Episode 461: LIVE from ILADS: Dennis Katz & Michael Macione – Standardized Supplements for Lyme Disease

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Introduction:

  • Guests: Dennis Katz (President) & Michael Macione (VP of Sales & Marketing), founders of Doctor Inspired Formulations
  • Recorded at: ILADS Conference, the largest Lyme disease conference in the world
  • Focus: Providing high-quality, standardized supplements for the Lyme disease community

Key Points:

Background and Inspiration for Doctor-Inspired Formulations

  • Founded in response to physicians’ frustrations over inconsistent supplement quality
  • Initially launched with Mimosa pudica and liposomal artemisinin to ensure proper dosing and purity

Challenges in Sourcing and Standardizing Supplements

  • Difficulty in obtaining high-quality, contaminant-free raw materials
  • Rigorous quality control, including certificates of analysis for every batch

Expanding Product Line to Meet Lyme Community Needs

  • Grew from 2 to 8 products based on feedback from Lyme-literate doctors and patients
  • Offerings include liposomal curcumin, oregano oil, artemisinin, and Mimosa pudica

Enhancing Bioavailability and Reducing Inflammation

  • Use of enteric coating, micronization, and carrier oils to maximize absorption
  • Formulations designed to reduce common side effects

Key Products and Their Uses

  • Cinnamon-Clove-Oregano Formula: Supports biofilm disruption and Lyme persisters, included in Dr. Horowitz’s protocol
  • Whisbax Topical Spray/Cream: Designed for skin issues like actinomyces and post-tick bite support

Commitment to Quality and Customer Service

  • Manufactured in the U.S. in cGMP-certified facilities with stringent testing protocols
  • Small company with a direct line of communication between founders and customers

Conclusion:

  • Doctor Inspired Formulations is dedicated to providing standardized, pharmaceutical-grade supplements for the Lyme community
  • Founders emphasize the importance of transparency, quality, and patient-centered innovation

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