Hormone Pellet Therapy
Small compounded testosterone or estradiol pellets inserted under the skin release a steady dose over 3–5 months — convenient but with less dosing flexibility than other routes.
- Success rate
- N/A
- Avg cost (US)
- $300–$700/insertion
- Recovery
- 1–2 days
- US volume / yr
- ~500,000
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Adults on hormone replacement who want a no-daily-dose option and prefer a hands-off delivery method.
5-minute in-office procedure under local anesthesia. Small incision at the hip or buttock.
Return to normal activities in 1–2 days. No swimming or heavy exercise for a week.
$300–$600 per pellet insertion for women; $500–$900 for men; not typically covered by insurance.
Questions to ask your doctor
- What are my alternatives (patch, gel, injection)?
- How will you adjust dose if I have side effects?
- What is the extrusion or infection rate?
Frequently asked
Compounded pellets are not FDA-approved; they fall under compounding-pharmacy regulation.
It's hard to reverse once inserted — this is the trade-off for convenience.
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General information only — not medical advice. Always consult a qualified clinician for your specific situation.