Menopause Is A Natural Part Of Life, But Different For Every Woman

Menopause

At Pharmacy 777 we understand how Menopause can affect all aspects of your life. Our Pharmacists are here to support you with managing symptoms working in collaboration with your health care team.

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While menopause affects all women, around 80% will experience uncomfortable symptoms.

Menopause experience is unique to every woman

Symptoms can include hot flushes, vaginal dryness, mood swings, aches and pains, crawling or itchy skin, sore breasts, bloating, irritability.

If your symptoms are affecting your daily life, please share the details with your healthcare professional so they can support you. Your Doctor or Pharmacist can provide advice to reduce the impact of symptoms you’re experiencing, help you understand the changes happening and also offer options for managing your symptoms and discomfort.

We understand sometimes your concerns are of a sensitive nature so we’ll always give you the opportunity to have a private consultation. Talk to your 777 Pharmacist today.

We’re caring for women, for life.

What is Menopause?

Most women reach menopause between 45-55 years (average age for Australian women is 51 years) and occurs when you have had no menstrual period for 12 months. It sometimes occurs earlier than expected as a result of cancer treatment, surgery or other unknown causes.

Oestrogen levels (the main sex hormone in women) vary in the time leading up to the final menstrual period (perimenopause) and is no longer produced by the ovaries at menopause.

The menopausal symptoms experienced are caused mainly by changes to both levels of oestrogen and also progesterone happening over months or years as menopause approaches.

There are many options available to help you manage symptoms, including:

1. Lifestyle Changes

A healthy diet can help with fatigue and mood.
Being physically active can help with stress, hot flushes, mood and bone density.
Cooling strategies ie. carrying a hand fan, water spray, wearing loose cool clothing.

2. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) & Non-Hormonal Treatment Options

Your Doctor will discuss risks and benefits with you when deciding whether HRT treatment is suitable for you.
If HRT is not suitable, your Doctor can recommend alternative non-hormonal options.

3. Complementary Natural Therapies or Remedies

Herbal supplements with black cohosh, Dong Quai, Anemarrhea, and Shatavan.
Phytoestrogens (found in soy, lentils) may help with symptoms.
Other complementary medicines may assist with sleep issues, anxiety, and pain.

Talk to your Doctor or Pharmacist for personalised treatment options suited to you.

Symptoms

Symptoms can include:

hot flushes
vaginal dryness
mood swings
aches and pains
crawling or itchy skin
sore breasts
bloating
irritability

We understand sometimes your concerns are of a sensitive nature so we’ll always give you the opportunity to have a private consultation. Talk to your 777 Pharmacist today.

We’re caring for women, for life.

Menopause Is A Natural Part Of Life, But Different For Every Woman

While menopause affects all women, around 80% will experience uncomfortable symptoms.

What is Menopause?

Symptoms

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Menopause Is A Natural Part Of Life, But Different For Every Woman

While menopause affects all women, around 80% will experience uncomfortable symptoms.

What is Menopause?

Symptoms

Partner Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What is perimenopause and how is it different from menopause?

Other services like this

MedsCheck

Health Check

Vaccinations