I have hypothyroidism and hormonal imbalance. I suffered for decades until I found a physician who prescribed bio-identical hormones for both conditions. Once I started these compounded medications, my energy improved, my hair stopped falling out, and I was no longer freezing even on 90-degree days- I got my life back. I recently entered into peri-menopause and with that came panic attacks so bad I couldn't function. I increased my hormone levels through bio-identicals and again, improved the quality of my life beyond measure. Women need these hormones!!!

I have taken low-dose bio-identical hormones for several years. It is my only prescription medication. I trust my functional medicine doctor and my compounding pharmacy. I am currently competing in a CrossFit championship as an athlete. I am well and I am strong. Do not restrict compounded hormones based on a study commissioned by the FDA.

In 1994, at the age of 43, having been diagnosed with advanced breast cancer, I underwent a stem cell transplant; ie. massive doses of chemotherapy which destroyed any cancer cells left in my body, but also my immune system. My own stem cells, which had been previously harvested, were re-infused into my body, and as of today, I am still disease-free. However, when my gynecologist checked my hormone levels after my treatment, she found I had NONE. So she prescribed compounded testosterone for me. No estrogen for breast cancer survivors!

I have relied upon the compounded formula ever since 1994 to keep my system in balance as much as possible since my cancer experience. I don't know what I would do if I were to become unable to find the medication.

I’m grateful for compounded hormones and I can’t imagine that it is being taken away. My life has truly changed for the better because of them. Please stop this travesty.

After 50 years of problems with menstrual cycles, bio-identical hormone replacement has given me control and relief from these issues. I've not had a hysterectomy or other surgeries like so very many of my family and friends.

I had a complete hysterectomy. I must take the hormones. I tried the synthetic prescriptions from the regular pharmacy and immediately got serious chest pains, anxiety, and brain fog. I am unable to take regular prescriptions from the drug store. I must have these compounded hormones to live. I also use compounded hormones for female pain due to the surgery.

I started compounded TRT treatment a few years ago after trying all other methods of regaining my lost energy and ability to recover from exercise. It's a downward spiral when testosterone levels decline for varying reasons. Compounded TRT has helped me to get back to being me again so I can exercise and enjoy a good quality life.

I have been a patient using compounded hormones for over 25 years. They saved me because the typical hormone substitutes pushed on most women did not work for me and caused negative side effects. Compounded therapy is closer to natural hormones and works for me.

Please stop them from restricting the use of compounded hormone therapies. Compounded hormones work and millions of people depend on them.

I have been using compounded hormones for a few years now and attribute this product to my reduction in daily negative symptoms that I was receiving - including sleep issues and mood issues. This compounded Progesterone is specially designed for me and I feel that I should have access to this important therapy. It is time to support women and their health.

I tried prescriptions from a traditional pharmacy and they did not address my issues and actually made me feel worse. My HRT from a compounded pharmacy is tailored to my specific issue and has enabled me to stay active and productive.

As long as the compounding is managed in a professional pharmacy - I can’t see a reason for the FDA to restrict it.

Having severe Endometriosis and Adenomyosis, I did not have much of a choice besides a complete hysterectomy at the age of 30. I did not want to be on synthetic hormones, so I eventually found bio-identical hormones. I was able to transition over to the compounded hormones and feel confident in that choice because it is closer to what would be happening in my body pre-hysterectomy. Please do not remove this option for so many women!

Without compounded hormones, I would not be able to function at my job,  hauling gas. Menopause was severely limiting my ability to work and function. Within weeks of starting on compounded hormones, most of my symptoms resolved: without this natural and safer alternative, I would be miserable.

I have used bio-identical hormones for the past twenty years. I began with progesterone which helped me to balance my hormones in my early 30s. As I entered menopause, progesterone helped to prevent fibroids (which my mother suffered from) as well as heavy premenopausal bleeding and night sweats. Menopause was a breeze because I was on progesterone… I literally never had any symptoms aside from some insomnia. My friends going through menopause have suffered all symptoms including the dreaded weight gain and more than 75% have had to have at least a DNC if not a full hysterectomy. I would have been no different (based upon genetics) and what I have seen friends go through had I not been on bio-identical hormones. After menopause, I used a non- bio-identical estrogen patch… suddenly I was a mess- lots of symptoms, and it hugely affected my mood. Switched to a compounded version, and my symptoms were gone. I am happier and healthier through the use of bio-identical hormones… no weight gain, no hormonal sweating, no tears, no anxiety, no symptoms at all, and the added bonus.. my skin looks amazing. Compounding hormones are a necessity and in my opinion, no woman should do without.

I have been taking compounded bio-identical hormones for 20 years with no side effects. I feel that they are essential to my life. Prior to starting them in my 40s, I was almost dysfunctional...memory, anxiety, focus, motivation, guilt. Doctors had me on all sorts of medications that did not help me for almost 3 years before I did enough research and found a doctor who would work with me to prescribe the bio-identical hormones. I had myself back!!! I was able to get rid of all the prescription drugs they were giving me and feel normal again. Please consider the mental health, strength, physical health, and productive lives of those that need hormone replacement. It changed my life! I thought I had lost all control and couldn't get it back with what doctors were sure their medications could correct... the medications did not work, but the bio-identical hormones did! It is hard enough to find doctors who will listen to you without having availability issues.

I am 65 years old now, and no one has a clue about my illness unless I tell them. I have energy, my skin is great, I can focus and I'm almost always happy without fighting every moment to try to be. Please keep compounding available!

I’ve been on compounded hormones since I was 13 years old. I have Tuners Mosaic Syndrome and my ovaries never developed. My ovaries are just thin strips of tissue. I have tried just about every traditional medicine, to help me with monthly cycles. At 40 years old, I had a hysterectomy, and I had complications with excessive bleeding. After many years, I found that compounding hormones are right for me all the way, helping me to feel better and safer in my body.

I’m 53 years old and I’ve been taking daily thyroid medicine since I was first diagnosed at 19 years old. At first, the doctor prescribed synthetic medicine. For years I got sicker and sicker. Eventually, the disease progressed and so I now also have Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. I didn’t have the energy to take care of myself, and my ability to show up to work every day was severely impacted. A new doctor prescribed a different type of thyroid medicine called natural desiccated thyroid. It made all the difference! In 2015 the lab that makes my thyroid medication had supply issues. Every month I had to call multiple pharmacies looking for enough medicine to fill 30 days of pills. I had to call my doctor to rewrite prescriptions because the dose was written for a particular tablet strength and that tablet was not available. I tried a partially synthetic compounded medicine and my health declined. I finally found a doctor who knew of another compounding pharmacy that could make the dose I needed in the powder form of natural desiccated thyroid. This saved me! I’m able to work and take care of myself. Without this daily medicine, I would be on disability.

Compounded progesterone has helped me with my hormonal acne as a 30-year-old and also my anxiety. I have PCOS which has contributed to my need for progesterone.

Before I was prescribed compounded progesterone, my hormones were off balance and I was suffering because of that. I like the fact that this topical medication is created just for me. It keeps me from having estrogen dominance symptoms like anxiety and skin irritation. It’s a life saver.

There are many different body types and every person has differing hormone needs. Yet, there are only a few pre-made hormone formulas on the market! An imbalance can cause great harm. I've experienced horrible reactions to pharmaceutical hormone medicines. Plus, pre-made pharmaceuticals contain additives and excipients. 
Compounding pharmaceuticals is the only method that offers a way to personalize the formula to the patient's needs. If you remove the ability to use compounded hormones that match the need of the patient, they (I) WILL seek alternative therapies, or die trying!! Please do not limit our health options further!