Hormone Pellets: Why I Don’t Use Them in My Practice
- Jan 28
- 1 min read
Recently, several patients have asked if I offer pellets in my practice, and the answer is no. I also have patients who switched to my clinic after using pellets because they found the process overwhelming and expensive.
Here’s the deal: hormone pellets are a form of bioidentical hormone therapy, but so are the medications I prescribe. The difference? You don’t need to spend $700, $800, or even $1,000 every three months for effective, personalized bioidentical hormone treatments.
Another important point: if you don’t like how you feel on pellets or experience side effects, they can’t be removed. Once they’re in, you’re stuck waiting for the hormones to wear off, which can take months. The treatments I prescribe, on the other hand, can be adjusted the same day you let me know you’re having side effects. This flexibility allows us to fine-tune your care in real time to meet your needs.
Pellets also require frequent in-office procedures to insert them, adding unnecessary costs and hassle. While I understand that some women are very happy with their pellets (and I am happy for them!), there are equally effective and much more affordable options available that don’t require this level of maintenance.
At Dragonfly Menopause Care, I focus on creating accessible, tailored care that fits your life—without the high price tag or frequent visits.