What is bio-identical hormone replacement?
Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (also called natural hormone replacement therapy) is the replacement of hormones that are normally produced by the body with hormones that are biologically identical in chemical structure and function. Only hormones which exactly match those produced by the body will have the same effects. Commercially available synthetic hormones, such as conjugated pregnant mare urine, do not produce the same desirable effects as the body’s own hormones, and may produce increased negative side effects and risks. Bio-identical hormone replacement is available in a variety of dosage forms including capsules, topical creams, vaginal creams, suppositories, injections, and more.
