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Do you need a prescription for bio identical hormones?
Bioidentical hormones are legal to prescribe and use in the US, although the FDA has not given its specific approval. The lack of FDA approval is because there are no official placebo-controlled studies to prove whether bioidentical hormones are safer than standard hormone replacement therapy.
How can I get bio identical hormones?
Some prescription forms of bioidentical hormones are premade by drug companies. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved certain types of bioidentical hormones. Other forms of bioidentical hormones are custom-made by a pharmacist based on a healthcare provider's prescription.
Can I buy body identical HRT?
Body identical HRT is available at this clinic. These products are unregulated by the Medicines Regulatory Agency and are unlicensed. They have not been subject to the same safety testing or quality control as the regulated HRT products in body identical HRT.
Does insurance pay for Biote?
If your healthcare provider prescribes BHRT, your insurance will likely cover the costs.
Who should not take bioidentical hormones?
HRT should not be used for long-term disease prevention in any age group, because there is concern about a slight increased risk of blood clots and stroke, especially as one ages and the longer they have been on the HRT. The bar is set very high for long-term use because of those potential risks.
At what age should you stop taking bioidentical hormones?
If you are healthy, most experts agree that HRT is safe to use at the lowest dose that helps for the shortest time needed. If you're 59 or older, or have been on hormones for 5 years, you should talk to your doctor about quitting.
Are bioidentical hormones the same as body identical hormones?
Bioidentical hormones are produced by compounding pharmacies. This means that the pharmacy is able to prepare custom doses and application methods to address the individual needs of a patient. Body identical hormones are produced by large pharmaceutical companies in regulated, set doses and application methods.
Is body identical HRT the same as bioidentical?
Digested: Body identical hormones are not the same as compounded bioidentical hormones. The NHS and the British Menopause Society do not recommend compounded bioidentical hormones as they are not regulated, there is no evidence they work, it's unclear if they are safe.
What is the difference between bio identical hormones and HRT?
Bioidentical hormones are different from those used in traditional hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in that they're identical chemically to those our bodies produce naturally and are made from plant estrogens. The hormones used in traditional HRT are made from the urine of pregnant horses and other synthetic hormones.
How much does BioTE pellets cost?
A monthly prescription for oral BHRT costs $130 to $240 per month. That's $1560 to $2440 a year. However, if you can get your insurance company to pay for BHRT pills (often times they will only pay for estrediol, not testosterone), the cost may go towards your deductible or prescription co-pays.
What are the side effects of BioTE pellets?
BioTE Pellet Hormone TherapyPhysical Exhaustion, lack of energy.Problems thinking or concentrating.Sweating – night sweats or increased sweating.Change is sexual desire, libido, painful intercourse.Vaginal dryness, burning.Hair loss, thinning or texture change.Weight gain despite diet and exercise.Dry, wrinkled skin.
Why would a woman need a testosterone pellet?
Sub-dermal testosterone has been used frequently in pre-menopausal women. Testosterone pellets have been shown to relieve migraine or menstrual headaches, improve PMS symptoms, relieve anxiety and depression, increase energy, improve restorative sleep, sex drive, and libido.
Bioidentical Hormone Therapy
Bioidentical hormones (BHRT) help improve the lives of both men and women. Hormones are used to prevent diseases of aging, such as cardiac disease, osteoporosis, and colon cancer. Hormones are also good for treating symptoms of aging such as fatigue, muscle loss, decreased libido, weight gain, depression, and generalized aches and pains.
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What is the difference between synthetic and bioidentical hormones?
What bioidentical and synthetic hormones have in common is that they’re both produced in a pharmaceutical laboratory using chemical substances. However, prescriptions for synthetic hormones typically alter the molecular structure of the chemical substances or use hormones commonly found in animals. Bioidentical hormones are exactly the same as human hormones in terms of molecular and cellular structure. Because of the bioidentical nature of these replacement hormones, your body absorbs them faster and you’re far less likely to experience any of the side effects associated with synthetic hormones.
What are the effects of hormone replacement therapy?
