Natural Over the Counter Menopause Treatments

When a woman stops menstruating, she will experience menopause. When menopause occurs, the amount of estrogen that is produced in a woman's body is dramatically decreased. This causes hot flashes, mood swings and night sweats. When looking for a way to treat menopause, some women turn to natural over the counter treatments.

Function

• Over the counter natural menopause treatments work by mimicking estrogen.

Types

• Products that contain phytoestrogens help alleviate some symptoms of menopause. Over the counter products that contain phytoestrogens include soy milk, tofu and black cohosh.

Effects

• Women who take natural over the counter treatments may find that some of the uncomfortable side effects of menopause such as hot flashes and night sweats lessen or diminish.

Considerations

• It has not been proven that natural over the counter treatments will help menopause. Some women may find relief from symptoms, but others may not.

Warning

• Natural over the counter treatments for menopause are not safe in all women. Before any treatment is started, a woman should see a doctor to discuss potential side effects.