asked if I'd like to reorder. In less than 5 minutes, I had not only talked with a wonderful person, but had my prescription ordered and shipping in the next couple of days. Susan, the owner and pharmacist, was also available to personally answer my questions. The review here is 5 stars just for customer service alone. Doing business only with online companies {We are brick and mortar too!} where I can speak directly with a person from start to finish, this is one of the best! The prices are much better than prescriptions from your mainstream pharmacy, but the best part is you know exactly what ingredients they are using. I'm so glad I found Murray Apothecary. Thank you, Susan"
-S.
01/03/2022
"I have a hormone deficiency that can kill me if not treated. It killed my grandmother as back then there was no treatment. The current 'traditional' medication brings with it a risk for vaginal or ovarian cancer. I didn't want to take that chance when the hormone deficiency was discovered in 2008. Susan Merenstein had me do a test to determine my hormone levels and mixed a bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for me. There is no risk for cancer with the treatment that Susan produced. She has kept me alive with minimal symptoms, and absolutely no side effects to the bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, for 13 years now! I'm thrilled to be alive! Thank you, Susan, for giving me a long life that could have ended in 2008!!"
-S.N.
12/19/2021
"Susan Merenstein is phenomenal. She takes the time to listen to her clients, seeks more information as necessary and provides her patients with data-driven options. I have had my supplement dosage re-calibrated, new supplements added and I feel better than I have in a long time. She is a powerful advocate for using food as medicine, as well as a lifestyle that includes exercise and stress management rather than swallowing a pill. She also walks her talk and it shows in her energy and vitality. The first time I met her I said, 'I want to do what you're doing!' If you are seeking a way to improve your health and a path that addresses issues at a foundational level, you should partner with Susan."
-K.
06/30/2021”
Condition being treated: No libido, my emotions and body were a wreck. Medication: Testosterone. "Testosterone 2.5mg/ml apply 0.5ml to wrist Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, rub in well. Medication returned my libido, body, and emotions to my life, my work, my mind...Murray Avenue Apothecary Pharmacist and staff listened and worked with me to solve my issues."
-M.M.
06/30/2021
“I just wanted to let you know that this past week I noticed that my neck looks like a neck vs. a tree trunk. I measured it on 4/26/21 and it was 15 1/2" - it looked like a big football player's neck! I measured it this week and it measures almost 14 3/4". It looks "normal". I had to go show it to my friend who had remarked a month ago about how big my neck looked. She was amazed at the change. The overall bloating has reduced significantly and my body has some definition. And just to be clear - nothing else has changed, like I haven't started an exercise routine or changed my diet - except I did cheat a little with a piece or 2 of baguette last week... :) A VERY CLEAR CHANGE HAS TAKEN PLACE! THANK YOU!!”
-P.G.
06/30/2021
"I am an extremely allergic individual and often require specialty compounded medicines in order to avoid allergens. In the case of my hormonal creams, I require a very low dose of estrogen, because of my extreme estrogen sensitivity (due to DES exposure in utero). The more typical estrogen creams make my breast become inflamed. Also, due to skin sensitivity I often need a special base used to make the cream. In the past, when I needed thyroid medication, I had to have it specially compounded out of beef-derived materials (rather than pork which was the standard product) including beef derived gelatin capsule."
-K.H. (Pittsburgh, PA)
"I met Susan about 9 years ago before the opening of Murray Avenue Apothecary in the recommendation of a satisfied customer. I had been diagnosed with Hypothyroidism, going to several different endocrinologists, and my PCP's, but no one prescribed medications that alleviated my symptoms, weight gain, exhaustion, and brain fog. Susan recommended I change my thyroid replacement medication to Nature Thyroid. My PCP agreed and the RX was changed. After about a week, the exhaustion and brain fog lifted and I was feeling human again. I still had a weight problem and a protruding abdomen. Susan recommended some blood work. After reviewing my blood work and a discussion with my PCP, they recommended adding a compounded "T3" to my medication regime. Couldn't believe it with this additional medication. I felt even better. How could this be? More energy, more brain awareness, and the weight started to drop! As of today, I have lost about 60 pounds now because I am finally getting the medicine I need to feel alive! I owe this all to Susan Merenstein. She has definitely provided me with the miracle that regular doctors and endocrinologists could not. She is great at putting the puzzle pieces together and making the appropriate recommendations for better health. Along with the traditional medical community, Susan works with them to enlighten and educate them to the benefits of holistic medicine. Thank you, Susan. Couldn't have done it without you."
