Antidepressant Dressed Up for Menopause MedPage Today Dec 1 20Using antidepressants in menopause is not new. Although estrogen has long been the gold standard for treating the hot flashes and night sweats of menopause, some women are unable or unwilling to use it because of associated risks. SSRI s increase the amount of the neurotransmitter serotonin in your brain. Jun 1 20What are the different types of antidepressants?
May 2 20WEDNESDAY, May 2 20(HealthDay News) - The antidepressant venlafaxine is nearly as effective as estrogen therapy in reducing menopause-related hot flashes and night sweats. The Perimenopause Blog May 2 20Do antidepressants really help perimenopause symptoms?
And if so, do the benefits outweigh the known risks and side effects? These are just some of the questions you should be asking if you are considering taking antidepressants.