Question 1

What is in the pellet?

Accepted Answer

BioTE pellets are made from plant-derived compounds (soy or yam) that are purified into estradiol or testosterone.

They do not contain soy allergens.
Stearic acid is used as a binding agent, and allergic reactions to it are extremely rare.

Question 2

How long have pellets been around?

Accepted Answer

Pellet therapy has been used since 1939 and was originally developed for women after hysterectomies.
It is widely used in Europe and Australia and is one of the most studied forms of hormone replacement therapy.

Question 3

Why haven’t I heard much about bio-identical HRT?

Accepted Answer

Bio-identical HRT was widely used until synthetic hormones like Premarin were introduced in the 1940s.
Because bio-identical hormones cannot be patented, they receive less promotion from pharmaceutical companies.
There is strong research supporting pellet therapy for heart, bone, brain, and breast health.

You can explore studies on the BioTE website under “Support” → “Studies.”

Question 4

Are pellets FDA approved?

Accepted Answer

The hormones used (estradiol and testosterone) are FDA approved.
While the pellet itself is not specifically FDA approved, it is manufactured in FDA-regulated 503B facilities, ensuring strict quality and safety standards.

Question 5

How are BioTE pellets different from other pellets?

Accepted Answer

BioTE pellets are independently tested for quality and consistency.
They are sterilized using advanced e-beam technology and produced with very low variation:
~3% variance for testosterone
~5% variance for estrogen

Question 6

What does the program involve?

Accepted Answer

The program includes:
Healthy eating
Regular exercise
Recommended supplements
Your treatment plan is personalized based on lab results and your health assessment.

Additional hormones (like thyroid or progesterone) may be included if needed.

Question 7

What are the side effects of hormone therapy?

Accepted Answer

Less than 2% of patients experience true side effects.
Some temporary symptoms may occur during the adjustment phase.

For women:
Fluid retention (temporary)
Breast tenderness
Irregular bleeding (should always be evaluated)
Sleepiness (often from progesterone timing)
Acne or hair changes (can be managed)

For men:
Mild fluid retention
Acne
Increased hair growth
Possible testicular shrinkage and reduced sperm count

FAQ's

Frequently asked questions

What is in the pellet?

How long have pellets been around?

Why haven’t I heard much about bio-identical HRT?

Are pellets FDA approved?

How are BioTE pellets different from other pellets?

What does the program involve?

What are the side effects of hormone therapy?

Charlottesville Office
Provider: Susie Chung

195 Riverbend Drive, Suite 6
Charlottesville, VA 22911

YZA Health

yzahealth.com

Phone: 434-484-2276

Our In-Office Partners

FAQ's

Frequently asked questions

What is in the pellet?

How long have pellets been around?

Why haven’t I heard much about bio-identical HRT?

Are pellets FDA approved?

How are BioTE pellets different from other pellets?

What does the program involve?

What are the side effects of hormone therapy?

Charlottesville Office Provider: Susie Chung

​

195 Riverbend Drive, Suite 6 Charlottesville, VA 22911

​YZA Health

yzahealth.com

Phone: 434-484-2276

​​

Our In-Office Partners

Charlottesville Office
Provider: Susie Chung

195 Riverbend Drive, Suite 6
Charlottesville, VA 22911

YZA Health