Enjuvia Alternatives (Cont.)

Natural Remedies as Enjuvia Alternatives

Many women choose to use natural remedies as alternatives to prescription medications for menopause treatment. These remedies include:
 
At this time, there is not enough scientific evidence to determine whether these therapies are beneficial. In addition, there is insufficient information available to prove whether these therapies are as safe or safer than the conventional drugs used for treating menopause symptoms.
 

Coping Strategies as Enjuvia Alternatives

Medications are not always the answer to all menopause symptoms. If you cannot take Enjuvia or other estrogen medications (or if you desire to avoid such medications), you may want to try other, non-drug ways to relieve the symptoms. For instance, there are a variety of vaginal lubricants and moisturizers currently available that can help provide relief from vaginal dryness and irritation. Some are even designed especially for menopausal women. Getting regular exercise and eating a healthy diet can also work wonders for some menopause symptoms.
 
(For more ideas on ways to cope with menopause symptoms, see Menopause Relief.)
 

Enjuvia Alternatives: A Summary

There are several alternatives to Enjuvia, including other medications, coping strategies, and natural remedies. Make sure to talk to your healthcare provider if Enjuvia is not working for you or if you are experiencing bothersome side effects. You may need to try one of the other menopause treatments.
 

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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