Complementary Therapies

Supplements and herbs containing phytoestrogens, black cohosh and St. John’s Wort are mentioned in the NICE as products that may alleviate vasomotor symptoms such as hot flushes and night sweats, but it also mentions that there can be variations in standards between different products. St. John’s Wort, in particular, may interact with certain types of conventional medicines. If taking a supplement, it’s important to get a product that has a traditional herbal registration, as approved by the HPRA (Health Products Regulatory Authority) as this product would have met certain standards in order to be registered.

Some studies have shown a small benefit from Acupuncture and hypnotherapy in some people.