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In the United States, millions of people depend on compounded medicines to live normal, productive, healthy lives. Their first-hand stories speak directly to the power of this important therapy. As the FDA considers removing access to certain medicines like compounded hormones, their voices must be part of the conversation.

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Gregory B.
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“It improved by sexual relationship with my wife. It has help...”

Nanette S.
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“Because of the medications traditional doctors have prescrib...”

Marie G.
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“This has improved my problems immensely and is more affordab...”

Cynthia K.
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“I am 70 years old and have been using cBHT for years. I have...”

Julie S.
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“For two years, I tried a prescription HRT that was not compo...”

Kelly S.
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“cBHT has has affected my life in a positive way. It has help...”

Elaine T.
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“I was premenopausal when I had a complete hysterectomy. Afte...”

Lisa D.
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“I strongly think that my compounded hormone made with natura...”

Susan W.
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“A very good experience- no more hot flashes and increased se...”

Kathleen G.
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“Without my hormone replacement, I would be under more stress...”

Marna H.
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“I wasn't able to sleep at night until I started my compound....”

Gretchen J.
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“I had mastectomies and a hysterectomy at age 48. The compoun...”

Linda S.
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“I started using bioidentical hormones 20 years ago. I feel t...”

maggie M.
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“I began taking hormones after a hysterectomy 35 years ago. I...”

Emily H.
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“For six years I was unable to sleep. Most nights I only slep...”

LeAnn H.
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“Before starting on this medication, I was a very unhealthy p...”

Nancy M.
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“I had a total hysterectomy years ago and have NEVER been abl...”

Leanna H.
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“By using the hormone creams I have been able to control my h...”

Diane K.
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“I have found great relief from menopausal symptoms. Foggy br...”

wendy F.
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“Prior to cBHT, I had hourly hot flashes, would wake up every...”

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04.13.2021
Gregory B.
Iowa Council Bluffs

“It improved by sexual relationship with my wife. It has help...”

It improved by sexual relationship with my wife. It has helped me keep my weight at a level amount. It seems to have kept me looking younger. I have had no adverse effects from taking it. I have used it six-seven years.
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04.13.2021
Nanette S.
Iowa Johnston

“Because of the medications traditional doctors have prescrib...”

Because of the medications traditional doctors have prescribed, I have developed a great many allergies. I am unable to tolerate most traditional OTC and prescribed medications. My doctor has found that by using compounded prescriptions, I can tolerate the medications and supplements she has determined necessary for my health. Without compounding, I would not have been able to work as long as I did, nor would I have the quality of life that I now have.
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04.13.2021
Marie G.
Iowa Casey

“This has improved my problems immensely and is more affordab...”

This has improved my problems immensely and is more affordable.
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04.13.2021
Cynthia K.
Iowa Urbandale

“I am 70 years old and have been using cBHT for years. I have...”

I am 70 years old and have been using cBHT for years. I have tried the FDA-approved hormone replacement medicines and had side effects from them. Please do not away cBHT. I hope and pray cBHT will always be available. My daughter also used cBHT for a premenopausal condition she was having. Nothing else she tired helped her through it except for the cBHT. My husband recently started using cBHT and believe me it has made him feel better and easier to live with. PLEASE DON'T TAKE AWAY cBHT. PLEASE!
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04.13.2021
Julie S.
Iowa WEST DES MOINES

“For two years, I tried a prescription HRT that was not compo...”

For two years, I tried a prescription HRT that was not compounded and it was not meeting my needs at all. I had a complete hysterectomy in 2009 and in 2011. After the two years referenced above, a friend recommended cBHT. I met with a doctor who was willing to prescribe. She ran a series of tests which determined what I needed. It has been an incredible change in every aspect of my life.
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04.13.2021
Kelly S.
Iowa Clive

“cBHT has has affected my life in a positive way. It has help...”

cBHT has has affected my life in a positive way. It has helped to lessen hormone imbalance and kept me feeling emotionally and physically stronger. I am a very active person and able to handle my life in a calmer and healthier way.
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04.13.2021
Elaine T.
Iowa Urbandale

“I was premenopausal when I had a complete hysterectomy. Afte...”