-V.A.
"Desiccated Thyroid has been compounded and administered at 32.4 mg for 60 days and 48.6 mg for 30 days from which debilitating mid and lower back pain (of 22 years) as well as severe muscle tension (that tremendously restricted ability for physical exercise) has ceased. Sensitivity to odors and swelling of extremities has decreased greatly. Hair loss has tapered off and additional hair growth is seen above the ears and two temples over last two weeks. I anxiously await improvement in areas such as extreme food sensitivities, dry skin, hair and nails, very severe constipation, ringing in the ears at night and seasonal allergies and asthmatic tendencies. Conventional doctors and synthetic thyroid (or treating cholesterol instead of thyroid) are not solutions, and desiccated thyroid is clearly a working solution for hypothyroidism. Thank you for your time and I can't say enough for compounding pharmacies."
-M.
"After having my thyroid irradiated, my endocrinologist placed me on Synthroid. For approximately a year we were constantly adjusting the dosage - and I still had symptoms of being either hyper or hypo - sometimes to the degree that would occur with no treatment at all. Heart palpitations, extreme fatigue, muscle weakness, tremors, blurred vision - plagued me as we "experimented" with finding the correct dosage of Synthroid. Finally, my numbers were within the "normal" range - the problem was I was feeling worse than ever and I had also developed skin rash that was agonizing - plus my skin had thinned to the point where it would "spontaneously" split and bleed. A friend of mine, taking pity on my condition and truly concerned for my mental health told me of a compounding pharmacist and how she had helped others. That referral brought me to Sue Merenstein at the Murray Avenue Apothecary. Susan ordered blood tests and saliva tests, and while working with my PCP (who, by the way also felt that despite my numbers being "normal" - my physical condition was far from normal) saved the day in a matter of weeks. Sue and my Dr. took me off the Synthroid completely and replaced it with a natural compounded substance. After years of wasting time and my quality of life with the "drug of choice" to manage my condition - I finally found the "non drug of total effectiveness". Without my compounded formulas - made specifically for me, I would have been domed to try to make the one size fits all medications fit me. There is no doubt in my mind that this would have made me vulnerable to other diseases, which would have required other expensive procedures and that my health insurance carrier would have spent a lot of money on treating symptoms - whereby Sue Merenstein was able to correct the underlying cause of those symptoms."
-S.F.B.
"I am a 61-year-old female who had no problems with hormones that I could not handle with herbs until 2 years ago. I started to have hot flashes that would start inside my body and end up on my skin as excessive sweat. These would last about 2 to 3 minutes and happened every 2 to 3 hours. I was awake most of the night and my personality even changed due to lack of continuous sleep. I dreaded going to sleep. I dreaded facing another day of being miserable. I never went anywhere unless there was air conditioning. My husband was complaining it was too cold in the house. I also have rheumatoid arthritis so cold is not good for my joints. I did not want to use prescription hormones that cause blood clots and other horrible side effects. I am not a young person and am more prone to these side effects. I tolerated the hot flashes and emotional problems for over a year and thought about ending it all. I was prescribed bio identical compounded hormones and what a relief! They do not have the side effects that artificial hormones have and are not oral so they do not cause any stress on my liver. Within a few days of starting the hormones I slept all night. I do not have to stay in the house in the summer. I do not have to wear summer clothes all year. I don’t have to change my clothes and wash 3 times a day or more. But the best part is that I am now free from all those hormonal ups and downs. I don’t dread being alive. I would have to go back to being miserable if you take the bio identical hormones and other compounded medicines away from the people who need them. It would be a shame if the drug companies blinded you to see the reasons, they want these meds off the market which is MONEY. Stop and think about women like me who need this medicine to live my life in harmony."