Having unbalanced hormone levels causes a host of issues, such as mood swings, low libido, and sleep disturbances. Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy balances the affected hormones, which in turn helps to improve your overall well-being. Some of the specific benefits of natural hormone replacement therapy in Denver include:
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Beat your menopause symptoms with help from doctors who prescribe bioidentical hormones in Denver CO
Because most PCPs are inexperienced in menopause treatment and are operating on outdated information about hormone therapy, they often tell women that they have no choice but to live with their symptoms.
Why Are Bioidentical Hormones so Important?
Bioidentical hormones are a key part of any safe treatment protocol because the body treats them just like its own natural hormones. Synthetic hormones, on the other hand, can increase risk factors for illness. The synthetic form of progesterone, progestin, is particularly dangerous as it has been linked to the development of cancers.
Evaluating Doctors Who Prescribe Bioidentical Hormones in Denver CO
Once you find doctors who prescribe bioidentical hormones in Denver CO, your work is only half done. You still need to verify that they will be using the hormones correctly. Therefore, you will want to check that any doctor you consider administers bioidentical hormones as part of a quality treatment protocol.
Hormone Therapy Does More than Relieve Your Symptoms
Discomfort from menopause symptoms like hot flashes, hair changes, and weight gain is definitely the primary motivating factor in seeking treatment from doctors who prescribe bioidentical hormones in Denver CO. In addition to providing fast relief from immediate symptoms, this treatment can also deliver important long-term health benefits.
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We invite any woman who wants the power to make her own menopause healthcare decisions to contact us now. We’ll be happy to pair you with one of our board-certified doctors who prescribe bioidentical hormones in Denver CO.
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Does Denver Hormone Health accept insurance?
Denver Hormone Health does not accept insurance. You may request an itemized charge slip with insurance codes and a letter of medical necessity to submit to your medical insurance company for out of network reimbursement. We cannot guarantee insurance reimbursement. In order to keep our pricing as low and as affordable as possible, we will not correspond with your insurance company. Payment is expected at time of service.
Is Pellet Therapy cheaper than testosterone?
Pellet therapy is cheaper in the long run, especially when you compare to the cost of testosterone creams, injections or pills. And you also won’t need to worry about the application of messy creams or weekly painful injections.
Where does BHRT come from?
BHRT utilizes hormones that are chemically identical to those already in your body. These natural hormones are not created in a lab, but come from plants and animals. Learn More.
What hormones are less efficient as we age?
As we age, our bodies become less efficient and hormone levels such as Testosterone, Estrogen, Thyroid, DHEA , Progesterone, Pregnenolone, Melatonin and Cortisol tend to drop or become imbalanced. Learn More.
Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)
For optimum health, the body’s hormones need to stay in balance. These chemical messengers are important when it comes to balancing everything from sleep to bodyweight to sexual desire. As we age, the delicate balance of hormone levels can get out of sync.
What is hormone replacement?
As we age, we produce fewer hormones than we did when we were in our prime. This can cause all sorts of problems, such as unwanted and unexplained weight gain, insomnia, mood swings, anxiety, decrease sexual performance, depression, osteoporosis, heart disease, diabetes, inability to maintain muscle mass, lack of focus, and more.
What are the benefits of bioidentical hormone therapy?
In addition to quite possibly working better than synthetic hormones and being tailored to your body’s needs, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy can give you your life back.
How does bioidentical hormone replacement therapy work?
If you’re interested in natural hormone replacement therapy, your first step is to see a medical provider who can provide bioidentical treatment. At Denver Physical Medicine, we can help you through the process. We will help you determine what hormones you are lacking and how much you might be missing.
How long after receiving a bioidentical hormone replacement therapy pellet before I notice a difference?
After insertion, women receiving estrogen may begin to feel better within 24-36 hours. Men receiving testosterone may need to wait 10-14 days before they begin to notice a difference. If you do not notice a difference, it is important to check in with your provider and make sure you have received the correct dosage.
What are the side effects of taking bio-identical hormone replacement therapy?
There is a very low rate of negative side effects from bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. The insertion itself can cause slight bruising, infection of the insertion site, and minor bleeding. Occasionally the pellet will come out and will need to be reinserted.
Are you ready?
If you would like to see if bio-identical hormone replacement therapy is right for you, give us a call. We will assess your symptoms and order some bloodwork. Once we have the results, we will order your hormones and schedule their insertion. We are one of the leading providers of hormone therapy in Denver.