I was premenopausal when I had a complete hysterectomy. After three years of no hormones, I was ready to burn down my house, quit my job and drive away in my leased auto never to be seen again. NOT kidding. Bioidentical hormone therapy was the only therapy that made sense to me. I have been using this for nine years, very successfully. PLEASE do not take this away from me.
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04.13.2021
Lisa D.
Iowa Earlham

“I strongly think that my compounded hormone made with natura...”

I strongly think that my compounded hormone made with natural ingredients is more safe and better for my long term health. I trust it more and think I should have the right to pick what I want. It is my right and do not appreciate the FDA dictating what I can and can not take. It is my body and I make the decision and take the consequences of taking the drug of my choice.
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04.13.2021
Susan W.
Iowa Cumming

“A very good experience- no more hot flashes and increased se...”

A very good experience- no more hot flashes and increased sex drive. An overall feel-good medication.
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04.13.2021
Kathleen G.
Iowa Ankeny

“Without my hormone replacement, I would be under more stress...”

Without my hormone replacement, I would be under more stress and very irritable in my daily life.
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04.13.2021
Marna H.
Iowa Des Moines

“I wasn't able to sleep at night until I started my compound....”

I wasn't able to sleep at night until I started my compound. Now there's not an issue
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04.13.2021
Gretchen J.
Iowa Waukee

“I had mastectomies and a hysterectomy at age 48. The compoun...”

I had mastectomies and a hysterectomy at age 48. The compounded bioidentical hormones have helped me prevent menopausal symptoms and prevent breast cancer recurrence. Synthetic hormones do not provide the benefits or protection that BHRT do and it has been specifically tailored to my needs. Bioidentical hormones are made from plant-based sources and closely mirror the hormones that I would have produced naturally. I do not have hot flashes or other symptoms of menopause and helps prevent osteoporosis. I believe the HRT is essential to continuing my good health.
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04.13.2021
Linda S.
Iowa Council Bluffs

“I started using bioidentical hormones 20 years ago. I feel t...”

I started using bioidentical hormones 20 years ago. I feel the hormones have given me a good quality of life as I have aged. I sleep well, no joint pain, no vaginal dryness, and moods are more stabile. What is really important to me is that these hormones are natural because I do not like using synthetic products in/on my body. The body processes natural hormones more effectively.
Image
04.13.2021
maggie M.
Iowa des moines

“I began taking hormones after a hysterectomy 35 years ago. I...”

I began taking hormones after a hysterectomy 35 years ago. I took Premarin. I went off after reading about dire health repercussions. I've been taking compounded hormones for 20 years which are prescribed for ME based on saliva test results. I trust them and will take as long as I live.
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04.13.2021
Emily H.
Iowa Windsor heights

“For six years I was unable to sleep. Most nights I only slep...”

For six years I was unable to sleep. Most nights I only slept three solid hours...some nights not even that. This affected every aspect of my life: my work performance, my ability to take care of my family, my personal relationships, my weight, and even my heart. Over a period of several years, working with a doctor and a compounding pharmacy, we were able to find a combination of hormone cream and progesterone capsule to even out my hormones and allow me to sleep! Now I can get seven hours of sleep a night and everything about my life is better. I am able to take care of my family and be effective at my job again. I am convinced that compounding pharmacies are vital to my well-being.
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04.13.2021
LeAnn H.
Iowa REINBECK

“Before starting on this medication, I was a very unhealthy p...”

Before starting on this medication, I was a very unhealthy person because my hormones were completely out of control. I was absolutely miserable and suffering! After a lot of testing, I was finally able to get the help and compounded medication that I needed. Without this compounded medication I would needlessly suffer. It would be cruel of the FDA to ban medications that help women!
Image
04.13.2021
Nancy M.
Iowa Waukee

“I had a total hysterectomy years ago and have NEVER been abl...”

