The use of Bioidentical estrogen refers to
the use of three main types of estrogens: Estrone (E1),
Estradiol (E2), and Estriol (E3). Combinations of three main
types of estrogens are customized by your compounding
pharmacists to adress each woman’s particular needs.
Bioidentical estrogen will also give protective benefits that
were provided by your natural hormones.
Estrogen replacement therapy using bioidentical estrogen has
been shown to have positive cardiovascular effect on
postmenopausal women. Estrodiol reduces myocardial infarction by
reducing oxygen demand by the heart through decreasing
peripheral vascular resistance. Studies have also found that it
has positive effects on lipid profile. When Estradiol was given
orally or transdermally, LDL (‘bad cholesterol) was decreased
and HDL (‘good cholesterol’) was increased. Estradiol has a
positive effect on bone mineral density in oral and transdermal
dosage forms. This can reduce bone loss, thus decreasing the
risk of osteoporosis. Estradiol also can have positive effect on
skin aging, lowering blood pressure, and controlling blood sugar
level in patients with non-insulin dependent diabetes (Type 2
DM).