-E.S.
"I have been using compounded bio-identical hormone replacement in topical cream form for the past several years. It's been a wonderfully simple and effective way to replace hormones lost through both a hysterectomy and the natural aging process! I used to experience hot flashes, slight insomnia and a few other minor conditions that have ALL disappeared when using my compounded hormone prescription, and the best part - with absolutely NO side effects or worries about taking something 'unnatural' or synthetic!"
-K.S.
"My life has been changed dramatically since I began taking bioidentical hormones about 4 years ago. After researching the pros and cons of hormone replacement, I made the decision that I would take bioidentical HRT or nothing at all. My research convinced me of this decision even though my health insurance does not cover the bioidenticals. I have to wonder why the FDA would want to force me to take synthetic hormones that are harmful to my body verses natural hormones that match my own hormones. The side effects of the synthetic and the benefits of the bioidentical should be reason enough to allow women to make their own choice. I know what is best for my body and my body has reacted so favorably to the bioidentical hormones. Prior to using them, my life was miserable--I had extreme hot flashes that kept me from sleeping at night and made it hard to function during the day. My skin was itchy, my libido was gone, my weight went up, and I was weepy for no reason. I do not experience any of those things today. Thank you so much for all your help in my journey to understanding my body better and for helping me along the way to regulate my hormone levels. Everyone I know that is taking bioidentical HRT is very involved with the process and has their levels tested yearly (something that is not normally done with synthetic hormones). I share my story with women wherever I go. Even my primary doctor knew nothing about bioidentical HRT and wanted more information from me about it. Needless to say, she is no longer my physician. Women today are becoming increasingly more informed about their health and many of us are realizing that the medical community (nor the FDA) does not always have our best interest in mind."
-S.C.
"When I came to Susan, I was at my highest weight ever (over 75 Overweight) and feeling terrible. I was post-menopausal, had put major weight on right in the middle, as woman do. I wasn’t sleeping well, I was stressed due to my employment and personal life, with high blood pressure. My skin was looking old and ruddy, my bowels fully not functioning regularly, my liver not functioning fully and just feeling awful. I had done a lot of research and reading and suspected I need my hormones balanced. I looked into those medical solutions that cost upwards to thousands of dollars and then I thought of Susan. I had used Susan’s recommendation earlier in my life as I was suffering thru menopause and she was a savior then, so I thought why not at least make an appointment and talk to Susan about hormone balancing...Well here I am 4 months later and I am feeling fabulous! I have lost 22 pounds without too much physical effort, but lots of lifestyle changes. Susan prescribed an entire regimen and a new diet with more natural foods that was not difficult to follow and giving great results. Not only is my weight down, but I am sleeping for at least 7 hours without interruption, my bowels are moving better, my skin is brighter and feels softer, my nails and hair are have even improved! And in a recent series of blood tests, my medical Doctor said my liver is functioning at regular levels. I would recommend at least talking to Susan before pursuing any expensive medical solutions and if you have and have not had wonderful results, see Susan. Thank you so much for helping me feel better than myself!"
-H.M.
"I have decreased migraines, stabilized mood, anxiety reduced, hot flashes reduced, increased quality of life and decreased fatigue."
-M.L.
"I was on synthetic hormones for a number of years including the estradiol vaginal tablets. While using those tablets I was having urinary tract infections every few months. After searching the internet, I discovered a compound product Estriol. After reading about how this could benefit my body with no side effects I searched for someone in our area that did compounding. That is when I found Susan Merenstein. I found I could get this ONLY by prescription which my gynecologist would not give me. My P.C.P. agreed for me to try it and I am so thankful I did. I have been using the cream for almost 2 years. My hot flashes were gone in two weeks and my abdominal pain went away. I haven't had any urinary problems and I feel so much better. My gynecologist knows I am using this product and he says I am doing great. I am so thankful I found Estriol and only wish I had heard of its years ago. Thanks, Susan, for this chance."
