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.
Debra H.
06.11.2021
“I had a full hysterectomy, including ovaries at 43 years.”
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Michele N.
06.11.2021
“This therapy has greatly reduced my hot flashes, mood swings...”
Theresa Y.
06.11.2021
“My quality of life has improved greatly!”
Sherri S.
06.11.2021
“cBHT has helped me control hot flashes...”
Cody S.
06.11.2021
“Hormone therapy has certainly helped my attitude...”
Kelly B.
06.11.2021
“I have been helped so much by being on replacement therapy...”
Kelcey S.
06.11.2021
“I suffered and my relationships suffered...”
Judith M.
06.11.2021
“I am fortunate to have as my primary care physician a woman ...”
Debbie H.
06.11.2021
“I had to go off my cBHT for a few weeks...”
Judith B.
06.11.2021
“I am seriously allergic to commercial hormone...”
Sharon P.
06.11.2021
“I AM VERY PLEASE WITH MY HORMONE REPLACEMENT...”
Mary J N.
06.11.2021
“I have a very sensitive system as well as a lot of allergies...”
Jo E.
06.11.2021
“Before cBHT, I was in a state of horrible mood swings...”
Kathy C.
06.11.2021
“My quality of life as well as my husband...greatly improved.”
Jacqueline V.
06.11.2021
“I started using cBHT when I was in my 40's...”
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06.11.2021
Debra H.
Arizona Mesa“I had a full hysterectomy, including ovaries at 43 years.”
I had a full hysterectomy, including ovaries at 43 years. It put me into menopause immediately. At the time I lived in Washington state. My surgeon prescribed me the manufactured hormones in the form of a patch. I had a terrible experience with that as I was allergic and it would leave red blotches all over my body. It also did not work, I was depressed, tired and irritable. I still had hot flashes and lost all sexual drive. I went years like that, miserable. Then I moved to Arizona and was told about the Medical spas here and the bio hormones in the form of pellets. I decided to try it as I was desperate for anything to help me. A few weeks after I received the pellets I started to notice a change. I had energy and I literally felt the darkness lift. 6 months later I felt like I was 30 again. I cannot imagine life without my pellets. I feel great, have energy, my sex drive is normal and I am able to live my life without fatigue, hot flashes and misery. Why would anyone want to take that away from women like me? I am outraged that the FDA is even considering this.
06.11.2021
Sandra S.
Indiana Bloomington“Vaginally, I feel healthier.”
Vaginally, I feel healthier. The compounded hormone also seems to help with my pelvic floor muscles and incontinence.
06.11.2021
Jane S.
Florida Eustis“I no longer have painful sex.”
I no longer have painful sex. No amount of lube helped prior
06.11.2021
Michele N.
South Dakota Parker“This therapy has greatly reduced my hot flashes, mood swings...”
This therapy has greatly reduced my hot flashes, mood swings and helped with skin issues.
06.11.2021
Theresa Y.
Virginia Oakton“My quality of life has improved greatly!”
Using compounded bio-identical hormone therapy has made me able to not have the continual effects of menopause, including hot flashes, poor sleep, mood swings, etc. My quality of life has been improved greatly! And by having the ability to compound precisely what MY body needs has been invaluable.
06.11.2021
Sherri S.
Illinois Tiskilwa“cBHT has helped me control hot flashes...”
cBHT has helped me control hot flashes, my anxiety and my weight. I have been using them for 7 years in the troche form and I rely on them for quality of life as my work is physical on our farm.
06.11.2021
Cody S.
Florida Mount Dora“Hormone therapy has certainly helped my attitude...”
Hormone therapy has certainly helped my attitude and sex life!
06.11.2021
Kelly B.
Ohio Berea“I have been helped so much by being on replacement therapy...”
I have been helped so much by being on replacement therapy, has helped my state of mind, feeling healthy and free from hot flashes
06.11.2021
Kelcey S.
South Dakota Sioux Falls“I suffered and my relationships suffered...”
I suffered and my relationships suffered because of the severe hormonal imbalance I had for 20 years. This prescription has changed my mood, my relationships, and my quality of life. The cream is made FOR me, for me needs, and fresh when I need it. I would have severe mental issues if I don't need have it.
06.11.2021
Judith M.
Virginia LEESBURG“I am fortunate to have as my primary care physician a woman ...”
