Program 02 · Optimization

Reclaim your strength, sleep, and drive.

Lab-confirmed hormone optimization for men 35+ with low testosterone or declining recovery. Provider-supervised testosterone replacement and growth-hormone-stimulating peptides — prescribed only when medically appropriate.

Hormone optimization

Treatment requires provider review and appropriate lab evaluation. Not everyone qualifies.

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From $149/moLab-confirmed eligibility
Rx
503A pharmacyLicensed, custom formulations
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Fast shipping$20 flat rate nationwide
No medication or program charge if not approved — labs are billed separately Pause or cancel anytime Free intake

Hormone therapy is prescribed only when clinically appropriate, following evaluation and lab review by a licensed provider. Not all patients qualify.

Personalized care

Built around your biology.

Your plan is based on symptoms, hormone levels, metabolic health, safety markers, fertility goals, and provider review — not symptoms alone.

Your symptomsEnergy, libido, recovery, strength, mood, sleep, and body composition.
Your biomarkersTestosterone, estradiol, CBC, lipids, A1c, thyroid, liver, kidney, IGF-1, and related markers.
Provider reviewA provider determines whether testosterone, sermorelin, labs first, or another pathway may be appropriate.
Choose your protocol

Two paths. One clinical review.

Compare clinically supervised options. Final treatment depends on symptoms, labs, safety profile, and provider review.

Compounded testosterone
Testosterone

Testosterone Optimization

Provider-supervised testosterone therapy for eligible men with symptoms and clinically appropriate lab findings.

Labs requiredBefore prescribing
Who it’s forMen with symptoms such as low energy, reduced libido, slower recovery, or strength changes plus appropriate hormone markers.
Why customDosing, monitoring, and adjustments are guided by symptoms, biomarkers, goals, and safety markers.
Check Eligibility$149/mo
Compounded sermorelin
Sermorelin

Sermorelin

A clinically supervised GH-axis support option that may support recovery, sleep quality, body composition, and healthy aging goals.

IGF-1 baselineRecommended
Who it’s forMen seeking recovery, sleep, and body composition support when appropriate after review.
Why customProtocol selection and dosing depend on health history, goals, contraindications, labs, and provider review.
Check Eligibility$269/mo

Compounded medications are not FDA-approved and require provider review. Testosterone and sermorelin are prescribed only when clinically appropriate.

Labs first

Start with the right labs.

Hormone optimization should be guided by symptoms and biomarkers together. The Men’s Optimization Panel helps evaluate testosterone, IGF-1, PSA, CBC, lipids, metabolic markers, thyroid, liver, kidney, and related safety markers before treatment decisions are made.

Order Men’s Optimization Panel · $170
Who may qualify

You may be a fit if…

  • You have symptoms such as low energy, reduced libido, slower recovery, or poor sleep.
  • Your labs show clinically relevant hormone or IGF-1 patterns.
  • You do not have contraindications or risk factors that require another path first.
  • A licensed provider determines treatment is appropriate after full intake and lab review.
Check Eligibility
How it works

A clear path from labs to plan.

1Complete intakeShare goals, symptoms, medications, medical history, and recent labs if available.
2Order labs if neededThe Men’s Optimization Panel includes testosterone, IGF-1, PSA, CBC, metabolic, thyroid, and safety markers.
3Provider reviewA licensed provider determines whether testosterone, sermorelin, labs first, or another pathway is appropriate.
4Ongoing monitoringFollow-up labs and dose adjustments help support safety, tolerability, and long-term fit.
Research + safety

Responsible hormone care requires monitoring.

Research suggests testosterone therapy may improve selected outcomes in appropriately diagnosed and monitored men, but benefits and risks vary by individual.

Fertility considerations Testosterone therapy can suppress fertility and may not be appropriate for men actively trying to conceive.
Blood count + PSA Monitoring may include hematocrit, PSA, lipids, estradiol, liver/kidney markers, and symptoms.
Sleep + cardiovascular context Sleep apnea, cardiovascular history, prostate history, and medications should be reviewed before treatment.
Questions

Hormone optimization Q/A.