-J.S.
"This compounded medication has made all the difference in my well-being and marriage. I had a severe case of vaginal dryness and low libido. Within one week of using the vaginal cream, I could feel a difference! I felt naturally lubricated and my sexual desire was back. Another benefit is the testosterone has helped me to maintain muscle definition as I try to exercise to stay strong and healthy."
-T.L.
"To research alternate methods for symptom relief and decided to try compounded hormone therapy. I called my soon to be compounding pharmacist and was referred to a physician who is educated in compounding drugs. I am happy to say my menopause symptoms have been relieved by the use of these compounds. I recommend to any woman who is suffering from menopausal symptoms to try the compounding route. It has certainly changed my life. I also wanted to add that after my success with compounding, my husband decided to try testosterone therapy. It has relieved him from many symptoms middle age men experience; mood changes, lack of energy and decreased libido."
-M.L.
"Within 9 days of beginning estriol and 2-3 weeks of progesterone and DHEA I was able to enjoy sexual intimacy after seven years of no ability in that area. 3 weeks later my ability to enjoy sex jumped to what I had experienced in my 30's and 40's. In addition, my hot flashes, which had been up to 30 a day, and which ruled my life to a certain degree, have almost totally disappeared. Gone! I do have a few "warm flashes" but they are NOTHING in comparison to 5 minutes of sweating. These compounded meds have changed the quality of my life completely. AND NO SIDE EFFECTS! (which I had with synthetic hormones in the past)."
-A.O.
"I feel so fortunate that I discovered you and your compounding pharmacy... I dreaded going through menopause as I had heard such horror stories of hot flashes, decreased libido and worse, dryness in parts of my body that aren't supposed to be dry... I definitely knew that when the time came, I did not want to go on hormone replacement therapy. A friend of mine from my yoga class recommended you to me...what a godsend you have been! My energy level and general well-being are exactly what I had hopes they would be as I travel through this part of my life. My husband is thrilled; our personal life has been so enhanced by the bio-identical hormones. Thank you. In fact, he is going to make an appointment with you, he is so impressed!"
-C.E.
"I don't know what I would do without my topical progesterone hormone therapy. It has changed my life and the life of the people around me. I can't say enough, what a blessing it is to know that my health and well-being are being taken care of by people like you who have my best interest in mind. I tell everyone I know who is suffering from just about any symptom to please, please, please come and see you so that you can "balance" them. I know many people that have come to see you and you have helped them more than they could have ever imagined. They were amazed that they were finally better and enjoying their life and their new health and that they can finally come off of all the conventional medicine their doctor's had them on. I have seen people come out of deep depression and start to enjoy their life. I watched a girlfriend of mine who was suffering from hair loss finally feel like a woman again."
-J.A.
"I have been taking the bio-identical hormones (Progesterone and DHEA) for approximately 2 years. It definitely has made a difference for me. I noticed a difference within 2 weeks of using the DHEA especially being 52 and working in a detailed field (stock market) I need to be sharp at all times. I have found an increased ability to think more clearly and quickly. I tried once to stop (save money) but within a week or so, noticed a regression. I immediately went back on it. Even my OB/GYN who isn't big on bio-identical, had nothing to say bad about the DHEA."
-V.O.
"I have struggled for 16 years with thyroid disease. I had a tumor which had to be removed which left me without a left side thyroid and my right side has Hashimoto’s disease. After being on Synthroid for this number of years, I have never been relieved of "EXHAUSTION". I cannot sleep, I suffer from depression and I simply wasn't functioning. There were days I did not get out of bed. I have ALWAYS had an endocrinologist (several) and they would always tell me my TSH and T4 were fine. It's ridiculous even with my husband’s corporate insurance, that I had to buy an over-the-counter test that let me know that my T3 was practically diminished. I have lost count of how many times they changed the amount of my Synthroid, but nobody even mentioned my T3. It is also ridiculous that despite my complaints about hormonal issues that I had to purchase an over-the-counter saliva test which indicated that my entire hormonal system was out of balance. Within a week of taking Susan's recommendations, I felt alive for the first time in years. Women DO NOT HAVE TO SUFFER THROUGH THIS just because our doctors seem uninformed and the insurance companies don't want to pay for our care. WE SHOULD NOT HAVE TO TAKE "SYNTHETIC" medications when there are better choices."
