Compounded Bioidentical Hormone Therapy (CBHT)

About

Compounded bioidentical hormone therapy involves custom-prepared hormone formulations made by specialized pharmacies. While individual hormone components may be FDA-approved, specific compounded formulations are not FDA-approved and lack the same regulatory oversight as commercial products.

Efficacy

Limited data from randomized controlled trials compared to FDA-approved products; efficacy and safety profiles less well-established

Targets Symptoms