I had a total hysterectomy years ago and have NEVER been able to be without hormones to control both hot flashes, depression and memory fog. I can no longer use regular prescription strengths as they are too strong for me at my age. Only the small amount made in the compounded formula works for me. Without that, I truly believe I'd be living as someone with dementia, depression and the horrible hot flashes that are 24/7 and never let up. I really don't know what I would do without it. It scares me to death that I might have to experience that.
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04.13.2021
Leanna H.
Iowa DES MOINES

“By using the hormone creams I have been able to control my h...”

By using the hormone creams I have been able to control my hot flashes, which has been great for me.
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04.13.2021
Diane K.
Iowa Urbandale

“I have found great relief from menopausal symptoms. Foggy br...”

I have found great relief from menopausal symptoms. Foggy brain, tiredness, night sweats, vaginal dryness all have been alleviated. What I very much appreciate is that the formulas are compounded SPECIFICALLY for my needs. No one pill/shot/etc. fits all. If it's not working, it can be adjusted up or down. Then I have yearly follow ups that have helped us stay on top of any changes. I truly appreciate that consult. Because they are catered to me, the side effects are not there, or if something isn't right, it can be stopped unlike implants that have to run their course. Please do not stop this valuable service!
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04.13.2021
wendy F.
Iowa dike

“Prior to cBHT, I had hourly hot flashes, would wake up every...”

Prior to cBHT, I had hourly hot flashes, would wake up every two hours at night and I was lucky to get four hours of sleep. My mood was terrible. I can't say I was depressed, but I was very cranky most days. My joints ached and I was gaining weight. Fast forward to life with cBHT, I am happy, feel great, can sleep at night, have energy and just plain enjoy life again.
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Story Image Gregory B.

“It improved by sexual relationship with my wife. It has help...”

Story Image Nanette S.

“Because of the medications traditional doctors have prescrib...”

Story Image Marie G.

“This has improved my problems immensely and is more affordab...”

Story Image Cynthia K.

“I am 70 years old and have been using cBHT for years. I have...”

Story Image Julie S.

“For two years, I tried a prescription HRT that was not compo...”

Story Image Kelly S.

“cBHT has has affected my life in a positive way. It has help...”

Story Image Elaine T.

“I was premenopausal when I had a complete hysterectomy. Afte...”

Story Image Lisa D.

“I strongly think that my compounded hormone made with natura...”

Story Image Susan W.

“A very good experience- no more hot flashes and increased se...”

Story Image Kathleen G.

“Without my hormone replacement, I would be under more stress...”

Story Image Marna H.

“I wasn't able to sleep at night until I started my compound....”

Story Image Gretchen J.

“I had mastectomies and a hysterectomy at age 48. The compoun...”

Story Image Linda S.

“I started using bioidentical hormones 20 years ago. I feel t...”

Story Image maggie M.

“I began taking hormones after a hysterectomy 35 years ago. I...”

Story Image Emily H.

“For six years I was unable to sleep. Most nights I only slep...”

Story Image LeAnn H.

“Before starting on this medication, I was a very unhealthy p...”

Story Image Nancy M.

“I had a total hysterectomy years ago and have NEVER been abl...”

Story Image Leanna H.

“By using the hormone creams I have been able to control my h...”

Story Image Diane K.

“I have found great relief from menopausal symptoms. Foggy br...”

Story Image wendy F.

“Prior to cBHT, I had hourly hot flashes, would wake up every...”

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04.13.2021
Gregory B.
Iowa Council Bluffs

“It improved by sexual relationship with my wife. It has help...”

It improved by sexual relationship with my wife. It has helped me keep my weight at a level amount. It seems to have kept me looking younger. I have had no adverse effects from taking it. I have used it six-seven years.
Image
04.13.2021
Nanette S.
Iowa Johnston

“Because of the medications traditional doctors have prescrib...”

Because of the medications traditional doctors have prescribed, I have developed a great many allergies. I am unable to tolerate most traditional OTC and prescribed medications. My doctor has found that by using compounded prescriptions, I can tolerate the medications and supplements she has determined necessary for my health. Without compounding, I would not have been able to work as long as I did, nor would I have the quality of life that I now have.
Image
04.13.2021
Marie G.
Iowa Casey

“This has improved my problems immensely and is more affordab...”