Do I need lab work to qualify?

Yes. Hormone optimization requires lab confirmation of low testosterone before a provider can prescribe — typically two morning total testosterone draws (testosterone fluctuates throughout the day, and a single low reading isn't enough). Sermorelin candidates also need an IGF-1 baseline. If you don't have recent labs, the Men's Optimization Panel ($170) now includes IGF-1 plus PSA, lipids, metabolic panel, and full hormone profile. Lab costs are not included in the program fee — the panel is billed separately. Additional charges apply.

What if my labs are normal?

If your testosterone is in the normal range and you have no clinical symptoms, TRT is not indicated. You'll receive a free consultation, your $170 lab fee will not be refunded (the labs were performed), but you will not be charged for any medication or program fee. We do not prescribe testosterone to men with normal levels — that's not optimization, that's supraphysiological dosing, and it carries significantly higher risk.

Is this the same as the testosterone I'd get from my doctor?

The active ingredient is bioidentical testosterone — chemically identical to what your body produces. The difference is that compounded testosterone is prepared by a licensed 503A pharmacy on a per-prescription basis, which allows for custom dosing and delivery formats not available through standard branded products.

How long until I feel different?

Most men report improved energy and mental clarity within 3–6 weeks. Libido and cognitive effects are usually first. Body composition changes (lean muscle, fat loss) typically take 3–6 months. Sermorelin works on a slower timeline — most users notice sleep quality changes within 6–12 weeks, with body composition effects emerging at 3–6 months.

Can I use TRT and Sermorelin together?

Yes, in some cases. Combined protocols are used when both testosterone and growth hormone axes show suboptimal function. Your provider will recommend based on your full lab panel and goals. Combined therapy is generally priced as the sum of both individual programs.

What about fertility — will TRT make me infertile?

TRT suppresses your body's natural testosterone production, which significantly reduces sperm count in most men. If you may want biological children in the future, discuss fertility-preserving alternatives with your provider before starting — options include HCG (which preserves testicular function), enclomiphene (which raises testosterone without suppressing sperm), or sperm banking before therapy begins. This is a serious consideration for men under 40.

What happens if I stop TRT?

Your body may take 3–12 months to resume natural testosterone production after discontinuing TRT — sometimes longer. Symptoms typically return during this window. We taper carefully when patients choose to discontinue, and can prescribe restart protocols (HCG, clomiphene) to support recovery of natural production. This is a topic to discuss with your provider before starting therapy.

What's included in the monthly cost?

Provider consultations, prescription writing and dose adjustments, monthly fulfillment from a licensed 503A pharmacy, ongoing access to your provider for questions or side-effect management, and quarterly clinical reviews. Shipping is a separate add-on, billed per order ($20 flat rate nationwide). Lab costs are not included. Most TRT and Sermorelin candidates need the Men's Optimization Panel ($170, 69 biomarkers including IGF-1) before starting — additional charges apply.

What are the risks and side effects of testosterone therapy?

Testosterone therapy is a medical treatment with real risks, which is why it requires ongoing provider supervision and lab monitoring. The most common is an increase in red blood cell count (elevated hematocrit/polycythemia), which can thicken the blood and is the primary reason quarterly bloodwork is mandatory. Other potential effects include acne or oily skin, fluid retention, breast tenderness or enlargement, worsening of obstructive sleep apnea, mood or sleep changes, suppression of natural testosterone production, and reduced sperm production and fertility. Testosterone can also raise PSA and may worsen urinary symptoms in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), so prostate monitoring is part of care. The FDA notes a possible association between testosterone use and cardiovascular events; your provider will weigh your individual cardiovascular risk before and during treatment. This list is not exhaustive — discuss your full history with your provider, and report new or severe symptoms promptly.

