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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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Debbie F.
06.14.2021
“During menopause I started having trouble sleeping”
David B.
06.11.2021
“Since childhood, my level of energy has always been low”
Loretta H.
06.11.2021
“Menopause gave me hot flashes, mood swings, inability to sleep”
Lisa J.
06.11.2021
“It keeps my hormones balanced and gives me quality of life.”
Eve U.
06.11.2021
“Before starting on HRT I was experiencing significant weight gain”
Maria A.
06.11.2021
“cBHT provides my thyroid with essential hormones”
Ruth K.
06.11.2021
“My hormone replacement therapy has lessened my bladder infections”
Sydney H.
06.11.2021
“I needed to get progesterone injections to help maintain my pregnancy”
Sara F.
06.11.2021
“cBHT was an essential game-changer for me!”
Arlys S.
06.11.2021
“I would not be taking HRT if it wasn't for them being compounded”
Julie Mehallo M.
06.11.2021
“I had previously used HRT via oral pharmaceutical route with ill effects”
Julia J.
06.11.2021
“Before cbht I would wake in the middle of the night...”
Greg W.
06.11.2021
“It gives me energy and helps to keep my body strong”
Jacqueline C.
06.11.2021
“Having a doctorate, naturally I did my own research when I f...”
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06.14.2021
Leslie C.
Utah Farmington“Finally an answer!!!”
After 25 years of suffering with anxiety and insomnia, I am mostly free of both. I don’t think I could ever go back to living without cht as my quality of life has improved so dramatically. If the government disallows its use, there will be millions of sick, depressed, anxious people in this country. If this therapy didn’t work, we wouldn’t be using it at a great expense to ourselves!
06.14.2021
Debbie F.
South Dakota Sioux Falls“During menopause I started having trouble sleeping”
During menopause I started having trouble sleeping . I would wake up during the night numerous times with hot flashes . I soon became very tired and irritable! I would also have hot flashes during the day when I was trying to work. I had to wait months before I could get into PA who could prescribe Biest cream. I felt like a new person. I could not believe the difference it made. I recently drove 9 hours to babysit my grandkids for 5 days. Unfortunately I forgot my prescription at home. I could not believe how irritable I was without it. I felt bad that I was not as patient with the children like I normally am. I cannot imagine not having access to my prescription that is formulated just for me. I have been on my current prescription for probably 5 years.
06.11.2021
David B.
New York Bronx“Since childhood, my level of energy has always been low”
Since childhood, my level of energy has always been low. Afternoon tiredness, difficulty concentrating and lack of focus. This continued into adulthood and also included inhibited libido. I tried many over-the-counter supplements but those are not regulated and not standardized. The first time my hormone levels were tested, my testosterone was 11. Not only did this put me on the path to improved health, it released a large burden and helped explain why my energy and libido were low for so many years. I began a regimen of various bio-identical hormones and my quality of life has improved significantly. I have more focus, more energy and normal libido. Every patient is different in their chemistry and physiology. Each of us, including those deciding this matter, would benefit from a specialized formula for all types of conditions that do not necessarily respond to traditional, dosage-regulated medications. When properly regulated and formulated by a specialist, compounded medications prepared by a pharmacist with expertise in this area, provide relief that cannot be found elsewhere.
06.11.2021
Julia J.
Florida Tangerine“Very happy, and more healthy”
Before cbht I would wake in the middle of the night, every night, soaking wet from night sweats. It was as if I had had a large glass of water poured over me. I would have to change to dry pajamas, and sleep on a towel. The night sweats stopped as soon as I started cbht. What a wonderful change for my life. I am also able to think more clearly. I don't feel like a scatter brain, and it keeps away the emotional ups and downs. I really like having a brain that functions properly. And, I also enjoy having a healthy sex life. I really, really don't want to lose that. And I don't think the man I live with wants me to either. I am very, very happy with the cbht in my life. Please ask the FDA to keep their hands off my hormones. Please ask them to not change the lives of millions of Americans who are very happy, and more healthy, physically, and mentally, due to cbht.
06.11.2021
Loretta H.
Nevada Dayton“Menopause gave me hot flashes, mood swings, inability to sleep”
Menopause gave me hot flashes, mood swings, inability to sleep, depression. Taking cBHT has caused a vast improvement in all of these areas.
06.11.2021
Lisa J.
Virginia Broadlands“It keeps my hormones balanced and gives me quality of life.”
