What is Bioidentical hormones?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
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Bioidentical hormones are custom-mixed formulas containing various hormones that are chemically identical to those naturally made by the body. These prescription and over-the-counter products are marketed as being tailored to a woman's individual hormone needs.
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How do members experience Bioidentical hormones?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hormone replacement | 16 | 12 | |
| Hot flashes | 3 | 8 | |
| Decreased sex drive (libido) | 1 | 0 | |
| Fibromyalgia | 1 | 0 | |
| Hashimoto's thyroiditis | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hair growth | 2 | |
| Acne | 1 | |
| Insomnia | 1 | |
| Irritability | 1 | |
| Nausea | 1 | |
| Pain in breast | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 1 | |
| Mild | 7 | |
| None | 15 |
Member evaluations
TamiLynn
evaluated on Jan 08, 2011
- Perceived effectiveness for Hormone replacement: Slight
- Side effects: None
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