Who should not use TRT? (Contraindications)

Testosterone therapy is not appropriate for everyone. It is generally contraindicated in men with active prostate cancer or male breast cancer, and is used with significant caution — or avoided — in men with untreated severe obstructive sleep apnea, uncontrolled heart failure, a recent cardiovascular event, an elevated hematocrit at baseline, or a known sensitivity to the formulation. Men who wish to preserve fertility or are actively trying to conceive should discuss alternatives, because TRT suppresses sperm production. A licensed provider determines eligibility individually based on your labs, symptoms, medical history, and current medications; not all applicants qualify.

Regulatory and safety information

Treatment options require provider review and may not be appropriate for everyone. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved. Hormone therapy requires appropriate lab evaluation, monitoring, and individualized risk assessment. Testosterone is not intended for athletic performance enhancement, anti-aging use in healthy men with normal testosterone, or treatment without clinical indication.

Ready to start with review?

Complete eligibility and we’ll help determine whether labs, testosterone, sermorelin, or another path is the right next step.

Check Eligibility Prefer labs first? Order Men’s Optimization Panel
From $149/mo
Lab-confirmed eligibility
503A Compounding Pharmacy
licensed, custom formulations
Fast shipping
$20 flat rate nationwide
Two therapies · One program

Choose your protocol.

Programs start at $149/mo. Includes provider consultation, prescription, fulfillment, and ongoing support. Quarterly lab work is billed separately.

Compounded testosterone
*Image is illustrative only.
Hormone replacement

Testosterone Replacement

Restores testosterone to optimal physiological range in men with clinically low levels confirmed by lab work.

Dosing Weekly injection
First results 3–6 weeks

Bioidentical testosterone replaces what your body is no longer producing. The most-prescribed hormone optimization therapy in the U.S., with decades of clinical use.

Provider-titrated dosing tailored to your lab values
Includes provider visits and ongoing dose adjustments
Self-administered weekly injection at home
Quarterly provider lab review (lab work billed separately)
Treatment plan
Final monthly cost depends on delivery format and dose, determined by the licensed provider. Includes provider visits, prescription, fulfillment, and quarterly review of your labs by your provider. Lab work itself is billed separately.
Compounded sermorelin
*Image is illustrative only.
GH-stimulating peptide

Sermorelin

Stimulates your pituitary to produce more of your own growth hormone — supporting recovery, sleep, and body composition.

Dosing Daily injection
First results 6–12 weeks

A growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) analog. Unlike direct GH replacement, sermorelin signals your body to produce its own GH at physiological pulses, preserving the natural feedback loop.

Stimulates natural GH production — no exogenous hormone
Supports sleep quality and recovery
May complement testosterone therapy
Includes provider visits (lab work billed separately)
Treatment plan
Final monthly cost depends on dose and protocol, determined by the licensed provider. Includes provider visits, prescription, fulfillment, and quarterly review of your labs by your provider. Lab work itself is billed separately.
About compounded medications. Prescription products require an online medical consultation with a licensed healthcare provider. Medications are prescribed only when medically appropriate and are fulfilled by licensed pharmacies. Compounded medications are not reviewed or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Pricing reflects medication only; required labs (Men's Optimization Panel, $170) are not included — additional charges apply.
Side by side

Different mechanisms, different goals.

 
Hormone replacement Testosterone
Mechanism
Replaces deficient testosterone directly
Primary outcome
Energy, libido, lean muscle, mood, recovery
Dosing
Weekly subcutaneous or intramuscular injection
First results
3–6 weeks
Lab requirements
Total & free testosterone, estradiol, hematocrit, PSA, lipids
Hormone replacement

Testosterone

Mechanism
Replaces deficient testosterone directly
Primary outcome
Energy, libido, lean muscle, mood, recovery
Dosing
Weekly subcutaneous or intramuscular injection
First results
3–6 weeks
Lab requirements
Total & free testosterone, estradiol, hematocrit, PSA, lipids

Therapies are sometimes used together when medically appropriate. The licensed provider will recommend the right approach based on your labs and goals.

Eligibility

Who qualifies.