-Y.W.
“To say I over indulged at our company picnic is an understatement. From huge count of BBQ chicken and rib bones on my plate, to the hot fudge topped soft serve ice cream we had on the way home (because I needed a little something sweet) I put a serious hurting’ on my poor stomach.
I told my wife I needed to stop at a convenience store for Rolaids or Tums as my stomach felt like it was really burning…. she said “here try these”. The bottle said Chewable Digestive Enzymes and Probiotics from Murray Avenue Apothecary. I chewed three of those chewable enzyme tablets and literally within 3 to 4 minutes all of the stomach cramping and terrible...gastro symptoms seemed to magically disappear.
I’ve never written a testimonial before, but I know a lot of us tend to overindulge on occasion and these little chewable tablets work miracles! Thank you, Murray Avenue Apothecary! I highly recommend this product!!
-J.S.
“I cannot say enough good about the magnesium cream. My husband has suffered for years with severe leg cramps during the night. We have tried all the suggested tips and remedies. Nothing worked. His physician ruled out any medical cause. The magnesium cream was suggested by one of your pharmacy staff and I am very thankful I purchased it. This cream stops my husband’s leg cramps within minutes! I have had a few leg cramps of my own so I can attest to the fact it works great! We will never buy another product. I encourage anyone who is suffering from leg cramps to try it. We think it is fantastic!”
-S.S.
"I got a nasty case of poison ivy and after trying to treat it with at-home remedies (oatmeal, tea, etc.), I decided to give Susan a call. She set me up with some oral and topical treatments that worked wonders for the itchiness and inflammation. From now on, Murray Avenue Apothecary will be my FIRST stop for poison ivy prevention and treatment. Thank you, Susan!”
-C.W.
"After bottles of ibuprofen and several visits to oral surgeon, I have finally gotten some relief from the pain due to inflammation in my jaw bone. I have applied it hourly throughout the day and before sleep and upon rising. While the pain has not completely disappeared, it has been reduced by more than half. Constant pain is an energy drain, and the relief from this product is what I have been searching for three weeks!!!!
Thanks for the relief, MAA. Ultra Pain Relief Rub works!"
-B.M.
"Your Complete Care Lip Treatment is a miracle drug. As soon as I feel the cold sore, I apply and within 3 days, it is gone. Never fully comes out and does not scab. I have several tubes and have bought this product for family and friends and they all say how fantastic it is."
-S.D.
"I couldn't believe how much the HTP made a difference until I forgot to take it for that whole weekend entertaining. On the following Tuesday I was face down in depression! I am glad that I have the patch and Prometrium. I am using the progesterone crème about every other day too. I am so happy to not wake up with those rotten night sweats. I still can't get over the HTP. That stuff is amazing. I thank God for you. I would not have even considered it. So happy you suggested it. Prescription antidepressants are garbage."
-T.D.
"Thank you for all your help with Duncan. If more people knew about how natural sources can help you more children would succeed with beating Autism. Pharmacy schools need to have classes on these subjects because it is a necessity with Autism. Here are some of his progresses. Duncan is now potty trained. Before we tried for 2 years to train him. Eye focus with Nordic Natural oil there was no focus before. Talking with sentences of I wants. Before he was mute until 4 years of age. Magnesium-Helps to calm him for school or he will fly around the room. Multi Vitamin rub on & minerals-This also helped with talking. Glutathione and NCD For removal of heavy metals. Probiotic and digestive enzymes- Duncan is crazy without this...head banging and spinning."
- J.B.
