Bioidentical HRT
Compound Creams
What Is BHRT?
BHRT stands for bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. What does that mean? Bio-identical refers to how molecularly similar the supplemental hormone is to the human hormone. Other supplemental hormones such as the ones administered by conventional physicians are not bio-identical. Bio-identical hormones are derived from plants while synthetic hormones are derived from animals. Hormone replacement therapy is the purpose of the bio-identical hormones. People who lack certain hormones or who have too much of a certain hormone may benefit from BHRT.
What are BHRT Compounded Creams?
We work with local high quality compounding pharmacies to provide our patients with customized bio-identical creams gels and suppositories that contain estradiol and/or testosterone. They frequently cost less than FDA approved bioidenticals which can sometimes be exorbitant. Creams are simple to apply and like the shots can be adjusted to meet individual needs. No FDA approved transdermal testosterone is available in this country. Creams are sometimes erratically absorbed and can be “messy” but they are a good choice for many women.
What are BHRT Oral Formulations?
Oral Bio-identical Estradiol and Progesterone formulations are FDA approved, effective and affordable. . They are affordable. Though oral estrogens do slightly increase the risk of blood clots in the legs [a 1 in 1000 additional risk per year ], the affordability and simplicity of use make this formulation a good option. Oral FDA approved bio-identical testosterone is not available. Estratest is not a bio-identical hormone, but it is the only FDA approved form of testosterone [synthetic methyl-testosterone]. It is Esterified Estrogen combined with Methyl-testosterone in two dosages. Though generic, it’s price is volatile. We advise our patients to check cash prices on GoodRx.com website for best prices on this as well as any other medicine not covered by insurance.
What is Bio-identical Hormone Replacement (BHRT) therapy?
Bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, or BHRT, is the most natural way to overcome hormone deficiencies and hormone imbalances at any age. Bio-identical hormones have many benefits over conjugated hormones. These hormones are delivered to patients in the form of pellets. These pellets are placed just under the skin in an outpatient procedure with less than a week of recovery time before patients can return to their normal active lifestyles and exercise routines. Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) for women optimizes the desired hormones of a patient within seven to ten days. Every BHRT pellet is custom created with every patient’s unique physiology in mind. Because of this, every treatment is tailored to each patient in order to ensure success in the balancing of their hormones. Furthermore, BHRT uses bio-identical hormones derived from plants, not animals, which more closely mimic the hormones naturally present within men and women than synthetic or animal-derived hormones. BHRT is biologically identical to your own natural hormones and thus may have fewer, less significant side effects.
Getting started with BHRT therapy is as easy as making an appointment!
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This content is reviewed regularly and is updated when new and relevant evidence is made available. This information is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with questions regarding a medical condition.