When my primary care physician prescribed traditional menopause medication, I was physically ill from it. Cramping, bleeding, and irrational behavior. I continued having menopause issues. When I went to a doctor who specialized in hormone treatment, he prescribed bioidentical treatment. My life improved immeasurably. I no longer have ANY menopause symptoms or repercussions. (Unless I forget to use my cream). I don't know what I would do if I didn't have my bioidenticals.

The ability to have a topical option, as well as a dosage specific to my needs, has allowed me to continue to function and thrive as a mother of three, a spouse, and an employee. It has balanced my hormones so that not only can I function well in my daily life, but I can enjoy it and thrive. Those around me and those who are dependent on me tell me that they "have me back". For my basic life needs and for my well-being, cBHT is essential.

When I reached perimenopause, I tried many standard pharmaceutical and herbal treatments for my menopausal symptoms and none gave relief. The pharmaceuticals caused massive and terrible side effects. Then I followed my mother's advice and got a prescription for compounded HRT. It alleviated my symptoms, allowed me to sleep again, cleared my depression and brain fog and I once again became very good at my demanding job (software development) and started to enjoy life again. Prior to the treatment, I thought about death every day. My mom used compounded hormones for over 20 years. And they allowed her to have a great health and quality of life especially since she also deals with health problems due to post-polio syndrome. I'll buy these on the black market or from another country if they become "illegal".

My life barely felt worth living before I started cBHT. I had terrible hot flashes and this resulted in lack of sleep, no libido, foggy mental state, constant irritability. I literally hated the person my hormone imbalance was making me. Within two weeks (I kept a diary) of starting cBHT I was back to my old self! It was the most life-enhancing thing I have ever experienced. I didn't want to start HRT with a pharmaceutical because of ethical reasons so if it wasn't for cBHT I would have continued to suffer. I have been on cBHT for over 10 years now and dread the day these ever become unavailable. THEY ARE A LIFE-SAVER!

I started taking compounded hormone replacement at age 49, due to early menopause symptoms. These were not minor symptoms. The hot flashes I had occurred multiple times a day (approx. every 20 minutes) and through the night. Each occurrence lasted a few minutes but were so intense I sweated profusely, could not focus, and could not cool down. My sleep was so disturbed I was constantly tired. I slept on towels that were wet by morning. It was a debilitating condition that is difficult to understand by individuals that have never experienced such level of symptoms. I called my gynecologist and her nurse suggested a one-size-fits-all patch of estrogen but had no other solutions and I was puzzled. The internet suggested herbal supplements, breathable clothing and exercise. Really? When I finally visited with a doctor specializing in hormone replacement, he checked my hormone levels before determining dosage. My progesterone was at zero, and estrogen low as well. No wonder I was miserable, and was considering quitting my new high-level job, as I could not function in an office or in meetings without dripping sweat during the "flashes." Every year, he would check my levels and adjust the dosage. From the moment I started on bioidentical hormone replacement creams, my life changed back to normal. It has been a miracle for me, saving my health and my career. Please allow women to continue to have this option for an improved quality of life. Men, pre-menopausal women, and women who transition easily into menopause have no idea how miserable life can be for those with bad symptoms. Do not make decisions for those that rely and thrive on this very essential treatment.

The combipatch my PCP prescribed did not ameliorate all of my menopausal symptoms. A couple of months after switching to bioidentical HRT, all of my symptoms were gone. My health is overall greatly improved. I exercise regularly, sleep well and enjoy an optimistic mood the majority of the time. One size fits all does not work for HRT. I trust my local pharmacist to compound my bioidentical HRT over a factory assembly line any day. Please do not take this life enhancing treatment option away!

