Hormone Therapy
Hormones influence many functions throughout the body and can change with age, life stage, health history, and other individual factors.
When a licensed healthcare provider determines that a customized hormone prescription is appropriate, Thesis Pharmacy prepares patient-specific compounded medications according to the prescription.
Explore hormone health resources for women and men, or learn more about how hormone compounding works.
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Understanding Hormone Health
Hormones help regulate functions related to metabolism, reproductive and sexual health, sleep, energy, thyroid function, and other areas of wellness.
Changes in hormone levels can occur throughout life. A licensed healthcare provider can evaluate symptoms, medical history, laboratory testing, and other factors to determine whether hormone therapy or another approach is appropriate.
Common Hormone Health Concerns
Perimenopause and menopause
Hot flashes and night sweats
Changes in sexual health or libido
Low testosterone
Thyroid hormone needs
Changes in energy, sleep, or mood
Other age- or life-stage-related hormonal changes
Women’s Hormone Health
Hormonal needs can change throughout a woman’s life, including during reproductive years, perimenopause, menopause, and beyond.
Thesis Pharmacy prepares patient-specific compounded prescriptions in a variety of strengths, combinations, and dosage forms according to prescriber direction.
Our Women’s Hormone Health resources provide more information about commonly prescribed hormones, compounded formulations, dosage forms, and women’s hormone health considerations.
Men’s Hormone Health
Hormone levels and medication needs can also change throughout a man’s adult life.
When a licensed healthcare provider determines that an individualized hormone prescription is appropriate, Thesis Pharmacy can prepare the prescribed strength and dosage form for the patient.
Visit our Men’s Hormone Health resources for more information about testosterone, compounded formulations, dosage forms, and men’s hormone health considerations.
Compounded Hormone Medications
Depending on the individual prescription, Thesis Pharmacy may prepare compounded medications containing hormones such as:
- Estradiol
- Estriol
- Progesterone
- Testosterone
- Thyroid hormones such as T3 and T4
- BiEst formulations
- DHEA-containing formulations
- More
Hormones may be prescribed individually or in certain combinations and prepared in different strengths and dosage forms.
Common Hormone Dosage Forms
Depending on the medication and prescription, compounded hormones may be prepared in forms such as:
- Topical preparations
- Capsules
- Troches or tablets
- Suppositories
- Other prescribed dosage forms
The prescribing healthcare provider determines the appropriate medication, strength, and dosage form for the individual patient.
Hormone Health Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Hormone Compounding?
Hormone compounding is the preparation of a hormone medication according to an individual patient’s prescription, including the prescribed strength, ingredients, and dosage form.
Do Compounded Hormone Medications Require a Prescription?
Yes. Compounded prescription medications require a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider for an individual patient.
What Hormones Can Be Compounded?
Depending on the prescription, compounded preparations may include hormones such as estradiol, estriol, progesterone, testosterone, thyroid hormones, and certain hormone combinations.
Where Can I Learn More About Hormone Health for Men or Women?
Thesis Pharmacy provides dedicated Men’s and Women’s Hormone Health resources with more detailed information about common concerns, medications, formulations, and dosage forms. Reach out to our pharmacy team with any questions.
