Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy

Hormones are essential to healthy, vigorous and more youthful bodily function.

Natural hormones are derived from plant sources, usually soy or yam, and then modified to become chemically identical to human hormones so as to be able to “unlock” the body’s receptor sites. Because they are exactly what the human body produces, we refer to these hormones as biologically identical or “Bio-Identical” for short. These prescription-only hormones are then used to replace missing or depleted levels in the body.In order to look and feel your best, men and women must maintain a proper balance of the natural hormones including:

  • Estrogens
  • Progesterone
  • Testosterone
  • DHEA
  • Pregnenolone
  • Cortisol
  • Thyroid

Bio-identical hormones, naturally occurring in the human body, cannot be patented by drug companies and are supplied by a compounding pharmacy. A large number of studies suggest the balanced use of natural hormones help patients feel better and possibly lower the risk of heart disease, osteoporosis, and cancer. We offer Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy, or commonly know as BHRT.

Visit our clinic today to get started with an in-depth assessment including blood labs, so that we can get you started on an individualized BHRT program.  It is not a one-size-fits-all pill, patch, pellet, cream or injection, but a personalized plan with a customized compounded prescription just for you. We want you to have the optimal hormone balance for your unique body, age, and circumstances.

Benefits of BHRT Therapy for Women:

As a woman ages, her body produces lower amounts of hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. Hot flashes, sleeplessness, night sweats, vaginal dryness, mood swings, loss of libido, fatigue, foggy brain, and weight gain are all symptoms caused by declining hormone levels and resulting hormone imbalance. Experts believe hormones can offer protection from diseases such as osteoporosis, colorectal cancer and heart disease, because as hormone levels decline, there is a greater risk of developing these diseases.

With customized hormone therapy, hormones that a woman’s body is no longer producing can be replaced. We can order customized hormone therapy using hormones that are chemically identical to those naturally found in the body. This is important because natural hormones work in receptor sites like keys in a lock, opening the door to optimal health. Synthetic hormones and those derived from pregnant mares’ urine are not chemically identical to our natural hormones and are NOT the proper “keys to the lock”. These have been shown to increase the incidence of health risks and undesirable side effects.

To be most effective, we use our specialized software program to perform a complete evaluation of your signs, symptoms, medical history, and assessment of your current hormone levels. We will work with you to develop a customized hormone therapy in the most appropriate strength and dosage form. After using the hormones a few months, we will monitor your hormone levels and symptoms and make the appropriate adjustment to achieve optimum hormone balance and symptom relief. Customized hormone therapy has improved the quality of life for millions of women, ask us how we can help you.

Benefits of BHRT for Men:

After age 40, a man’s testosterone levels begin to slowly decline. Men with low testosterone have a condition often called “andropause” because testosterone is in a class of hormones known as androgens. Androgen deficiency is associated with many common medical conditions including metabolic syndrome, obesity, diabetes, hypertension and atherosclerosis; as well as elevations in triglycerides (TGs), total cholesterol (TC), and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C).

Low levels of testosterone are associated with specific signs and symptoms, including:

  • diminished sex drive and sense of vitality
  • erectile dysfunction
  • depression
  • anemia
  • heart disease or worsening cholesterol profile
  • reduced muscle mass
  • increased fat mass
  • frailty
  • osteoporosis

Testosterone levels are measured by blood tests. Hormone therapy is recommended for men with symptoms of low total testosterone levels or high estrogen levels. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) has relieved symptoms and improved the quality of life for many men.

Testosterone is most commonly administered in a transdermal cream or gel so adequate amounts of testosterone can be absorbed to mimic a man’s normal daily production. Testosterone can also be administered as an injection just under the skin or deep into the muscle. It is also available as a fast absorbing sublingual drop or a lozenge that dissolves in the mouth.

Compounded preparations can be very advantageous for patients. Topical (transdermal) hormones can be concentrated into small amounts of cream so the patient does not have to apply a large amount of gel. Special dispensing devices can make dosing easier and improve compliance, and compounded hormones can be more cost effective.

Disclaimer
In January 2008, the Food and Drug Administration ruled compounding pharmacists were making unsubstantiated claims as to the safety and efficacy of “Bio-Identical” hormone therapy. Therefore, we are required to state: “The Food and Drug Administration has not evaluated or substantiated the following information concerning the safety, efficacy, and use of so called Bio-Identical Hormones”. Much of the information provided must therefore be deemed our personal opinion or the opinion of nationally recognized experts in the field of “Bio-Identical” hormone therapy.
If you are interested in learning more about the reasons behind “required disclaimers” please visit the informational and interactive website of the International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists: www.iacprx.org.

For optimal results, it is vital that hormone replacement therapy be combined with adequate exercise, proper nutrition, and appropriate use of supplements. The knowledgeable staff will work with you to achieve the best quality of life as you age without a personal visit to our clinic!

 

 

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R. Joe Ybarra

3401 Padre Blvd.
South Padre Island, Texas
(956) 616-5225

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