United States

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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sandra M.
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“Bioidentical hormones, which can be compounded in any dosage...”

Tracie H.
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“When traditional doctors failed me, I found a functional med...”

Kari D.
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“I can sleep, have libido now, and am not exhausted...”

Tangi T.
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“The pellets have been life changing in so many ways. They ha...”

Catherine H.
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“The compounded hormone therapy has caused me to be able to l...”

Elizabeth P.
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“I was struggling greatly with anxiety, inability sleep and d...”

Rosemary I.
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“I love the intimacy my husband and I are able to have. I am ...”

arlene N.
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“I have been taking cBHT since I was in my early 50's. I am n...”

carolyne shapiro S.
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“Best thing I could have ever done- I waited a long time to b...”

Kathleen M.
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“My mental, emotional and physical health have all been impro...”

darryl swann S.
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“I am not the one taking the hormones- my wife is. I saw how ...”

Gail B.
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“Compounded bioidentical hormones transformed my life. I trie...”

Veronica N.
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“It has made me feel like myself again. Without bioidentials ...”

maryam S.
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“I have been on cBHT since I was 49 years old. I have adrenal...”

Theresa S.
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“My overall health is so much better. I have more energy and ...”

al S.
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“Prescription hormones made me ill and were unstable in my ca...”

Deborah A.
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“It resolved sleep and anxiety issues allowing me to function...”

Constance Lilly Kittredge 7.
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“This cream is extremely helpful to me....”

Mayank S.
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“I can't begin to express the amount that my compounded DHEA ...”

Erin M.
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“Waking up drenched in my own sweat at two in the morning and...”

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04.13.2021
sandra M.
Colorado Colorado Springs

“Bioidentical hormones, which can be compounded in any dosage...”

Bioidentical hormones, which can be compounded in any dosage, have been critical to me living a normal symptom-free life. I was having many health issues dealing with low hormones as I approached menopause. All the typical symptoms resulted in lack of sleep and lack of energy/focus. I considered quitting my job because it was so hard to focus. But bioidentical hormones saved my job and my livelihood. I could not use the pharmaceutical hormones because they don't work the same and actually caused MORE symptoms. Having the choice of compounded bioidentical hormones has resulted in me giving back to society. To believe that one size fits all is completely naive, and dangerous. Every person is unique, and this fact must be respected. Please keep compounded bioidentical hormones available to everyone who wants and needs them.
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04.13.2021
Tracie H.
Colorado Breckenridge

“When traditional doctors failed me, I found a functional med...”

When traditional doctors failed me, I found a functional medicine doctor that prescribed medication via a compounding pharmacy and it made all of the difference in the world. I never thought I'd feel healthy again until I got on the right track with my functional medicine doctor. The medications that were prescribed through the compounding pharmacy were crucial in helping me feel like myself again.
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04.13.2021
Kari D.
Colorado Castle Rock

“I can sleep, have libido now, and am not exhausted...”

I can sleep, have libido now, and am not exhausted
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04.13.2021
Tangi T.
Colorado Littleton

“The pellets have been life changing in so many ways. They ha...”

The pellets have been life changing in so many ways. They have helped with my osteoperosis, hot flashes, mood swings, anxiety and depression.
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04.13.2021
Catherine H.
Colorado Beulah

“The compounded hormone therapy has caused me to be able to l...”

The compounded hormone therapy has caused me to be able to live my life without the perpetual menopausal effects, which some females never get over, AND it dramatically reduced the occurrences of my urinary tract infections. Without this compounded hormone therapy, I might not have survived due to constant UTI's that I suffered. The compounded therapy is a sublingual tablet which is so convenient, and I thank the doctor who prescribed it for me years ago.
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04.13.2021
Elizabeth P.
Colorado WOODLAND PARK

“I was struggling greatly with anxiety, inability sleep and d...”

I was struggling greatly with anxiety, inability sleep and depression when my NP ran lab work which validated her suspicion. My hormones were tanking and I was officially in the perimenopause phase, and am now in menopause. The compounded hormones have helped me attain better sleep, energy and have leveled out my intense emotional up and downs, which has helped my relationships personally and with work.
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04.13.2021
Rosemary I.
Colorado Colorado Springs

“I love the intimacy my husband and I are able to have. I am ...”