It keeps my hormones balanced and gives me quality of life. I have better mood energy. Muscle mass is stronger with my exercise. This is helping pelvic floor issues that nothing else has helped. I have no ovaries and need the small daily dose my prescription cream provides.
06.11.2021
Debra W.
Maryland Mechanicsville“Natural Approach was best for me”
I discovered, years ago, that taking a more natural approach to my health care was most beneficial to my overall well-being. The compounded estrogen cream and Natural Thyroid medicines have made a big difference in my emotional health even during my most stressful and depressing times.
06.11.2021
Eve U.
Florida Eustis“Before starting on HRT I was experiencing significant weight gain”
Before starting on HRT I was experiencing significant weight gain going from 125 to 150 within a 6 month period after I got a hysterectomy. I have been a life time exerciser and still am and have a healthy eater. I'm also a certified health coach. Neither exercise of healthy eating was able to stop the weight gain. Eventually the frustration lead to emotional issues and marriage issues so I went to see an MD specializing in holistic medicine to check my hormones. My hormones were so out of balance with nearly zero estrogen and progesterone and very low testosterones. At first I tried natural products and over the counter products which didn't help. Once I started on the compounded hormones I started feeling like myself again emotionally and my quality of life improved significantly. I try to stay as natural as possible with food, supplements and medications so compounding is the best option for me. I stay on top of all my screenings as well and there has been no problems. At my age quality of life is everything.
06.11.2021
Maria A.
California Sausalito“cBHT provides my thyroid with essential hormones”
cBHT provides my thyroid with essential hormones which help my body function normally. I need cBHT for my health and wellbeing.
06.11.2021
Ruth K.
Ohio Salem“My hormone replacement therapy has lessened my bladder infections”
My hormone replacement therapy has lessened my bladder infections. At one point I stopped using the estrogen cream, and my bladder infections came back. Using the cream again, I am not having the infections.
06.11.2021
Jan B.
Oklahoma Tulsa“Following a full hysterectomy...”
Following a full hysterectomy, I had no success with conventional estrogen treatments. My GYN prescribed Estradiol drops, compounded. This was in 1992, and I am still using them today. Since 1992, I have had 2 bad falls and sustained no broken bones. Attending physicians said my bones were in remarkable shape, and attributed it to the Estradiol treatment. I am currently seeing an orthopedic surgeon for hip and low back issues. He tells me my hips are in remarkable shape for my age, 73 years old. Without my Estradiol, I have headaches and lack of energy. They are essential to my daily lifestyle. PLEASE do not take them away from me!
06.11.2021
Sydney H.
South Dakota Parker“I needed to get progesterone injections to help maintain my pregnancy”
I needed to get progesterone injections to help maintain my pregnancy and prevent preterm labor. Pharmacy Specialties in Sioux Falls, SD provided easy and quick access to high quality compounded progesterone and helped me sustain my pregnancy!!
06.11.2021
Sara F.
South Dakota SIOUX FALLS, SD“cBHT was an essential game-changer for me!”
I experienced perimenopausal symptoms that were negatively impacting my life and relationships. Thankfully my doctor prescribed compounded bioidentical hormones (cBHT), which was a lifesaver!
cBHT is an essential medical therapy for millions of women who suffer the debilitating effects of hormone imbalance. For these patients, compounded hormones aren't an alternative to manufactured hormones, they are the only available option.
I am so thankful for my prescribed cBHT!
cBHT is an essential medical therapy for millions of women who suffer the debilitating effects of hormone imbalance. For these patients, compounded hormones aren't an alternative to manufactured hormones, they are the only available option.
I am so thankful for my prescribed cBHT!
06.11.2021
Arlys S.
South Dakota Sioux Falls“I would not be taking HRT if it wasn't for them being compounded”
I would not be taking HRT if it wasn't for them being compounded. The Hormone Replacement therapies made by synthetic means are dangerous.
06.11.2021
Julie Mehallo M.
Ohio Medina“I had previously used HRT via oral pharmaceutical route with ill effects”
I had previously used HRT via oral pharmaceutical route with ill effects. I went to an integrative physician who prescribed the topical hormone as well as compounded thyroid replacement. Those interventions made a huge improvement in my overall health and well being. My daughter had a thyroidectomy and could not tolerate the synthetic thyroid hormone. She would not have made it without compounded thyroid and alternatives to pharmaceuticals. My husband is currently on a very specific compounded thyroid hormone and it has made a significant improvement over Synthroid. He has been on the compounded hormone for years and doing very well.
06.11.2021
Julia J.