I began compounded hormone therapy around age 45. I am 49 now. I felt sluggish and was ridden with chronic anxiety, and other typical pre-menopausal symptoms. Compounded hormone therapy has helped me to feel more like myself again and greatly improved my life. I have run out of my HRT twice and have suffered from the same symptoms. I believe compounded hormone therapy is very beneficial for women whom choose this for themselves.

cBHT has truly been a lifesaver for me, in a literal sense. Prior to taking cBHT, my symptoms were so severe that, at one point, I contemplated suicide (something that I never would have done prior to the onset of perimenopause). Within a week or so of being pelleted and supplemented, I felt happy, vibrant, energetic and balanced again. I must use a compounded form of progesterone, however. The FDA minimal approved dose is much too strong for me. I need a lower compounded dose and I am very glad that there are compounding pharmacies out there that can deliver customized medications. Each person is unique and so are our dosing requirements.

cBHT is the best thing I ever did. I had terrible PMS. It has helped me for 20 years. NO side effects. If you take it away or restrict it, I will find a way to maintain my sanity by getting hormones from another country. The FDA needs to stay out of this industry. They have enough to do with the covid dilemma. They don't even have qualified people making decisions about cBHT. My hair, skin, and nails look great. My ligaments are all good due to bioidentical hormones. I feel great and I am 60. I plan to take them until I die.

I have no hot flashes which were so uncomfortable before HRT. I have lots of energy for being 75.

I've used compounded bioidentical estradiol cream for years to help my postmenopausal bladder problems with very good results. It is safe, effective and much more cost effective than the brand name Estrace. Please continue to allow its use without restrictions. I could not afford to stay on Estrace. Thank you.

I sleep better. My bladder works better and my bones are stronger because of it.

I am a devoted user of bioidentical HRT. It keeps my mood balanced, helps me sleep, keeps my energy up, helps me balance my weight and so much more. If it weren't for compounding pharmacies being able to custom make exactly the dosage that is best for me, I don't know what I would do. It is a lifesaver.

I have a renewed life with no side effects. Before the hormones, I had no energy and brain fog and since starting the hormones, my life is back to normal. Compounded hormones are important because everyone is different and taking ready made medication may not work well for some individuals... I struggle through this with my thyroid medication. You can only get a certain strength and it's either too much or not enough. I've even thought about switching to compounded thyroid medication but unfortunately that's not an option for me due to insurance coverage! Please do not restrict compounding hormones.

Please don't restrict the use of bioidentical hormones- they SAVED MY LIFE. I was miserable, on the couch, almost unable to move. I had severe insomnia, irritability, depression, anxiety, heart palpitations, and many other symptoms. The HRT allowed me to heal, recover, and lead a normal life. I am not exaggerating when I say I believe I would be dead by now if I hadn't started taking them. PLEASE don't restrict them.

I am a 62 year old woman who has taken cBHT since age 48 when I became perimenopausal. My main purpose was to protect my body from aging after educating myself through Dr. Diana Schwarzbein (an MD with a specialty in endocrinology). I have kept my weight low at pre-menopausal levels, am energetic and have educated myself. When I was forced to take a generic Vivelle patch, I saw weight gain and did not feel good. Please protect our rights to make our own decisions! This is extremely important!

I had terrible insomnia and had tried other natural supplements which didn't help enough. The bioidentical hormones totally made a difference and I get good night's sleep.

I've been on cBHT since my hysterectomy. Before I started using them I was incredibly depressed and suffered debilitating hot flashes. I feel they are critical to my healthy and vitality.

I struggled for two years with intense menopausal symptoms and tried just about all the hormone replacement therapies, which made me feel really sick. Finding bioidentical hormones changed my life and the results were observable, literally within the second day of use. I slept through the night (the first time in years), my libido was back to "normal" within three days, the texture of my skin improved, I could find my words again... and just felt so much better. I am a clinical psychologist and bioidentical hormones enhance my energy levels to where therapists half my age cannot keep up with me. This has been an absolute life saver for me and I do not have enough words to sing the praises of bioidentical hormones. We all experience menopausal symptoms or hormone imbalances differently and to prescribe the same amount of estrogen, progesterone, etc. (as is the case in hormone replacement therapy) for every one is really ridiculous.