I love the intimacy my husband and I are able to have. I am 73 and he is 63. It's easy for me to exercise, work and be active. My muscle tone and skin, hair, etc. look great. People who do not know me think I am in my 50's. What more can I say? I am on the lowest dosage possible and it's wonderful. I can adjust how much I take because tablets can be broken. My hormone levels always look good for my annual exams.
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04.13.2021
arlene N.
California los angeles

“I have been taking cBHT since I was in my early 50's. I am n...”

I have been taking cBHT since I was in my early 50's. I am now 68 years old. The form of cBHT that I take, and have always taken, is The Wiley Protocol. It is a system of putting estradiol cream on one arm every day and progesterone cream on the other arm over a two week period, in varying sequencing throughout the menstrual cycle or lunar month. When I first started the cBHT, I was having hot flashes about every 30 minutes. When I say "hot flashes", I mean I would become soaking wet with sweat. I also had severe dry eye syndrome that I was taking two prescription medications for, plus over the counter eye drops, and had two plugs put into my tear ducts to try to retain moisture in my eyes. I also had very low libido and sex was painful, even using lubricant and the skin in my vagina often felt "ripped" or irritated after intercourse. Within a couple of weeks on the BHT, my hot flashes disappeared, never to return again. Three months after I started the BHT, one of my eyes started watering badly. When I went to the eye doctor, she said that it was because I had the plug in my tear duct and the other one had fallen out. She asked if I had recently started taking hormones. I said yes, and she told me that as my estrogen was now normalized, my body was now secreting a good amount of fluids to my eyes. She removed the plug, I stopped taking the medications and have never had dry eyes again. The fluid in my vaginal area also improved as well as my libido, and at age 68, my husband and I continue to have an active sex life. Please continue to support cBHT. My personal health and wellbeing depend on your support. Feel free to contact me. I would be happy to testify.
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04.13.2021
carolyne shapiro S.
California sherman oaks

“Best thing I could have ever done- I waited a long time to b...”

Best thing I could have ever done- I waited a long time to be able to take hormones and now I have been on them for two years. I have my life back and the people who love me have me back. Thank you! Taking away our hormones will be horrible for many women!
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04.13.2021
Kathleen M.
California Newbury Park

“My mental, emotional and physical health have all been impro...”

My mental, emotional and physical health have all been improved by compounded bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. I am far more engaged in my family and community life because I am not depressed. I no longer have hot flashes, emotional meltdowns, or catch every cold or flu that is circulating in my area. cBHRT has given me my life back.
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04.13.2021
darryl swann S.
California sherman oaks

“I am not the one taking the hormones- my wife is. I saw how ...”

I am not the one taking the hormones- my wife is. I saw how horrific the quality of her life was without hormones and was completely powerless to help her! When she met Dr. Daved Rosensweet, he referred her to a great physician who knows cBHRT well. I saw her come back to life and I am most grateful. Never do I want to see her have to suffer as she did again. Compounded BHRT for her is her lifeline daily. We trust her physician implicitly, we know she is safe in taking what she does take- the difference is night and day. If these hormones are taken away she will go back to how she was and that will be an absolute nightmare for her and for everyone who loves her. I believe there are hundreds of thousands of women who feel the same way as do their husbands. Thank you.
Image
04.13.2021
Gail B.
California Playa Del Rey

“Compounded bioidentical hormones transformed my life. I trie...”

Compounded bioidentical hormones transformed my life. I tried ALL of the synthetics and never achieved the quality of life I am experiencing. Testosterone pellets specifically returned me to my vibrant self.
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04.13.2021
Veronica N.
California Culver City

“It has made me feel like myself again. Without bioidentials ...”

It has made me feel like myself again. Without bioidentials I feel miserable, hot ,fatigued, and like my body is out of control.
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04.13.2021
maryam S.
California arcadia

“I have been on cBHT since I was 49 years old. I have adrenal...”

I have been on cBHT since I was 49 years old. I have adrenal fatigue, CFS, and fibromyalgia; this treatment has been life changing for me. I am HIGHLY SENSITIVE to all medications and prescribed hormones that were FDA approved. (I tried EVEYTHING from my doctor and had severe adverse side effects). I have tried everything to alleviate insomnia and adrenal fatigue symptoms. This cBHT treatment is the only thing my body has responded to 100 percent with NO SIDE EFFECTS. With fibromyalgia, this disease makes me have adverse side effects to medications and FDA approved hormones. With fibromyalgia, alternative hormonal treatment is the ONLY thing that gives me deep restorative sleep as well as improve my overall quality of life.
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04.13.2021
Theresa S.
California Los Gatos

“My overall health is so much better. I have more energy and ...”