Hormone optimization is a clinical therapy, not a lifestyle product. Eligibility is determined by lab values plus medical history. Most men 35+ with classic symptoms (fatigue, low drive, weight gain, poor sleep) qualify, but lab confirmation is required.

Not all patients qualify for hormone therapy. Treatment requires evaluation by a licensed provider and ongoing lab monitoring.

Check Your Eligibility

You likely qualify if

All three conditions must be met:

  • Total testosterone ≤250 ng/dL on two morning blood draws — OR ≤300 ng/dL with documented symptoms (fatigue, low libido, mood changes, reduced strength). Below age-appropriate optimization range may also qualify.
  • Symptoms consistent with low T — fatigue, low libido, mood changes, reduced strength, or poor recovery
  • No disqualifying conditions — active prostate or breast cancer, untreated severe sleep apnea, or recent cardiovascular event
Don't have recent labs? The intake includes guidance on ordering a Men's Optimization Panel ($170, 69 biomarkers including IGF-1) — see the next section. Final eligibility is determined by a licensed provider after reviewing your full intake and labs.
Lab work required

Don't have recent labs? Order them here.

Hormone optimization requires lab confirmation before a provider can write a prescription. The Men's Optimization Panel covers everything you need: total & free testosterone, estradiol, SHBG, DHEA-S, LH, FSH, IGF-1, PSA, and a comprehensive metabolic panel.

Honest about the risks

What you should know.

TRT is well-established but not risk-free. Here's what the research actually says about the most common concerns — directly, without softening.

Cardiovascular

Heart health: largely reassuring

The 2023 TRAVERSE trial (NEJM) followed 5,200+ men on TRT for a median of 22 months and found no significant increase in major cardiovascular events versus placebo. Earlier signals of harm were not confirmed. Hematocrit (red blood cell count) is monitored quarterly to manage the small risk of polycythemia.

Prostate

Prostate health: monitored, not feared

Modern evidence does not support the older concern that TRT causes prostate cancer in men with normal PSA at baseline. PSA is checked at intake and quarterly during therapy. Active prostate cancer is a disqualifying condition.

Strength & function

Strength & independence: clinically meaningful gains

The Bhasin et al. testosterone trials (NEJM, 2018) showed older men with low T who received TRT had measurable improvements in stair-climbing strength, leg-press power, and self-reported physical function versus placebo over 12 months. The benefit was consistent enough to translate to real-world activities of daily living — particularly relevant for men 50+ concerned about long-term independence.

Fertility

Fertility: TRT suppresses sperm production

This is the single most important concern for men under 40. TRT shuts down endogenous testosterone production, which reduces sperm count — usually significantly. If you may want children in the future, discuss fertility-preserving alternatives (HCG, enclomiphene, sperm banking) with your provider before starting.

From intake to injection

How it works.

No clinic visits. No insurance hassles. Three steps, fully provider-supervised.

1

Intake & lab work

Complete a 5-minute health questionnaire. Upload recent labs or order the Men's Optimization Panel ($170). Two morning blood draws are required to confirm low T.

~5 minutes + lab visit
2

Provider review & consult

A licensed provider reviews your intake and labs, conducts an async consult or video visit, and writes a prescription if you qualify. You'll never pay for a denied prescription.

3–7 days
3

First shipment & ongoing care

Medication ships from a licensed 503A pharmacy. Quarterly provider reviews of your labs, dose adjustments, and provider check-ins are included for as long as you stay on therapy. Lab work itself is billed separately.

3–5 days from approval
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Common questions

Questions worth asking.