"A few days ago, someone came into my office with a bad cold. Even though I took precautions to prevent catching it, I caught it! I spent the next two days congested and sneezing. I had a terrible headache as well. I visited MAA for help! I took one dose of corsatin bromelain for the congestion. One dose of Mega defense for the cold, and sprayed magnesium on my forehead for the headache. I woke up this AM with no headache, no congestion and like magic the cold is gone. THANK YOU, MAA!!!!!"
-B.M.
"I use the Transdermal Magnesium each night at bedtime. The second morning after, I had no pain!! I use the product every night and only a few times did I experience some tightness and no pain."
-B.F.
"I went on an unplanned 15-mile hike that left my inner thighs so irritated I thought I would not be able to do anything the next day. I had the cream application you made for me called "Healing Rub" and applied that before I went to bed and again when I got up. I was fine. There is no doubt that I would not have been functional without that cream."
-J.L.
"What a difference a year has made! I just read the testimonial I sent about CJ last year and what memories it brings back. I owe you and everyone an update! I am happy to report that CJ is fantastic! He is a "typical" almost 5-year-old now. He is in a typical class room preschool without a TSA or any assistance whatsoever. We actually got kicked out of services because he no longer qualified. What a great thing to get kicked out of! At the beginning of this school year, we had a few behavior problems. He was not listening well to the teacher and was pretty far behind in his fine motor skills. We just had a meeting with his teacher and she said he has done a 180 since the beginning of the year. He is one of the most social kids in the class. As you know, autism is many things but is most easily recognized by social delays. These kids miss social cues and therefore don't make friends very easily or relate to them well. That is not a problem for us any longer. He is the life of the party! When we walk into school the kids run to him to great him and he happily engages in conversation and games. The same is true with children he meets for the first time on the playground. This would have never happened a year ago. He wouldn't even look you in the eye when we started this journey. He also has given up all of his rituals which included a 51-step bedtime routine. We have so much freedom now. We also had many sensory integration issues with CJ: bright lights, scratchy clothes, certain sounds, any loud sounds, crowded areas including even the mall or a playground were too much for him. Guess where we went this year? Monster Jams and Nuclear Cowboys! It was unbelievably loud and lights were flashing everywhere and there were huge crowds. He walked on his own like he owned the place. He did not hide, he did not have to be carried or taken out because he couldn't process it....he LOVED it! I thank God every day that He connected us with you and your staff. It has been a long road (although not really when you think that autism "has no cure") with several tweaks in supplements but I feel confident in saying we are where we need to be. I wish I could post the school pictures from last year versus this year. It is apparent that he is "present" in this year's. He is a happy, healthy child with a bright future and that is in no small part because of you and your staff. Thank you does not begin to describe how much we appreciate your hard work. It has been a team effort and we are thrilled we were brought together for this journey."
— K.I. (Pittsburgh, PA)
"Dear Susan,
I just had to tell you what is going on over here. To refresh your memory, our 3-year-old son C.J. was diagnosed with PDD NOS. I received the package from your store on Wednesday, January 20th. We started that day with the vitamins, etc. I know you said we needed to see how things were in six months but there is already a drastic change in C.J.! It's like he is "there" for the first time ever! He is already answering open-ended questions when he was not before. He is starting to give up some of his rituals. He is calmer and not angry all the time. He is noticing people's emotions. I know I want to see a change. So maybe it's just me, right? No, it's not. We went to look at a new car on Saturday and the salesman commented on how well-behaved he was and how clearly, he spoke. We would have never attempted to take him on an outing like this before. At the first of the school year, he was understood about 47% of the time. According to the sheet we got from his speech therapist on Thursday, she understood him 100%. The people at church today asked what we did to him because he seemed "brighter." His developmental therapist who was here on Friday told me she didn't know what else to work on. She said it was like a switch flipped. I had not told her of the change in his treatment by then. I did after, of course! Today when I gave him the supplements, etc. he said, "This makes me feel better." What a great sentence! What a great truth! I purchased and am currently reading the book you suggested, Children with Starving Brains. What an eye opener! I am not saying we have arrived but I never imagined we could get this far this quickly. I can hardly wait to see what's to come with prolonged use and other interventions we will try. Susan, thank you for taking the time to talk to me. Thank you for knowing what you know. But most of all, thank you for giving us our child back!
