Perimenopausal Symptoms Questions

How long does it take for Vagifem to dissolve?

Does Bijuva contain bio-identical hormones?

What exactly are bio-identical hormones?

Effexor - What can you do about the weight gain?

I have been taking Effexor now for two months. I have just increased to 150 mg a day. This drug is amazing! I started on it for perimenopausal symptoms like insomnia and Mood swings. I feel great now! I hardly ever cry now, and sleep pretty well. (Took about a month for that to get better). My main... read more

Loestrin fe for perimenopause symptoms?

I am on day 8 of Loestrin fe(I began a week after my last period) and so far I've gotten mad hot flashes!. I am going on 49 years old in a month. I have multiple sclerosis and have noticed my symptoms worsen when my hormone levels drop. Is anyone taking this pill for perimenopausal symptoms?... read more

Can headaches be a side effect of progesterone?

Now takiing: Biest/Progesterone (BiPr) 25mg, 1 tablet, 2x/day, for night sweats & hot flashes. Dr.was saying too little progesterone in my system and too much estrogen. I was previously taking Effexor, .375mg, for several months but stopped taking last week (also for Sweats)... and began BiPr.... read more

How long can I take Progesterone?

I am a 51 year old woman who has suffered with heavy, heavy bleeding due to fibroids. My choice was not to have a hysterectomy just didn't want surgery, and then entering into menopause wanted nature to take its course. Prescribed Otho took for several months no help. 2 shots over a two month... read more

How long does it take to start working - Contrave?

I am on day 10, I have yo-yo’d the same 3lb. As per my usual habit, so I am frustrated & thinking this is not going to work for me. I have noted dry mouth & occasional nausea. Controls appetite fairly well. I am perimenopausal & I eat fairly healthy & workout 5 days a week. I... read more

Lamictal - Ototoxic medication or clonidine?

Can anyone tell me if Lamictal can cause hearing/ problems? I started clonidine and Lamictal at the same time and my ears keep plugging and unplugging and I don’t know why. I already have tinnitus but this is different and I am going crazy.