Do I need lab work to qualify?
Yes. Hormone optimization requires lab confirmation of low testosterone before a provider can prescribe — typically two morning total testosterone draws (testosterone fluctuates throughout the day, and a single low reading isn't enough). Sermorelin candidates also need an IGF-1 baseline. If you don't have recent labs, the Men's Optimization Panel ($170) now includes IGF-1 plus PSA, lipids, metabolic panel, and full hormone profile. Lab costs are not included in the program fee — the panel is billed separately. Additional charges apply.
What if my labs are normal?
If your testosterone is in the normal range and you have no clinical symptoms, TRT is not indicated. You'll receive a free consultation, your $170 lab fee will not be refunded (the labs were performed), but you will not be charged for any medication or program fee. We do not prescribe testosterone to men with normal levels — that's not optimization, that's supraphysiological dosing, and it carries significantly higher risk.
Is this the same as the testosterone I'd get from my doctor?
The active ingredient is bioidentical testosterone — chemically identical to what your body produces. The difference is that compounded testosterone is prepared by a licensed 503A pharmacy on a per-prescription basis, which allows for custom dosing and delivery formats not available through standard branded products.
How long until I feel different?
Most men report improved energy and mental clarity within 3–6 weeks. Libido and cognitive effects are usually first. Body composition changes (lean muscle, fat loss) typically take 3–6 months. Sermorelin works on a slower timeline — most users notice sleep quality changes within 6–12 weeks, with body composition effects emerging at 3–6 months.
Can I use TRT and Sermorelin together?
Yes, in some cases. Combined protocols are used when both testosterone and growth hormone axes show suboptimal function. Your provider will recommend based on your full lab panel and goals. Combined therapy is generally priced as the sum of both individual programs.
What about fertility — will TRT make me infertile?
TRT suppresses your body's natural testosterone production, which significantly reduces sperm count in most men. If you may want biological children in the future, discuss fertility-preserving alternatives with your provider before starting — options include HCG (which preserves testicular function), enclomiphene (which raises testosterone without suppressing sperm), or sperm banking before therapy begins. This is a serious consideration for men under 40.
What happens if I stop TRT?
Your body may take 3–12 months to resume natural testosterone production after discontinuing TRT — sometimes longer. Symptoms typically return during this window. We taper carefully when patients choose to discontinue, and can prescribe restart protocols (HCG, clomiphene) to support recovery of natural production. This is a topic to discuss with your provider before starting therapy.
What's included in the monthly cost?
Provider consultations, prescription writing and dose adjustments, monthly fulfillment from a licensed 503A pharmacy, ongoing access to your provider for questions or side-effect management, and quarterly clinical reviews. Shipping is a separate add-on, billed per order ($20 flat rate nationwide). Lab costs are not included. Most TRT and Sermorelin candidates need the Men's Optimization Panel ($170, 69 biomarkers including IGF-1) before starting — additional charges apply.
What are the risks and side effects of testosterone therapy?
Testosterone therapy is a medical treatment with real risks, which is why it requires ongoing provider supervision and lab monitoring. The most common is an increase in red blood cell count (elevated hematocrit/polycythemia), which can thicken the blood and is the primary reason quarterly bloodwork is mandatory. Other potential effects include acne or oily skin, fluid retention, breast tenderness or enlargement, worsening of obstructive sleep apnea, mood or sleep changes, suppression of natural testosterone production, and reduced sperm production and fertility. Testosterone can also raise PSA and may worsen urinary symptoms in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), so prostate monitoring is part of care. The FDA notes a possible association between testosterone use and cardiovascular events; your provider will weigh your individual cardiovascular risk before and during treatment. This list is not exhaustive — discuss your full history with your provider, and report new or severe symptoms promptly.
Who should not use TRT? (Contraindications)
Testosterone therapy is not appropriate for everyone. It is generally contraindicated in men with active prostate cancer or male breast cancer, and is used with significant caution — or avoided — in men with untreated severe obstructive sleep apnea, uncontrolled heart failure, a recent cardiovascular event, an elevated hematocrit at baseline, or a known sensitivity to the formulation. Men who wish to preserve fertility or are actively trying to conceive should discuss alternatives, because TRT suppresses sperm production. A licensed provider determines eligibility individually based on your labs, symptoms, medical history, and current medications; not all applicants qualify.

The next 10 years start now.

Hormonal decline is gradual — but it compounds. Catching it early and treating it appropriately preserves muscle, mood, drive, and metabolic health into your 50s, 60s, and beyond. Start with a free longevity assessment, or check eligibility with a licensed provider.