With Our Deepest Gratitude,"
-K.I. & N.I. (Pittsburgh, PA)
"L-Theanine has helped me immensely with memory issues. When speaking to people I would stumble with wording, names of people and places. Within a week of taking L-theanine I realized that I wasn't having that happen anymore. My recall of names was so improved that I was remembering and have continued to remember things that were astonishing even to me. Thank you, Susan for always having a solution to my problems!"
-L.F.
"I take a liquid health multivitamin, and other supplements as recommended by Susan Merenstein such as fish oil, B12, vitamin E, immunomax and Quercetin Bromelein when I feel like I am getting a sniffle. The combination of supplements (and enough sleep/healthy diet/ sugar reduction) have kept me healthy and with energy to train- including training outside in the cold and wet during the winter."
-Stephanie, Competitive Cyclist (Pittsburgh, PA)
"I hit the age of 46 and my skin went "bonkers". Through consultation with Susan, she immediately identified the problem and recommended Probiotics. Guess what? I am beautiful again! (Smile)"
-M.B.
"Dear MAA,
I recently got a staph infection on my hand and my doctor prescribed Keflex AntiBX. Being a Crohn’s patient, I was concerned about its effect on my stomach and digestive system. I phoned Murray Avenue Apothecary and was instructed to take a dose of probiotics with every dose of Keflex...(six months ago I took Antibiotics and the results were very harmful to my stomach and I didn’t want to go thru that again). Sure enough, the probiotics which I picked up from the friendly staff at MAA did the trick. I completed my dose of Antibiotics and with your help, with probiotics, I had zero stomach issues.
Thanks MAA!"
-B. Allans (Fox Chapel, PA)
"Susan Merenstein's knowledge never ceases to amaze me. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in November, 2002 and met Susan through my best friend. Susan contacted me the day before my surgery to wish me well and following my surgery consulted with me regarding supplements to help me with my chemotherapy regimen. Susan's supplements kept my heart strong during this grueling period. I have been in contact with Susan since 2002 and continue to benefit from her knowledge and supplements to support my immune system. Most recently, I started taking supplements to prevent me from contracting the many colds and viruses this past season. While my friends and co-workers became ill with the colds, flu, and allergies I never contracted the illnesses. My primary care physician is amazed at my cholesterol levels and I attribute this to Susan's fish oil. Everything that Susan Merenstein prescribes is pure, natural and of the best quality. Susan has also remained a friend for life. There should be more people like Susan Merenstein and Murray Avenue Apothecary in the world."
-Adele
"I hadn’t felt my right foot or my right leg in quite a while. The first week on the liquid zeolite I noticed that I can feel my toes a little bit. I can feel them when I move them and I’m aware that I’m able to move them, whereas before – forget it. I would tell them to move, and they would say “forget you, we’re not moving”. This is really thrilling, because if I could get my balance back – Oh my gosh! I’d feel wonderful. Balance is a big issue."
-S.
"In August of last year, I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. I was told at that time to go home and get my affairs in order because I had a progressive as well as an aggressive case. At that time, I got in touch with a friend, and he introduced me to the products on August 28th. On September 5th, I was out of bed and walking around and doing for myself again. Since then, the products have got me back on my feet and headed back to the right path, I guess I should say. And it’s all due to these products. I am once again becoming the person that I once was before being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, and that will be a year on August 23rd."
-B.
"All supplements and prescriptions are fabulous! I feel so much better. Customer service - TOP NOTCH, friendly and fast service."
-U.
"Thank you for recognizing that South Florida is hot and can break down your product. Not many companies will go to the extent that you do to protect their product, so thank you for doing that."
-M.B.
