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Re: estroven (natural) versus sarafem or wellbutrin

Posted by susan C on August 20, 2001, at 11:36:04

In reply to estroven (natural) versus sarafem or wellbutrin, posted by SusanM on August 16, 2001, at 23:13:41

I found natural estrogens/progesterones a good place to start, diet, life style, etc., Dr. Lee has good basic in formation and dr NOrthrup. Net searches of course result in a lot of information. It got to the point, where, for me, the PMS perimenopause menopause symptoms were not the root of my symptoms. Some people, like my sister, are helped a lot by over the counter experiemtns with black colosh, chasteberry etc. I encourage you to keep a good journal so you know what you started when and what happened. There is a relatively new study that has shown the 'natural progesterone/triestrogen' mix helps with hormonal mood. vs the Premara (made with progestin) For me, I have a triestrogen/progesterone (yam derived) mix compounded by a local pharmacy. I have worked with a naturopath and nurse practioner to come up with the right mix. to get rid of my hot flashes. No change in mood tho. Something else is going on. But at least I have eliminated the otc simple things first.

Susan C

> I don't want to start Sarafem or Wellbutrin SR for perimenopause type symptoms(anxiety,mood swings,insomnia with chills and diahhrea). I have read that herbs such as black cohosh and kava kava can help. Estroven includes these herbs also with Vitamins such as B6, calcium and others. Has anyone had any luck with natural versus meds? Also I am only 38 years old and really do not want to be on medicine for a long period of time. I tried Buspar for anxiety about a year ago but didn't like the spacey feeling about an hour after taking. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks.


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