What is Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy?

Bio-identical hormone replacement therapy means the chemical make-up of a particular replacement hormone is exactly the same as what the human body produces. The ideal natural substances for hormone replacement therapy are readily available. Unfortunately, many doctors are unaware of these bio-identical hormones.

Since natural or bio-identical hormones cannot be patented, manufacturers lack financial incentive to fund research and development costs to commercially market these substances, and physicians receive little information on natural progesterone, estriol, estradiol, estrone, and testosterone. Women are no longer willing to accept the risks associated with synthetic hormones and are searching for safer alternatives. New research is continually emerging. An estimated two million women are now benefiting from natural plant-derived bio-identical estrogens, progesterone and testosterone. Various dosage forms can be compounded to meet the specific needs of each woman. Options include:

• Transdermal gels
• Troches or suppositories - When applied to the skin the medication avoids first pass liver metabolism thus providing a more reliable serum and tissue level.
• Capsules containing micronized particles for enhanced oral absorption.
• Many unique formulations to meet each woman’s specific needs.

The Benefits of Bio-identical Hormones

• Osteoporosis
• Heart disease
• Endometriosis
• PMS
• Pre-menopausal symptoms
• Weight gain
• Low libido
• Fibrocystic breasts

Many women may experience these or other hormone-related problems.

Please contact one of our specially trained clinical pharmacists for more information on bio-identical hormone replacement.