My overall health is so much better. I have more energy and feel I got my life back after starting hormone replacement. I don't know what I would do without it!
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04.13.2021
al S.
California san diego

“Prescription hormones made me ill and were unstable in my ca...”

Prescription hormones made me ill and were unstable in my care. I suffered from mood swings, weight gain, hair loss and other symptoms. It required a compounding pharmacy and the proper adjustments for my personal care.
Image
04.13.2021
Deborah A.
California Mckinleyville

“It resolved sleep and anxiety issues allowing me to function...”

It resolved sleep and anxiety issues allowing me to function normally again. I feel that it has helped me to remain physically active and maintain better overall health. I have a significant family history of breast cancer so needed a different formulation than conventional hormones can give. I continue to take cBHT because I feel much better with it than without it.
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04.13.2021
Constance Lilly Kittredge 7.
California La Mesa

“This cream is extremely helpful to me....”

This cream is extremely helpful to me.
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04.13.2021
Mayank S.
California San Diego

“I can't begin to express the amount that my compounded DHEA ...”

I can't begin to express the amount that my compounded DHEA and testosterone prescriptions have improved my life. Without them, and my ability to adjust them to exactly to the right amount I need, I wouldn't be able to function correctly. I have to stress how important it is for me to be able to change up the dosing on my creams, and what that does for my energy, libido, and mental clarity. Don't take my compounded BHRT away.
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04.13.2021
Erin M.
California Newport Beach

“Waking up drenched in my own sweat at two in the morning and...”

Waking up drenched in my own sweat at two in the morning and having to get up and dry my hair as it was so wet did not make for peaceful sleep or a good day. Going through menopause in my forties with small children was hard enough but if I didn't get the HRT not only would my quality of life be affected, but the quality of my husband and four children's lives as well.
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Story Image sandra M.

“Bioidentical hormones, which can be compounded in any dosage...”

Story Image Tracie H.

“When traditional doctors failed me, I found a functional med...”

Story Image Kari D.

“I can sleep, have libido now, and am not exhausted...”

Story Image Tangi T.

“The pellets have been life changing in so many ways. They ha...”

Story Image Catherine H.

“The compounded hormone therapy has caused me to be able to l...”

Story Image Elizabeth P.

“I was struggling greatly with anxiety, inability sleep and d...”

Story Image Rosemary I.

“I love the intimacy my husband and I are able to have. I am ...”

Story Image arlene N.

“I have been taking cBHT since I was in my early 50's. I am n...”

Story Image carolyne shapiro S.

“Best thing I could have ever done- I waited a long time to b...”

Story Image Kathleen M.

“My mental, emotional and physical health have all been impro...”

Story Image darryl swann S.

“I am not the one taking the hormones- my wife is. I saw how ...”

Story Image Gail B.

“Compounded bioidentical hormones transformed my life. I trie...”

Story Image Veronica N.

“It has made me feel like myself again. Without bioidentials ...”

Story Image maryam S.

“I have been on cBHT since I was 49 years old. I have adrenal...”

Story Image Theresa S.

“My overall health is so much better. I have more energy and ...”

Story Image al S.

“Prescription hormones made me ill and were unstable in my ca...”

Story Image Deborah A.

“It resolved sleep and anxiety issues allowing me to function...”

Story Image Constance Lilly Kittredge 7.

“This cream is extremely helpful to me....”

Story Image Mayank S.

“I can't begin to express the amount that my compounded DHEA ...”

Story Image Erin M.

“Waking up drenched in my own sweat at two in the morning and...”

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04.13.2021
sandra M.
Colorado Colorado Springs

“Bioidentical hormones, which can be compounded in any dosage...”

Bioidentical hormones, which can be compounded in any dosage, have been critical to me living a normal symptom-free life. I was having many health issues dealing with low hormones as I approached menopause. All the typical symptoms resulted in lack of sleep and lack of energy/focus. I considered quitting my job because it was so hard to focus. But bioidentical hormones saved my job and my livelihood. I could not use the pharmaceutical hormones because they don't work the same and actually caused MORE symptoms. Having the choice of compounded bioidentical hormones has resulted in me giving back to society. To believe that one size fits all is completely naive, and dangerous. Every person is unique, and this fact must be respected. Please keep compounded bioidentical hormones available to everyone who wants and needs them.
Image
04.13.2021
Tracie H.
Colorado Breckenridge

“When traditional doctors failed me, I found a functional med...”

