What is the difference between bio-identical HRT and synthetic HRT?Updated 3 months ago
FDA-approved bio-identical hormones, also known as bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), are commercially manufactured by pharmaceutical companies following strict regulatory guidelines. They are manufactured as standardized medications with precise dosages and forms (meaning they do not allow for customization). This type of hormone therapy is only offered by prescription and is typically covered by insurance.
FDA-approved hormone products also undergo rigorous testing (often involving trials with large groups of patients) and are known to be consistent in terms of dosing and quality.
Synthetic hormones are made from chemical compounds. They do not have the same molecular structure as the original sex hormones in your body, so your body converts them into usable form.