This has improved my problems immensely and is more affordable.
Image
04.13.2021
Cynthia K.
Iowa Urbandale

“I am 70 years old and have been using cBHT for years. I have...”

I am 70 years old and have been using cBHT for years. I have tried the FDA-approved hormone replacement medicines and had side effects from them. Please do not away cBHT. I hope and pray cBHT will always be available. My daughter also used cBHT for a premenopausal condition she was having. Nothing else she tired helped her through it except for the cBHT. My husband recently started using cBHT and believe me it has made him feel better and easier to live with. PLEASE DON'T TAKE AWAY cBHT. PLEASE!
Image
04.13.2021
Julie S.
Iowa WEST DES MOINES

“For two years, I tried a prescription HRT that was not compo...”

For two years, I tried a prescription HRT that was not compounded and it was not meeting my needs at all. I had a complete hysterectomy in 2009 and in 2011. After the two years referenced above, a friend recommended cBHT. I met with a doctor who was willing to prescribe. She ran a series of tests which determined what I needed. It has been an incredible change in every aspect of my life.
Image
04.13.2021
Kelly S.
Iowa Clive

“cBHT has has affected my life in a positive way. It has help...”

cBHT has has affected my life in a positive way. It has helped to lessen hormone imbalance and kept me feeling emotionally and physically stronger. I am a very active person and able to handle my life in a calmer and healthier way.
Image
04.13.2021
Elaine T.
Iowa Urbandale

“I was premenopausal when I had a complete hysterectomy. Afte...”

I was premenopausal when I had a complete hysterectomy. After three years of no hormones, I was ready to burn down my house, quit my job and drive away in my leased auto never to be seen again. NOT kidding. Bioidentical hormone therapy was the only therapy that made sense to me. I have been using this for nine years, very successfully. PLEASE do not take this away from me.
Image
04.13.2021
Lisa D.
Iowa Earlham

“I strongly think that my compounded hormone made with natura...”

I strongly think that my compounded hormone made with natural ingredients is more safe and better for my long term health. I trust it more and think I should have the right to pick what I want. It is my right and do not appreciate the FDA dictating what I can and can not take. It is my body and I make the decision and take the consequences of taking the drug of my choice.
Image
04.13.2021
Susan W.
Iowa Cumming

“A very good experience- no more hot flashes and increased se...”

A very good experience- no more hot flashes and increased sex drive. An overall feel-good medication.
Image
04.13.2021
Kathleen G.
Iowa Ankeny

“Without my hormone replacement, I would be under more stress...”

Without my hormone replacement, I would be under more stress and very irritable in my daily life.
Image
04.13.2021
Marna H.
Iowa Des Moines

“I wasn't able to sleep at night until I started my compound....”

I wasn't able to sleep at night until I started my compound. Now there's not an issue
Image
04.13.2021
Gretchen J.
Iowa Waukee

“I had mastectomies and a hysterectomy at age 48. The compoun...”

I had mastectomies and a hysterectomy at age 48. The compounded bioidentical hormones have helped me prevent menopausal symptoms and prevent breast cancer recurrence. Synthetic hormones do not provide the benefits or protection that BHRT do and it has been specifically tailored to my needs. Bioidentical hormones are made from plant-based sources and closely mirror the hormones that I would have produced naturally. I do not have hot flashes or other symptoms of menopause and helps prevent osteoporosis. I believe the HRT is essential to continuing my good health.
Image
04.13.2021
Linda S.
Iowa Council Bluffs

“I started using bioidentical hormones 20 years ago. I feel t...”

I started using bioidentical hormones 20 years ago. I feel the hormones have given me a good quality of life as I have aged. I sleep well, no joint pain, no vaginal dryness, and moods are more stabile. What is really important to me is that these hormones are natural because I do not like using synthetic products in/on my body. The body processes natural hormones more effectively.
Image
04.13.2021
maggie M.
Iowa des moines

“I began taking hormones after a hysterectomy 35 years ago. I...”

