Bijuva and Hot Flashes: What Users Say

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 17, 2022

For Menopausal Disorders "I went through full-on menopause at age 44 and was absolutely miserable (severe hot flashes, sweating, mood swings, brain fog, etc., not to mention potential uterus and osteoporosis dangers), so my doctor prescribed Duavee, which I loved. Then Pfizer stopped making it (?!?), so we decided to try Bijuva. Right away I noted stomach bloating but decided to stick it out for 2 months. It helped, but my vanity wanted slim jeans! So I went off. Well, the hot flashes kicked in right away in 2 days. Back to walking around with a fan, icing my neck, sweat dripping down my face and back in meetings. Not sleeping. Being irritable toward my family. After 2 months of that hell, I went back on Bijuva. Within 2 days I was back to calm, no sweat, no flashes, sleeping well, got a promotion, family time is pleasurable. I have resigned to going up a pant size (bra and tops are the same) & trying to be healthy with eating and exercise. I am also diligent about yearly exams and blood work. Hope this helps."

• SM-...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 12, 2020

For Perimenopausal Symptoms "I am 54 years old. I started peri-menopause. I had severe hot flashes every hour for 1-2 minutes, no sleeping, migraine, brain fog, irritated, no appetite. I was miserable. I was recommended evening primrose, Estrovera. I would take them for 6 weeks and I was still suffering, they did not work! Because of the hot flashes during sleep, I got body aches, charley horse from stretching my legs. My OB-GYN recommended Bijuva, and in 4-5 days, the hot flashes stopped and I was able to sleep through the night. I do feel tired sometimes. This medicine has helped 99% better!"

• Sle...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 19, 2021

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I have been on Bijuva for 2 years. I decided on HRT because I couldn't take the hot flashes, mood swings, and brain fog any longer! I literally thought I was going crazy. I'm 48 and dealt with perimenopause effects for 10+ years. At 45, I was told I was postmenopausal. I started with meds from a compounding pharmacy. It worked for a while and stopped. The progesterone pearls kept me wide awake at night. Anyway, Bijuva has been a lifesaver for me. I still cramp and feel bloated, but all the other things are gone. I recently noticed a little weight gain, which is huge to me. I will be looking further into things. Good luck to all in this journey."

• Ang...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 24, 2021

For Perimenopausal Symptoms "I’m in my 5th month. Back pain is so bad. I’m seeing my doctor to make sure my kidneys are okay. It started lower, and now it’s middle back and sides. Going in for X-rays. I do feel better with no hot flashes, but I need to find out why my back is hurting all the time. I’m not losing or gaining weight. I feel like I look better, though. It’s a toss-up to quit or stick with it. No doctors know about this medication. I did get blood work done, and my vitamin D was super low, so I’m on a prescription dose. Going back in a couple of weeks to check levels."

• Anonymous
• September 10, 2020

For Menopausal Disorders "I have been taking Bijuva for four months now and starting to put things together on how I feel. It did help with the hot flashes, and in the beginning, I was sleeping through the night, but that has now stopped, so I have been overtired. I have put on weight. I am having daily nausea. I swear my memory is off, and today I went to the doctor since I have a small hernia, and he said he's concerned for my gallbladder, which is one of the worst side effects. I am stopping immediately."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 15, 2021

For Menopausal Disorders "I have been on this medication for 3 months, and I am still having headaches, hot flashes, and weakness. I don’t know if I should continue it. If anyone experiences these symptoms, were they gone after you stayed on for a while?"