I am fortunate to have as my primary care physician a woman who is exceptionally knowledgeable about the aging process in women and has educated herself about prescribing natural supplements to replace drugs typically routinely prescribed by specialists. In addition, she introduced me to bio-identical HRT 20 years ago, I have never felt better. I am now going on 79, my weight is ideal, my sleep habits enviable, my energy level above-par, and I'm happy. Whenever I ask her if I should stop taken them, her response is always to stay on them. I get annual blood work done and am excited and fortunate to be able to say everything is normal.
If bio-identical HRT is ultimately banned, I worry that the health and happiness of all the women currently taken this now will decline significantly.
06.11.2021
Debbie H.
Virginia haymarket“I had to go off my cBHT for a few weeks...”
I had to go off my cBHT for a few weeks (for bloodwork) and was miserable. I couldn't wait to get back on my estrogen patch, testosterone creme and Progesterone pill. They have changed my life! I'm 57 and had terrible menopause symptoms.
06.11.2021
Judith B.
Nevada Gardnerville“I am seriously allergic to commercial hormone...”
I am seriously allergic to commercial hormone replacement therapy. I have been extremely happy with the compounding of c-progesterone with no side effects.
06.11.2021
Lori D.
Missouri Kansas City“I have hypothyroidism...”
I have hypothyroidism and have my thyroid medicine compounded. I found out that I am allergic to traditional over the counter prescription thyroid pills as I get severe leg cramps that are debilitating and extremely painful with them. My compounded prescription meds have to be hypoallergenic which I cannot get through traditional prescriptions. Thyroid meds have affected the functioning of my heart, moisture levels in my body, sleeping patterns, bowel movements, memory and brain functions, and my overall mood and emotional outlook on life in a very positive way. My body and life are significantly better since we changed to compounded meds and dialed in on the correct dosage, of which doesn't come in OTC form even if I could take them.
06.11.2021
Sharon P.
Colorado Monument“I AM VERY PLEASE WITH MY HORMONE REPLACEMENT...”
I AM VERY PLEASE WITH MY HORMONE REPLACEMENT I enjoy comfortable days and nights while I'm on HRT. Without it, I'm miserable with side effects of menopause.
06.11.2021
Mary J N.
Texas Austin“I have a very sensitive system as well as a lot of allergies...”
I have a very sensitive system as well as a lot of allergies and bioidentical HRT has enabled me to address hormonal imbalances with compounded products that have no allergens or various chemicals that would upset my system.
06.11.2021
Jo E.
Nevada Sparks“Before cBHT, I was in a state of horrible mood swings...”
Before begining cBHT, I was in a state of horrible mood swings, sleeplessness, night sweats and fogginess. My family didn't even want to be around me. When I first started on Hormone Therapy, I used a non-compounded dose regimen. This did not work for me. Upon starting the compounded therapy, I found my situation to begin to reverse and I felt normal again as well, my family could see a big difference. It was helpful that because my HT was compounded, I could make adjustments to my doses as I was able to tell if I was getting to much or to little and made adjustments accordingly, until I got to where I had my dose perfect. Without my HT being compounded I would not have been able to make the adjustments necessary to even my hormones and stabilize my symptoms. Thank you.
06.11.2021
Natalie B.
Ohio Strongsville“Definitely for the better!”
Definitely for the better! Use to get side effects from prescription drugs from regular pharmacy (Depression, Weight Gain, No energy) and since I have been on compounding medications, it has helped tremendously...lost the weight, have more energy and no depression! I can't live without my compounding medication!
06.11.2021
Kathy C.
Missouri Kansas City“My quality of life as well as my husband...greatly improved.”
Due to medical issues, I had a complete hysterectomy at the age of 26. I was then given a one size fits all hormone pill. I began having debilitating migraine headaches that prevented me from living my life. I suffered with these headaches for a number of years. I tried different forms of hormone replacement but never received the relief I so desperately wanted from the headaches. My husband did research as well, and learned of compounding formulas. Since I had received the hysterectomy at such a young age it was ridiculous to think that a pill would replace my normal hormone levels. I met with my doctor and the compounding pharmacist and it was decided I would try a compounded troche. After a month of using the troches, my headaches lessened and were less intense. I am happy to report that I rarely have headaches now and enjoy a healthy life without having to use pain medications. My quality of life as well as my husband and families quality of life greatly improved. I am most thankful that we found the compounding pharmacy and the compounded troches.
06.11.2021
Jacqueline V.
Ohio Ashtabula“I started using cBHT when I was in my 40's...”
