Using the bioidentical hormone therapy (cBHT) has reduced my hot flashes to a manageable level, dramatically reduced my panic attacks and mood swings, and helped me to continue the exercise and meditation that allow me to stay healthy. I TRIED the regular HRT- it caused me to gain weight almost immediately, made my panic attacks WORSE, and was much less effective at managing the hot flashes. I am a calmer, healthier person when I use the cBHT. Please do not take the compounded therapies away.