Menopause Articles A-Z

Menopause Relief

Symptoms of menopause can often be relieved through exercise, getting enough rest, and medication. This eMedTV article offers suggestions for relief of menopause symptoms, such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness, and also offers a tracking chart.

Menopause Symptoms

Aside from changes in a woman's period, menopause symptoms may include hot flashes and vaginal dryness. This eMedTV article discusses these and other possible signs or symptoms of menopause, such as mood changes, urinary problems, and night sweats.

Menopause Treatment

There are many ways of treating menopause symptoms, such as getting enough exercise and taking hormones. This eMedTV article discusses other treatment options and contains links to additional information.

Menopauze

During menopause, your period stops and your body makes less female hormones. This eMedTV resource further explains what happens during menopause and lists symptoms that may occur. Menopauze is a common misspelling of menopause.

Menopose

Women approaching menopause may experience changes in their period and hot flashes. This eMedTV Web page further defines "menopause" and explains how long symptoms typically last. Menopose is a common misspelling of menopause.

Menopouse

Menopause is a normal part of life in which you stop having your period. This page from the eMedTV archives describes some of the symptoms that you may experience as you approach menopause. Menopouse is a common misspelling of menopause.

Menopuase

A woman has reached menopause when she has had an absence of periods for at least 12 months. This eMedTV article describes some of the other changes that may occur with the body during this time. Menopuase is a common misspelling of menopause.

Menopuse

Menopause is the time in which your body makes natural changes and you stop having your period. This eMedTV resource explains when menopause may happen and what symptoms may occur leading up to it. Menopuse is a common misspelling of menopause.

Menostar

Menostar is a prescription estrogen medication used to prevent osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. This eMedTV segment describes how Menostar works, explains how to use the skin patch, and lists warnings to be aware of before starting treatment.

Menostar and Breastfeeding

It is generally recommended that breastfeeding women avoid using Menostar patches. This page from the eMedTV archives offers more information on Menostar and breastfeeding, and explains what problems may occur if a breastfeeding woman uses this drug.

Menostar and Pregnancy

There are no approved Menostar uses for pregnant women. This section of the eMedTV Web site provides a more in-depth look at Menostar and pregnancy, including information on why the drug is not recommended for pregnant women.

Menostar Dosage

For osteoporosis prevention, the standard Menostar dosage is one 14-mcg patch applied once a week. This eMedTV resource provides more Menostar dosing information and includes tips for how and where to apply the patch to the skin.

Menostar Drug Interactions

If medicines such as cyclosporine or barbiturates are taken with Menostar, drug interactions may occur. This eMedTV Web page lists other medications that may interact with Menostar and describes the potential effects of these drug interactions.

Menostar Overdose

A Menostar overdose is unlikely to cause serious problems, even in young children. This eMedTV resource describes the symptoms that may occur as a result of an overdose of Menostar and explains what steps would be taken to treat the overdose.

Menostar Patch Information

On this eMedTV Web page, the HRT patch Menostar is discussed. Information includes its dosing, uses, warnings, side effects, and drug interactions.

Menostar Side Effects

Common Menostar side effects include dizziness, constipation, and muscle pain. Besides common side effects, this eMedTV article also lists rare but serious side effects that require immediate medical attention, such as dementia or strokes.

Menostar Uses

Menostar is used for the prevention of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. This part of the eMedTV library explains how the drug works to prevent menopause-related bone changes and discusses possible off-label Menostar uses.

Menostar Warnings and Precautions

You should not use Menostar if you have liver disease. This eMedTV segment offers more information on who should not use Menostar. Warnings and precautions on what side effects may occur with the estrogen medication are also listed in this article.

Menpause

Menopause is the time when a woman menstruates less frequently and then stops having her period altogether. This eMedTV resource describes some of the other changes that occur during this time. Menpause is a common misspelling of menopause.

Natural Menopause Relief

As discussed in this eMedTV segment, acupuncture and herbal supplements (such as red clover) are some of the things women try when seeking natural relief of menopause symptoms. This article also looks at the use of dietary soy for menopause relief.

Ogen

Ogen is a prescription medication most commonly used for treating menopause symptoms. This eMedTV resource covers other uses of the drug and offers a more in-depth look at its effects, dosing information, and potential side effects.

Ogen Alternatives

Common Ogen (estropipate) alternatives include natural remedies, coping strategies, and other drugs. This eMedTV page explores these Ogen alternatives in more detail and includes a list of other hormone replacement medications that are available.

Ogen and Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding women are typically advised to avoid taking Ogen (estropipate). This eMedTV Web page includes more information on Ogen and breastfeeding, and discusses some of the potential dangers of using the drug while nursing.

Ogen and Pregnancy

There is currently no accepted medical reason for pregnant women to use Ogen (estropipate). This eMedTV article offers more information on Ogen and pregnancy, and further explains why this drug should not be used by pregnant women.

Ogen Dosage

For preventing osteoporosis, it is recommended to take your Ogen dosage cyclically (25 days on, 6 days off). This eMedTV segment provides Ogen dosing guidelines for osteoporosis prevention, menopause symptoms treatment, and estrogen replacement.

Ogen Drug Interactions

If you take cyclosporine, barbiturates, or certain antifungals with Ogen, drug interactions may occur. This eMedTV resource lists other medicines that may interact with Ogen and describes the potentially negative interactions that may occur.

Ogen HRT Information

This eMedTV Web page discusses the HRT medication Ogen. Information includes its possible side effects, warnings, drug interactions, dosing, and alternatives.

Ogen Overdose

An Ogen (estropipate) overdose may cause nausea, vomiting, and vaginal bleeding. This segment from the eMedTV Web site further describes the effects of an Ogen overdose and explains the treatment options that are available.

Ogen Side Effects

Potential side effects of Ogen include hair loss, fluid retention, and nausea. As this page from the eMedTV site explains, while most Ogen side effects are minor, some require immediate medical attention, such as blood clots, strokes, or dementia.

Ogen Uses

Ogen is primarily used for treating menopause symptoms, such as hot flashes or vaginal dryness. This eMedTV Web page also lists other approved Ogen uses, explains how the drug works for these conditions, and discusses possible off-label uses.

Ogen Warnings and Precautions

Before using Ogen, let your doctor know if you have endometriosis, asthma, or migraines. This eMedTV article lists other conditions your doctor must know about before you take Ogen. Warnings and precautions on who should avoid Ogen are also included.

Parmarin

Premarin is a drug used to treat menopausal symptoms and to prevent osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. This eMedTV page lists other Premarin uses and explains how and when to take the medicine. Parmarin is a common misspelling of Premarin.

Peri-Menopause

Perimenopause is the period of time leading up to menopause. This page on the eMedTV Web site explains when perimenopause may occur and describes what happens during this time period. Peri-menopause is a common misspelling of perimenopause.

Perimenapause

Perimenopause is the term used to describe the period of time leading up to menopause. This eMedTV segment lists symptoms of perimenopause and explores how long this period may last. Perimenapause is a common misspelling of perimenopause.