I started using cBHT when I was in my 40's for PMS and menstrual discomfort. I continued using it through menopause and still use it currently. I never had any menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes that my friends always complained about. It was as if I never went through menopause. I don't know what I would have done without it. I am 70 years old now and hope to be on it the rest of my life. It makes me feel great!!
06.11.2021
Nina N.
Texas Austin“I could not take full strength hormone...”
All my life, I've been sensitive to how fluctuations in Estrogen affected me. I could not take hormonal birth control because it was either too much or too little. When I got hormone receptive breast cancer, had my ovaries removed my body revolted. I could not take full strength hormone for risk of the cancer returning and because it would be too strong (I was on it briefly). Without compounding, finding the right dose for me is not an option.
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06.11.2021
Debra H.
Arizona Mesa“I had a full hysterectomy, including ovaries at 43 years.”
I had a full hysterectomy, including ovaries at 43 years. It put me into menopause immediately. At the time I lived in Washington state. My surgeon prescribed me the manufactured hormones in the form of a patch. I had a terrible experience with that as I was allergic and it would leave red blotches all over my body. It also did not work, I was depressed, tired and irritable. I still had hot flashes and lost all sexual drive. I went years like that, miserable. Then I moved to Arizona and was told about the Medical spas here and the bio hormones in the form of pellets. I decided to try it as I was desperate for anything to help me. A few weeks after I received the pellets I started to notice a change. I had energy and I literally felt the darkness lift. 6 months later I felt like I was 30 again. I cannot imagine life without my pellets. I feel great, have energy, my sex drive is normal and I am able to live my life without fatigue, hot flashes and misery. Why would anyone want to take that away from women like me? I am outraged that the FDA is even considering this.
06.11.2021
Sandra S.
Indiana Bloomington“Vaginally, I feel healthier.”
Vaginally, I feel healthier. The compounded hormone also seems to help with my pelvic floor muscles and incontinence.
06.11.2021
Jane S.
Florida Eustis“I no longer have painful sex.”
I no longer have painful sex. No amount of lube helped prior
06.11.2021
Michele N.
South Dakota Parker“This therapy has greatly reduced my hot flashes, mood swings...”
This therapy has greatly reduced my hot flashes, mood swings and helped with skin issues.
06.11.2021
Theresa Y.
Virginia Oakton“My quality of life has improved greatly!”
Using compounded bio-identical hormone therapy has made me able to not have the continual effects of menopause, including hot flashes, poor sleep, mood swings, etc. My quality of life has been improved greatly! And by having the ability to compound precisely what MY body needs has been invaluable.
06.11.2021
Sherri S.
Illinois Tiskilwa“cBHT has helped me control hot flashes...”
cBHT has helped me control hot flashes, my anxiety and my weight. I have been using them for 7 years in the troche form and I rely on them for quality of life as my work is physical on our farm.
06.11.2021
Cody S.
Florida Mount Dora“Hormone therapy has certainly helped my attitude...”
Hormone therapy has certainly helped my attitude and sex life!
06.11.2021
Kelly B.
Ohio Berea“I have been helped so much by being on replacement therapy...”
I have been helped so much by being on replacement therapy, has helped my state of mind, feeling healthy and free from hot flashes
06.11.2021
Kelcey S.
South Dakota Sioux Falls“I suffered and my relationships suffered...”
I suffered and my relationships suffered because of the severe hormonal imbalance I had for 20 years. This prescription has changed my mood, my relationships, and my quality of life. The cream is made FOR me, for me needs, and fresh when I need it. I would have severe mental issues if I don't need have it.
06.11.2021
Judith M.
Virginia LEESBURG“I am fortunate to have as my primary care physician a woman ...”
I am fortunate to have as my primary care physician a woman who is exceptionally knowledgeable about the aging process in women and has educated herself about prescribing natural supplements to replace drugs typically routinely prescribed by specialists. In addition, she introduced me to bio-identical HRT 20 years ago, I have never felt better. I am now going on 79, my weight is ideal, my sleep habits enviable, my energy level above-par, and I'm happy. Whenever I ask her if I should stop taken them, her response is always to stay on them. I get annual blood work done and am excited and fortunate to be able to say everything is normal.
If bio-identical HRT is ultimately banned, I worry that the health and happiness of all the women currently taken this now will decline significantly.
06.11.2021
Debbie H.
Virginia haymarket“I had to go off my cBHT for a few weeks...”
