Prempro Alternatives (Cont.)

Coping Strategies as Prempro Alternatives

Medications are not always the answer to menopause symptoms. If you cannot take Prempro or other estrogen medications (or if you desire to avoid such medications), you may want to try other, non-drug ways to deal with symptoms. For instance, a variety of vaginal lubricants and moisturizers are 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.)
 

Natural Remedies as Prempro Alternatives

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

Final Thoughts on Prempro Alternatives

Several alternatives to Prempro are available, including other medications, non-drug treatments, and natural remedies. Talk to your healthcare provider if Prempro is not working for you or if you are experiencing bothersome side effects. You may need to try one of the other menopause treatments discussed in this article.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;