"Fred Martin, a veteran, and I share these products in a kiosk at the VA Hospital. We first met Debra in August while she stopped her wheelchair at our presentation, We talked for several minutes; she explained she has MS and hadn't felt her legs for over a year now. She agreed to purchase 1 liquid zeolite and 1 MD. When I called one month later to help her set up her autoship, she excitedly explained that she is now lifting her feet 8 inches off the ground, and is able to help her husband help her into bed. She is feeling sensations in her legs now for the first time in well over a year. She proclaimed "I know I am going to walk again". I saw her again yesterday at the VA. I told her I had been praying with my bible study group that "Debra would stand by Christmas, and walk by Easter." She said, "well Kimberly, I'm already standing!" Hallelujah! Thank you for giving hope to my friend."
-D.
"I have a friend, Susie, who has MS. She had a motorized wheelchair, a regular wheelchair, a walker and a cane. She had gotten to the point where she was pretty much full-time in the motorized chair. She has had MS since 1963. It started with double vision. They called it very, very progressive particularly the later years.
She started only taking 3 drops 3 times a day and by the third day she was out of her wheelchair, and she hasn’t been back to it since. She had no feeling in her hands and her arms and her legs. All of her feelings have come back. She was not able to taste. Her taste buds weren’t working. And that all came back. The rest of it was over about a month or six weeks. It was so amazing to me."
-D.
"I hadn’t felt my right foot or my right leg in quite a while. The first week on the liquid zeolite I noticed that I can feel my toes a little bit. I can feel them when I move them and I’m aware that I’m able to move them, whereas before – forget it. I would tell them to move, and they would say “forget you, we’re not moving”. This is really thrilling, because if I could get my balance back – Oh my gosh! I’d feel wonderful. Balance is a big issue."
-S.
The staff at Murray Avenue Apothecary are amazing and so very helpful. They are kind and take their time to answer any question you may have. The owner, Susan took the time to call me back to speak to me and answer all of my questions regarding hair loss solutions. Thank you again Susan and team for your expertise and assistance
- C.S.
Glutathione/Biotin Topical
"I use the minoxidil (product made by your pharmacy) sparingly, and the Acetyl Glutathione/Biotin liquid I use on my crown and top of head as well as temples. I believe it has really helped my results. Thank you so much. I'm very careful with the minoxidil and I'm aware of its side effects. Thank you so much for this product. It’s been a life changer and I no longer worry so much about my hair. I cannot recall a time since I was a teenager that my hair has looked this good, and I'm barely six months in. It’s so great and I cannot thank you enough!"
- J.
Topical Glutathione/Biotin
“The topical Glutathione/Biotin is fantastic, I didn’t expect this. It made my hair amazing from the first use, I don’t even know how it’s possible. Every time I put it on my scalp, I can style my hair in ways that I was never able to. I’m curious what it’ll do in a few months. Anyway, it's magic in a bottle!”
— T.B.
Progesterone Leave-In
"The Progesterone is really growing my hair back. Even the hairline is coming in better. Hairline was bad for decades though, so I don't expect all of it back."
-D.J.
Stimulating Shampoo and Conditioner
"Thank you, Susan, you are the best! The shampoo/conditioner is awesome! I love it! It makes my hair feel and smell superb! I will start the other products in my regimen, and get more hair than I already have. I can't wait! Thank you for making my day!"
— J.B.
Topical Minoxidil and MAA Supplements
"After only 2.5 months of using my hair loss medication, coupled with LabNaturals/MAA vitamin D3 and iron tablets (as well as vitamin C), I am pleasantly shocked to see actual growth in my widow's peak patches. Still mostly stubble, but a few strands of normal-length hairs are growing from those areas! I had not really planned to look closely until approximately 4 months of use, yet I can't help but notice it each night as I apply your solution to those areas."
-John
Murray Avenue Apothecary/Hair Loss
"The service at Murray Avenue Apothecary is incredibly amazing. They are incredibly knowledgeable on hair loss and hair loss products and answered all of my questions. They made me feel comfortable about the quality of the ingredients and the process they go through to ensure I receive a high-end product that will work. Thanks again for everything you do!"
-G.C.
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