I had to go off my cBHT for a few weeks (for bloodwork) and was miserable. I couldn't wait to get back on my estrogen patch, testosterone creme and Progesterone pill. They have changed my life! I'm 57 and had terrible menopause symptoms.
06.11.2021
Judith B.
Nevada Gardnerville“I am seriously allergic to commercial hormone...”
I am seriously allergic to commercial hormone replacement therapy. I have been extremely happy with the compounding of c-progesterone with no side effects.
06.11.2021
Lori D.
Missouri Kansas City“I have hypothyroidism...”
I have hypothyroidism and have my thyroid medicine compounded. I found out that I am allergic to traditional over the counter prescription thyroid pills as I get severe leg cramps that are debilitating and extremely painful with them. My compounded prescription meds have to be hypoallergenic which I cannot get through traditional prescriptions. Thyroid meds have affected the functioning of my heart, moisture levels in my body, sleeping patterns, bowel movements, memory and brain functions, and my overall mood and emotional outlook on life in a very positive way. My body and life are significantly better since we changed to compounded meds and dialed in on the correct dosage, of which doesn't come in OTC form even if I could take them.
06.11.2021
Sharon P.
Colorado Monument“I AM VERY PLEASE WITH MY HORMONE REPLACEMENT...”
I AM VERY PLEASE WITH MY HORMONE REPLACEMENT I enjoy comfortable days and nights while I'm on HRT. Without it, I'm miserable with side effects of menopause.
06.11.2021
Mary J N.
Texas Austin“I have a very sensitive system as well as a lot of allergies...”
I have a very sensitive system as well as a lot of allergies and bioidentical HRT has enabled me to address hormonal imbalances with compounded products that have no allergens or various chemicals that would upset my system.
06.11.2021
Jo E.
Nevada Sparks“Before cBHT, I was in a state of horrible mood swings...”
Before begining cBHT, I was in a state of horrible mood swings, sleeplessness, night sweats and fogginess. My family didn't even want to be around me. When I first started on Hormone Therapy, I used a non-compounded dose regimen. This did not work for me. Upon starting the compounded therapy, I found my situation to begin to reverse and I felt normal again as well, my family could see a big difference. It was helpful that because my HT was compounded, I could make adjustments to my doses as I was able to tell if I was getting to much or to little and made adjustments accordingly, until I got to where I had my dose perfect. Without my HT being compounded I would not have been able to make the adjustments necessary to even my hormones and stabilize my symptoms. Thank you.
06.11.2021
Natalie B.
Ohio Strongsville“Definitely for the better!”
Definitely for the better! Use to get side effects from prescription drugs from regular pharmacy (Depression, Weight Gain, No energy) and since I have been on compounding medications, it has helped tremendously...lost the weight, have more energy and no depression! I can't live without my compounding medication!
06.11.2021
Kathy C.
Missouri Kansas City“My quality of life as well as my husband...greatly improved.”
Due to medical issues, I had a complete hysterectomy at the age of 26. I was then given a one size fits all hormone pill. I began having debilitating migraine headaches that prevented me from living my life. I suffered with these headaches for a number of years. I tried different forms of hormone replacement but never received the relief I so desperately wanted from the headaches. My husband did research as well, and learned of compounding formulas. Since I had received the hysterectomy at such a young age it was ridiculous to think that a pill would replace my normal hormone levels. I met with my doctor and the compounding pharmacist and it was decided I would try a compounded troche. After a month of using the troches, my headaches lessened and were less intense. I am happy to report that I rarely have headaches now and enjoy a healthy life without having to use pain medications. My quality of life as well as my husband and families quality of life greatly improved. I am most thankful that we found the compounding pharmacy and the compounded troches.
06.11.2021
Jacqueline V.
Ohio Ashtabula“I started using cBHT when I was in my 40's...”
I started using cBHT when I was in my 40's for PMS and menstrual discomfort. I continued using it through menopause and still use it currently. I never had any menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes that my friends always complained about. It was as if I never went through menopause. I don't know what I would have done without it. I am 70 years old now and hope to be on it the rest of my life. It makes me feel great!!
06.11.2021
Nina N.
Texas Austin“I could not take full strength hormone...”
All my life, I've been sensitive to how fluctuations in Estrogen affected me. I could not take hormonal birth control because it was either too much or too little. When I got hormone receptive breast cancer, had my ovaries removed my body revolted. I could not take full strength hormone for risk of the cancer returning and because it would be too strong (I was on it briefly). Without compounding, finding the right dose for me is not an option.
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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