When traditional doctors failed me, I found a functional medicine doctor that prescribed medication via a compounding pharmacy and it made all of the difference in the world. I never thought I'd feel healthy again until I got on the right track with my functional medicine doctor. The medications that were prescribed through the compounding pharmacy were crucial in helping me feel like myself again.
Image
04.13.2021
Kari D.
Colorado Castle Rock

“I can sleep, have libido now, and am not exhausted...”

I can sleep, have libido now, and am not exhausted
Image
04.13.2021
Tangi T.
Colorado Littleton

“The pellets have been life changing in so many ways. They ha...”

The pellets have been life changing in so many ways. They have helped with my osteoperosis, hot flashes, mood swings, anxiety and depression.
Image
04.13.2021
Catherine H.
Colorado Beulah

“The compounded hormone therapy has caused me to be able to l...”

The compounded hormone therapy has caused me to be able to live my life without the perpetual menopausal effects, which some females never get over, AND it dramatically reduced the occurrences of my urinary tract infections. Without this compounded hormone therapy, I might not have survived due to constant UTI's that I suffered. The compounded therapy is a sublingual tablet which is so convenient, and I thank the doctor who prescribed it for me years ago.
Image
04.13.2021
Elizabeth P.
Colorado WOODLAND PARK

“I was struggling greatly with anxiety, inability sleep and d...”

I was struggling greatly with anxiety, inability sleep and depression when my NP ran lab work which validated her suspicion. My hormones were tanking and I was officially in the perimenopause phase, and am now in menopause. The compounded hormones have helped me attain better sleep, energy and have leveled out my intense emotional up and downs, which has helped my relationships personally and with work.
Image
04.13.2021
Rosemary I.
Colorado Colorado Springs

“I love the intimacy my husband and I are able to have. I am ...”

I love the intimacy my husband and I are able to have. I am 73 and he is 63. It's easy for me to exercise, work and be active. My muscle tone and skin, hair, etc. look great. People who do not know me think I am in my 50's. What more can I say? I am on the lowest dosage possible and it's wonderful. I can adjust how much I take because tablets can be broken. My hormone levels always look good for my annual exams.
Image
04.13.2021
arlene N.
California los angeles

“I have been taking cBHT since I was in my early 50's. I am n...”

I have been taking cBHT since I was in my early 50's. I am now 68 years old. The form of cBHT that I take, and have always taken, is The Wiley Protocol. It is a system of putting estradiol cream on one arm every day and progesterone cream on the other arm over a two week period, in varying sequencing throughout the menstrual cycle or lunar month. When I first started the cBHT, I was having hot flashes about every 30 minutes. When I say "hot flashes", I mean I would become soaking wet with sweat. I also had severe dry eye syndrome that I was taking two prescription medications for, plus over the counter eye drops, and had two plugs put into my tear ducts to try to retain moisture in my eyes. I also had very low libido and sex was painful, even using lubricant and the skin in my vagina often felt "ripped" or irritated after intercourse. Within a couple of weeks on the BHT, my hot flashes disappeared, never to return again. Three months after I started the BHT, one of my eyes started watering badly. When I went to the eye doctor, she said that it was because I had the plug in my tear duct and the other one had fallen out. She asked if I had recently started taking hormones. I said yes, and she told me that as my estrogen was now normalized, my body was now secreting a good amount of fluids to my eyes. She removed the plug, I stopped taking the medications and have never had dry eyes again. The fluid in my vaginal area also improved as well as my libido, and at age 68, my husband and I continue to have an active sex life. Please continue to support cBHT. My personal health and wellbeing depend on your support. Feel free to contact me. I would be happy to testify.
Image
04.13.2021
carolyne shapiro S.
California sherman oaks

“Best thing I could have ever done- I waited a long time to b...”

Best thing I could have ever done- I waited a long time to be able to take hormones and now I have been on them for two years. I have my life back and the people who love me have me back. Thank you! Taking away our hormones will be horrible for many women!
Image
04.13.2021
Kathleen M.
California Newbury Park

“My mental, emotional and physical health have all been impro...”

