[Phytoestrogens and menopausal symptoms].
Phytoestrogens (plant oestrogens) have become popular alternatives to conventional oestrogen products, and various preparations are marketed as effective in the treatment of menopausal symptoms. A number of clinical trials have been conducted, but it is still difficult to assess the effectiveness of plant oestrogen treatment. If treatment is started, the same precautions should be taken as with conventional oestrogen treatment.
Madsen
Steinar
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Statens legemiddelverk, Sven Oftedalsvei 8, 0950 Oslo, Norway. steinar.madsen@legemiddelverket.no
D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine; D005260:Female; D019584:Hot Flashes / Q000188:drug therapy*; D006801:Humans; D007529:Isoflavones / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use; D008593:Menopause; D048789:Phytoestrogens / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D010936:Plant Extracts / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*
D007529:Isoflavones; D048789:Phytoestrogens; D010936:Plant Extracts