Florida Tangerine“Before cbht I would wake in the middle of the night...”
Before cbht I would wake in the middle of the night, every night, soaking wet from night sweats. It was as if I had had a large glass of water poured over me. I would have to change to dry pajamas, and sleep on a towel. The night sweats stopped as soon as I started cbht. What a wonderful change for my life. I am also able to think more clearly. I don't feel like a scatter brain, and it keeps away the emotional ups and downs. I really like having a brain that functions properly. And, I also enjoy having a healthy sex life. I really, really don't want to lose that. And I don't think the man I live with wants me to either. I am very, very happy with the cbht in my life. Please ask the FDA to keep their hands off my hormones. Please ask them to not change the lives of millions of Americans who are very happy, and more healthy, physically, and mentally, due to cbht.
06.11.2021
Greg W.
Nevada Reno“It gives me energy and helps to keep my body strong”
It gives me energy and helps to keep my body strong. There was night and day difference once I started to take it.
06.11.2021
Kelsey S.
Michigan Mattawan“I have been on cBHT for about 15 years”
I have been on cBHT for about 15 years and plan to be on cBHT for the rest of my life. I had hot flashes so bad - I had them about every hour all day long and at night when I would role over or change positions I would have them. My mood is so much better says my husband. My bone density test improved while I have been on cBHT. I do hope the FDA would reconsider not restricting the use of compounded cBHT. I could go on but this I would hope would be enough to persuade FDA members to continue the use of cBHT. Sincerely, Kelsey Schill
06.11.2021
Jacqueline C.
Tennessee Memohis“Having a doctorate, naturally I did my own research when I f...”
Having a doctorate, naturally I did my own research when I first experienced menopause symptoms. I was managing 2 businesses, & raising a daughter with a learning disability. I had to perform at optimum capacity, & could not do that effectively when I was losing sleep & waking up drenched in sweat. I did not like the idea of taking a pharmaceutical drug with side effects. I began taking bio identical compounded hormones in my early fifties. I am now 68 & have had absolutely no side effects in over 15 years. I continue to take them for my bone strength, as I am a thin woman with a predisposition to osteo issues. Thank God for compounding pharmacists who can offer an alternative to pregnant mare urine derivatives!
06.11.2021
Michelle H.
Virginia Springfield“My entire family was impacted by the hormone imbalance...”
My entire family was impacted by the hormone imbalance I experienced during pre-menopause. The mood swings, anxiety and fatigue were ever-present and had altered the quality of life for everyone in the home. My ob/gyn prescribed birth control and anxiety medicine, which I started taking at age 49. After two years, though, they had not been effective in treating most of my symptoms. Now that I have been on cBHT for almost 2 years since going off of the pill, I feel like I am finally feeling "normal" and in control of my health. My family is grateful and I feel blessed to have learned about this life enhancing therapy. What a difference it has made for me mentally, physically and emotionally!
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06.14.2021
Leslie C.
Utah Farmington“Finally an answer!!!”
After 25 years of suffering with anxiety and insomnia, I am mostly free of both. I don’t think I could ever go back to living without cht as my quality of life has improved so dramatically. If the government disallows its use, there will be millions of sick, depressed, anxious people in this country. If this therapy didn’t work, we wouldn’t be using it at a great expense to ourselves!
06.14.2021
Debbie F.
South Dakota Sioux Falls“During menopause I started having trouble sleeping”
During menopause I started having trouble sleeping . I would wake up during the night numerous times with hot flashes . I soon became very tired and irritable! I would also have hot flashes during the day when I was trying to work. I had to wait months before I could get into PA who could prescribe Biest cream. I felt like a new person. I could not believe the difference it made. I recently drove 9 hours to babysit my grandkids for 5 days. Unfortunately I forgot my prescription at home. I could not believe how irritable I was without it. I felt bad that I was not as patient with the children like I normally am. I cannot imagine not having access to my prescription that is formulated just for me. I have been on my current prescription for probably 5 years.
06.11.2021
David B.
New York Bronx“Since childhood, my level of energy has always been low”
Since childhood, my level of energy has always been low. Afternoon tiredness, difficulty concentrating and lack of focus. This continued into adulthood and also included inhibited libido. I tried many over-the-counter supplements but those are not regulated and not standardized. The first time my hormone levels were tested, my testosterone was 11. Not only did this put me on the path to improved health, it released a large burden and helped explain why my energy and libido were low for so many years. I began a regimen of various bio-identical hormones and my quality of life has improved significantly. I have more focus, more energy and normal libido. Every patient is different in their chemistry and physiology. Each of us, including those deciding this matter, would benefit from a specialized formula for all types of conditions that do not necessarily respond to traditional, dosage-regulated medications. When properly regulated and formulated by a specialist, compounded medications prepared by a pharmacist with expertise in this area, provide relief that cannot be found elsewhere.