My mental, emotional and physical health have all been improved by compounded bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. I am far more engaged in my family and community life because I am not depressed. I no longer have hot flashes, emotional meltdowns, or catch every cold or flu that is circulating in my area. cBHRT has given me my life back.
Image
04.13.2021
darryl swann S.
California sherman oaks

“I am not the one taking the hormones- my wife is. I saw how ...”

I am not the one taking the hormones- my wife is. I saw how horrific the quality of her life was without hormones and was completely powerless to help her! When she met Dr. Daved Rosensweet, he referred her to a great physician who knows cBHRT well. I saw her come back to life and I am most grateful. Never do I want to see her have to suffer as she did again. Compounded BHRT for her is her lifeline daily. We trust her physician implicitly, we know she is safe in taking what she does take- the difference is night and day. If these hormones are taken away she will go back to how she was and that will be an absolute nightmare for her and for everyone who loves her. I believe there are hundreds of thousands of women who feel the same way as do their husbands. Thank you.
Image
04.13.2021
Gail B.
California Playa Del Rey

“Compounded bioidentical hormones transformed my life. I trie...”

Compounded bioidentical hormones transformed my life. I tried ALL of the synthetics and never achieved the quality of life I am experiencing. Testosterone pellets specifically returned me to my vibrant self.
Image
04.13.2021
Veronica N.
California Culver City

“It has made me feel like myself again. Without bioidentials ...”

It has made me feel like myself again. Without bioidentials I feel miserable, hot ,fatigued, and like my body is out of control.
Image
04.13.2021
maryam S.
California arcadia

“I have been on cBHT since I was 49 years old. I have adrenal...”

I have been on cBHT since I was 49 years old. I have adrenal fatigue, CFS, and fibromyalgia; this treatment has been life changing for me. I am HIGHLY SENSITIVE to all medications and prescribed hormones that were FDA approved. (I tried EVEYTHING from my doctor and had severe adverse side effects). I have tried everything to alleviate insomnia and adrenal fatigue symptoms. This cBHT treatment is the only thing my body has responded to 100 percent with NO SIDE EFFECTS. With fibromyalgia, this disease makes me have adverse side effects to medications and FDA approved hormones. With fibromyalgia, alternative hormonal treatment is the ONLY thing that gives me deep restorative sleep as well as improve my overall quality of life.
Image
04.13.2021
Theresa S.
California Los Gatos

“My overall health is so much better. I have more energy and ...”

My overall health is so much better. I have more energy and feel I got my life back after starting hormone replacement. I don't know what I would do without it!
Image
04.13.2021
al S.
California san diego

“Prescription hormones made me ill and were unstable in my ca...”

Prescription hormones made me ill and were unstable in my care. I suffered from mood swings, weight gain, hair loss and other symptoms. It required a compounding pharmacy and the proper adjustments for my personal care.
Image
04.13.2021
Deborah A.
California Mckinleyville

“It resolved sleep and anxiety issues allowing me to function...”

It resolved sleep and anxiety issues allowing me to function normally again. I feel that it has helped me to remain physically active and maintain better overall health. I have a significant family history of breast cancer so needed a different formulation than conventional hormones can give. I continue to take cBHT because I feel much better with it than without it.
Image
04.13.2021
Constance Lilly Kittredge 7.
California La Mesa

“This cream is extremely helpful to me....”

This cream is extremely helpful to me.
Image
04.13.2021
Mayank S.
California San Diego

“I can't begin to express the amount that my compounded DHEA ...”

I can't begin to express the amount that my compounded DHEA and testosterone prescriptions have improved my life. Without them, and my ability to adjust them to exactly to the right amount I need, I wouldn't be able to function correctly. I have to stress how important it is for me to be able to change up the dosing on my creams, and what that does for my energy, libido, and mental clarity. Don't take my compounded BHRT away.
Image
04.13.2021
Erin M.
California Newport Beach

“Waking up drenched in my own sweat at two in the morning and...”

Waking up drenched in my own sweat at two in the morning and having to get up and dry my hair as it was so wet did not make for peaceful sleep or a good day. Going through menopause in my forties with small children was hard enough but if I didn't get the HRT not only would my quality of life be affected, but the quality of my husband and four children's lives as well.
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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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