Hormone Replacement Therapy

Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy

As we age, many people experience changes in hormone production that can affect overall health and quality of life. For both men and women these shifts may lead to changes in mood, energy, and libido. Bio-identical hormone replacement therapy helps restore a more balanced hormone profile and can reduce symptoms associated with hormone decline.

In women this natural decline is commonly known as menopause; in men it may be referred to as andropause. When appropriate, supplemental hormones can be prescribed to replace naturally occurring hormones such as testosterone, progesterone, estradiol, estriol, estrone, dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), and pregnenolone. Westlab Pharmacy compounds individualized, bio-identical regimens tailored to the needs of each patient.

The advantage of bio-identical hormones lies in their molecular likeness to the body's own hormones—this close match helps reduce the risk of side effects that can occur with non-bio-identical preparations. When used under proper medical supervision, bio- identical hormone replacement therapy can support long-term health by helping to reduce risks associated with hormonal imbalances.