What Is FDA-Approved HRT — and Why Does It Matter?

When it comes to hormone therapy, not all options are the same — and the terms can be confusing.

At Ovella Health, we prescribe FDA-approved hormone therapy, also known as bioidentical HRT — not compounded or unregulated hormones. Here’s why that distinction matters for your health.

What Is FDA-Approved HRT?

FDA-approved hormone therapy refers to medications that:

• Are produced by major pharmaceutical manufacturers

• Have been tested for safety, consistency, and dosage

• Are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration

These include:

• Estradiol (the same estrogen your body makes), available in patch, pill, gel, or vaginal form

• Micronized progesterone, a plant-derived version of natural progesterone

These are what we use at Ovella Health — because they’re bioidentical, effective, and evidence-based.

What About Compounded Hormones?

Compounded hormones are mixed in specialty pharmacies — they aren’t FDA-regulated, and the dosages can vary from batch to batch.

We understand some women have used these in the past, but research shows they may carry increased risks due to inconsistent dosing and lack of oversight.

Why We Choose FDA-Approved

• Safer, consistent dosing

• Clear research backing

• Covered by many insurance plans

• Easier to monitor and adjust

You deserve hormone therapy that’s backed by science and built around your needs — not guesswork.

Questions about your current hormones — or wondering where to start?
Book a free discovery call and Dr. Kelly Baxter and Dr. Kelsey Sherman will talk through your options with clarity and care.