Menopause

Menopause is something that happens to women. It is also called being in menopause. It is a natural period that basically occurs between the ages of 40 and 60. Nevertheless, women can suffer a lot from menopause. What exactly is menopause and more importantly, what can you do about it? We will provide a detailed answer to this in this blog.

What is menopause?

Menopause is a natural process in which the hormones look for a new balance. This also means that women have their last menstruation and are no longer fertile after menopause. This period occurs between the ages of 40 and 60 years old. The average age that women go through menopause is 51 years. How long menopause lasts varies from person to person. Men can also go through menopause, but then it is also called the penopause.

How do I recognize menopause?

Menopause is a period in which you have regular periods. Until the moment you no longer have your period. Menstruation may also be heavier or less heavy than normal. And also last shorter or longer than normal. These complaints are often accompanied by mood swings, sadness, anger and pain in the abdomen, back and head. Menopause also includes complaints such as thinner skin in the vagina and that it takes longer for the vagina to become moist. Heat attacks (hot flashes) are also a characteristic symptom of menopause.

Can I do something about menopause myself?

There is not much you can do about menopause, because it is a natural process that comes with aging. You can eat and drink healthily and exercise enough to stay fit. A better constitution ensures that the menopause becomes more bearable.

Can the pharmacist do anything for me?

You can buy pain relief such as paracetamol or ibuprofen at the pharmacist. This is purely to combat the pain symptoms that can arise during menopause. Physiotherapy or massage therapy are also sometimes solutions to ease the pain. The doctor may prescribe certain medications. For example, in case of heavy blood loss causing anemia or to lower blood pressure. You can pick up these prescribed medications at the pharmacy.

Which medications are used for menopause?

There is no pill that stops or prevents menopause. Additional complaints can be treated. Sometimes with medication. Consider medication for anemia if you have heavy blood loss, antidepressants for gloomy thoughts and hormones that bring the hormone level more into balance. In all cases, advice from the doctor is required and the doctor can also prescribe the necessary medications.

Can I buy medicines online?

Paracetamol and ibuprofen are available at drugstores and supermarkets. Also online. Prescription medication can only be obtained from your GP and must be collected from the pharmacy. These medications cannot be purchased online.

When should I call the doctor?

If you think you are in menopause, you can call your doctor. The complaints are listened to carefully and a treatment plan is drawn up if necessary. Which treatment plan suits you best varies from person to person. It is also a good idea to call your doctor if you have any questions or concerns about menopause. Your GP can reassure you and give you useful tips on how to deal with menopause.

Suitable menopause medications:

Evorel
Trisequens
Elleste Solo
Livial
Clinorette
Kliofem
Nuvelle Continuous
Kliovance
Utrogestan
Novofem
Prempak-C
Climesse
Elleste Duet
Evista

Zumenon
Estrogel
Estradot
Indivina
Sandrena
Progynova
Femoston