06.11.2021
Julia J.
Florida Tangerine“Very happy, and more healthy”
Before cbht I would wake in the middle of the night, every night, soaking wet from night sweats. It was as if I had had a large glass of water poured over me. I would have to change to dry pajamas, and sleep on a towel. The night sweats stopped as soon as I started cbht. What a wonderful change for my life. I am also able to think more clearly. I don't feel like a scatter brain, and it keeps away the emotional ups and downs. I really like having a brain that functions properly. And, I also enjoy having a healthy sex life. I really, really don't want to lose that. And I don't think the man I live with wants me to either. I am very, very happy with the cbht in my life. Please ask the FDA to keep their hands off my hormones. Please ask them to not change the lives of millions of Americans who are very happy, and more healthy, physically, and mentally, due to cbht.
06.11.2021
Loretta H.
Nevada Dayton“Menopause gave me hot flashes, mood swings, inability to sleep”
Menopause gave me hot flashes, mood swings, inability to sleep, depression. Taking cBHT has caused a vast improvement in all of these areas.
06.11.2021
Lisa J.
Virginia Broadlands“It keeps my hormones balanced and gives me quality of life.”
It keeps my hormones balanced and gives me quality of life. I have better mood energy. Muscle mass is stronger with my exercise. This is helping pelvic floor issues that nothing else has helped. I have no ovaries and need the small daily dose my prescription cream provides.
06.11.2021
Debra W.
Maryland Mechanicsville“Natural Approach was best for me”
I discovered, years ago, that taking a more natural approach to my health care was most beneficial to my overall well-being. The compounded estrogen cream and Natural Thyroid medicines have made a big difference in my emotional health even during my most stressful and depressing times.
06.11.2021
Eve U.
Florida Eustis“Before starting on HRT I was experiencing significant weight gain”
Before starting on HRT I was experiencing significant weight gain going from 125 to 150 within a 6 month period after I got a hysterectomy. I have been a life time exerciser and still am and have a healthy eater. I'm also a certified health coach. Neither exercise of healthy eating was able to stop the weight gain. Eventually the frustration lead to emotional issues and marriage issues so I went to see an MD specializing in holistic medicine to check my hormones. My hormones were so out of balance with nearly zero estrogen and progesterone and very low testosterones. At first I tried natural products and over the counter products which didn't help. Once I started on the compounded hormones I started feeling like myself again emotionally and my quality of life improved significantly. I try to stay as natural as possible with food, supplements and medications so compounding is the best option for me. I stay on top of all my screenings as well and there has been no problems. At my age quality of life is everything.
06.11.2021
Maria A.
California Sausalito“cBHT provides my thyroid with essential hormones”
cBHT provides my thyroid with essential hormones which help my body function normally. I need cBHT for my health and wellbeing.
06.11.2021
Ruth K.
Ohio Salem“My hormone replacement therapy has lessened my bladder infections”
My hormone replacement therapy has lessened my bladder infections. At one point I stopped using the estrogen cream, and my bladder infections came back. Using the cream again, I am not having the infections.
06.11.2021
Jan B.
Oklahoma Tulsa“Following a full hysterectomy...”
Following a full hysterectomy, I had no success with conventional estrogen treatments. My GYN prescribed Estradiol drops, compounded. This was in 1992, and I am still using them today. Since 1992, I have had 2 bad falls and sustained no broken bones. Attending physicians said my bones were in remarkable shape, and attributed it to the Estradiol treatment. I am currently seeing an orthopedic surgeon for hip and low back issues. He tells me my hips are in remarkable shape for my age, 73 years old. Without my Estradiol, I have headaches and lack of energy. They are essential to my daily lifestyle. PLEASE do not take them away from me!
06.11.2021
Sydney H.
South Dakota Parker“I needed to get progesterone injections to help maintain my pregnancy”
I needed to get progesterone injections to help maintain my pregnancy and prevent preterm labor. Pharmacy Specialties in Sioux Falls, SD provided easy and quick access to high quality compounded progesterone and helped me sustain my pregnancy!!
06.11.2021
Sara F.