I began taking hormones after a hysterectomy 35 years ago. I took Premarin. I went off after reading about dire health repercussions. I've been taking compounded hormones for 20 years which are prescribed for ME based on saliva test results. I trust them and will take as long as I live.
Image
04.13.2021
Emily H.
Iowa Windsor heights

“For six years I was unable to sleep. Most nights I only slep...”

For six years I was unable to sleep. Most nights I only slept three solid hours...some nights not even that. This affected every aspect of my life: my work performance, my ability to take care of my family, my personal relationships, my weight, and even my heart. Over a period of several years, working with a doctor and a compounding pharmacy, we were able to find a combination of hormone cream and progesterone capsule to even out my hormones and allow me to sleep! Now I can get seven hours of sleep a night and everything about my life is better. I am able to take care of my family and be effective at my job again. I am convinced that compounding pharmacies are vital to my well-being.
Image
04.13.2021
LeAnn H.
Iowa REINBECK

“Before starting on this medication, I was a very unhealthy p...”

Before starting on this medication, I was a very unhealthy person because my hormones were completely out of control. I was absolutely miserable and suffering! After a lot of testing, I was finally able to get the help and compounded medication that I needed. Without this compounded medication I would needlessly suffer. It would be cruel of the FDA to ban medications that help women!
Image
04.13.2021
Nancy M.
Iowa Waukee

“I had a total hysterectomy years ago and have NEVER been abl...”

I had a total hysterectomy years ago and have NEVER been able to be without hormones to control both hot flashes, depression and memory fog. I can no longer use regular prescription strengths as they are too strong for me at my age. Only the small amount made in the compounded formula works for me. Without that, I truly believe I'd be living as someone with dementia, depression and the horrible hot flashes that are 24/7 and never let up. I really don't know what I would do without it. It scares me to death that I might have to experience that.
Image
04.13.2021
Leanna H.
Iowa DES MOINES

“By using the hormone creams I have been able to control my h...”

By using the hormone creams I have been able to control my hot flashes, which has been great for me.
Image
04.13.2021
Diane K.
Iowa Urbandale

“I have found great relief from menopausal symptoms. Foggy br...”

I have found great relief from menopausal symptoms. Foggy brain, tiredness, night sweats, vaginal dryness all have been alleviated. What I very much appreciate is that the formulas are compounded SPECIFICALLY for my needs. No one pill/shot/etc. fits all. If it's not working, it can be adjusted up or down. Then I have yearly follow ups that have helped us stay on top of any changes. I truly appreciate that consult. Because they are catered to me, the side effects are not there, or if something isn't right, it can be stopped unlike implants that have to run their course. Please do not stop this valuable service!
Image
04.13.2021
wendy F.
Iowa dike

“Prior to cBHT, I had hourly hot flashes, would wake up every...”

Prior to cBHT, I had hourly hot flashes, would wake up every two hours at night and I was lucky to get four hours of sleep. My mood was terrible. I can't say I was depressed, but I was very cranky most days. My joints ached and I was gaining weight. Fast forward to life with cBHT, I am happy, feel great, can sleep at night, have energy and just plain enjoy life again.
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Hear their stories, in their own words. Protect their access to compounded hormones.

On this page, we can only touch on the data that demonstrates the importance of compounded hormones to the lives of millions of women in this country. While the decision to take this vital therapy from patients and physicians might be profitable for the big pharmaceutical companies, it will be disastrous for the millions of patients that those same pharmaceutical companies cannot serve!

We encourage the appropriate committees in both the House and Senate to hold hearings on this critical issue.

Preserve compounded hormones.

Explore our interactive map that demonstrates the importance of compounded hormones to patients all across the country. Filter these first-hand accounts by state to see just how vital compounded hormones are.

Explore our interactive map that demonstrates the importance of compounded hormones to patients all across the country. Filter these first-hand accounts by state to see just how vital compounded hormones are.

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