Other treatment options for the menopause include non-hormonal medicines, such as selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRIs) to treat hot flushes and night sweats. However, they aren’t licensed to treat the symptoms of menopause at present. Your GP may prescribe tibolone, which is beneficial for reducing hot flushes and fractures, especially in the spine. Clonidine can also be used for hot flushes during menopause, but it’s not often prescribed.
If you lose your libido and have vaginal dryness, vaginal lubricants may help or your GP may suggest you take a medicine that contains the hormone testosterone.
If you have changes in your moods or feel depressed, your GP may recommend counselling or antidepressant medicines
If in doubt the woman can ask to be referred to a Menopause Clinic
http://www.menopausematters.co.uk/clinicfinder.php
Cheers
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