South Dakota SIOUX FALLS, SD“cBHT was an essential game-changer for me!”
I experienced perimenopausal symptoms that were negatively impacting my life and relationships. Thankfully my doctor prescribed compounded bioidentical hormones (cBHT), which was a lifesaver!
cBHT is an essential medical therapy for millions of women who suffer the debilitating effects of hormone imbalance. For these patients, compounded hormones aren't an alternative to manufactured hormones, they are the only available option.
I am so thankful for my prescribed cBHT!
cBHT is an essential medical therapy for millions of women who suffer the debilitating effects of hormone imbalance. For these patients, compounded hormones aren't an alternative to manufactured hormones, they are the only available option.
I am so thankful for my prescribed cBHT!
06.11.2021
Arlys S.
South Dakota Sioux Falls“I would not be taking HRT if it wasn't for them being compounded”
I would not be taking HRT if it wasn't for them being compounded. The Hormone Replacement therapies made by synthetic means are dangerous.
06.11.2021
Julie Mehallo M.
Ohio Medina“I had previously used HRT via oral pharmaceutical route with ill effects”
I had previously used HRT via oral pharmaceutical route with ill effects. I went to an integrative physician who prescribed the topical hormone as well as compounded thyroid replacement. Those interventions made a huge improvement in my overall health and well being. My daughter had a thyroidectomy and could not tolerate the synthetic thyroid hormone. She would not have made it without compounded thyroid and alternatives to pharmaceuticals. My husband is currently on a very specific compounded thyroid hormone and it has made a significant improvement over Synthroid. He has been on the compounded hormone for years and doing very well.
06.11.2021
Julia J.
Florida Tangerine“Before cbht I would wake in the middle of the night...”
Before cbht I would wake in the middle of the night, every night, soaking wet from night sweats. It was as if I had had a large glass of water poured over me. I would have to change to dry pajamas, and sleep on a towel. The night sweats stopped as soon as I started cbht. What a wonderful change for my life. I am also able to think more clearly. I don't feel like a scatter brain, and it keeps away the emotional ups and downs. I really like having a brain that functions properly. And, I also enjoy having a healthy sex life. I really, really don't want to lose that. And I don't think the man I live with wants me to either. I am very, very happy with the cbht in my life. Please ask the FDA to keep their hands off my hormones. Please ask them to not change the lives of millions of Americans who are very happy, and more healthy, physically, and mentally, due to cbht.
06.11.2021
Greg W.
Nevada Reno“It gives me energy and helps to keep my body strong”
It gives me energy and helps to keep my body strong. There was night and day difference once I started to take it.
06.11.2021
Kelsey S.
Michigan Mattawan“I have been on cBHT for about 15 years”
I have been on cBHT for about 15 years and plan to be on cBHT for the rest of my life. I had hot flashes so bad - I had them about every hour all day long and at night when I would role over or change positions I would have them. My mood is so much better says my husband. My bone density test improved while I have been on cBHT. I do hope the FDA would reconsider not restricting the use of compounded cBHT. I could go on but this I would hope would be enough to persuade FDA members to continue the use of cBHT. Sincerely, Kelsey Schill
06.11.2021
Jacqueline C.
Tennessee Memohis“Having a doctorate, naturally I did my own research when I f...”
Having a doctorate, naturally I did my own research when I first experienced menopause symptoms. I was managing 2 businesses, & raising a daughter with a learning disability. I had to perform at optimum capacity, & could not do that effectively when I was losing sleep & waking up drenched in sweat. I did not like the idea of taking a pharmaceutical drug with side effects. I began taking bio identical compounded hormones in my early fifties. I am now 68 & have had absolutely no side effects in over 15 years. I continue to take them for my bone strength, as I am a thin woman with a predisposition to osteo issues. Thank God for compounding pharmacists who can offer an alternative to pregnant mare urine derivatives!
06.11.2021
Michelle H.
Virginia Springfield“My entire family was impacted by the hormone imbalance...”
My entire family was impacted by the hormone imbalance I experienced during pre-menopause. The mood swings, anxiety and fatigue were ever-present and had altered the quality of life for everyone in the home. My ob/gyn prescribed birth control and anxiety medicine, which I started taking at age 49. After two years, though, they had not been effective in treating most of my symptoms. Now that I have been on cBHT for almost 2 years since going off of the pill, I feel like I am finally feeling "normal" and in control of my health. My family is grateful and I feel blessed to have learned about this life enhancing therapy. What a difference it has made for me mentally, physically and emotionally!
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.
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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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