Phytoestrogens are unable to instantly improve their well-being, as synthetic hormone preparations do, they have a milder effect and slowly accumulate in the body. You need to take them for a long time, but the effect will still not be as noticeable as when using hormone-based products.
These dietary supplements are an alternative for women who should not for any reason use hormones. A considerable number of women doubt the safety of hormonal medications and prefer to use non-hormonal drugs.
If the choice is made in favor of non-hormonal drugs, then in addition to herbal remedies, it is necessary to use preparations of other therapeutic groups prescribed by the doctor.
Climax is a condition of the body that develops as a result of an age-related decrease in estrogen levels and changes in the work of the hypothalamus. Symptoms occur on average from 2 to 5 years.
The easiest way to solve the problem is to introduce synthetic substances that are analogues of sex hormones. But there is a more gentle way with marked effectiveness against menopausal symptoms and without provoking undesirable reactions.
Non-hormonal drugs neutralize both the complex of manifestations of this condition and individual signs.
They are divided according to the principle of impact as follows:
- Selective modulators.
- Vitamin complexes.
- Preparations containing plant analogues of estrogen.
Compare the two drugs belonging to the last group – Estrovel and Feminal.
Estrowel
Dietary supplement for women. It is produced by two domestic pharmaceutical enterprises. Designed to correct health during menopause and premenstrual syndromes.
Efficiency is determined by the composition of the product:
- Tsimifuga, soy extract, extract from nettle leaves – phytoestrogens, reduce the number and intensity of tides to the upper body, normalize sweating and the functioning of the vestibular apparatus. Nettle reduces the chance of bleeding.
- Yam root extract – helps lower blood cholesterol, strengthens the walls of blood vessels.
- Vitamins B6 and B9 – relieve swelling, support immunity, increase stress resistance.
- E is a natural antioxidant.
- Organic Boron – Prevents bone destruction.
Estrovel must be taken for at least 2 months, 1-2 pcs. per day at the same time as eating.
The product is made in capsule form, at a dosage of 520 and 520 +/- 10% mg. 30 pcs. packaged.
Feminine
Supplements of Croatian production. It has anti-climacteric and estrogen-like pharmacological effects.
The basis of Feminal is an extract of red clover, a source of isoflavones. They contribute to the normalization of the woman’s condition in the menopause through:
- Eliminate tides.
- Recovery of the heart.
- Increasing the elasticity of the vascular walls.
- Reducing anxiety and aggressiveness, establishing sleep patterns.
- Breast tenderness reduction.
The drug is taken 1 time per day at the same time as eating for 2-6 months, depending on the prescription of the doctor.
Individual intolerance to the components is the only contraindication to use.
Supplements are made in the form of capsules with a dose of 221 mg in 30 pcs. packaged.
General characteristics
- Pharmacological group. Both drugs are dietary supplements, contain estrogen-like plant compounds. They have anti-climacteric effect.
- Release form. Supplements in capsule dosage form, 30 pcs. packaged.
- Contraindications for the use of funds are individual intolerance, pregnancy and lactation.
- Method of application. Capsules are taken simultaneously with food for at least 2 months.
- Means can be purchased without a prescription.
Differences
- Composition. The structure of Estrovel includes 3 active components, the Feminal contains only one. In addition, the first drug contains substances that interfere with the development of osteoporosis and maintain normal cholesterol levels.
- Manufacturer. Estrovel is produced by two Russian pharmaceutical companies; Feminal is a product manufactured by a Croatian company.
- Dosage. One capsule of estrovel have a dose more than 2 times the dosage of feminal.
- Contraindications. Estrovel is contraindicated in patients suffering from phenylketonuria.
- Method of application. Estrovel is taken in 1-2 pcs. per day, depending on the prescription of the doctor. Feminal is taken 1 capsule per day.
- The duration of treatment. Estrovel must be taken within 2 months. The course of treatment with Feminal lasts from 2 to 6 months.
- The cost of Estrovel is approximately 500 rubles, Feminal from 650.
Both drugs are designed to help a woman’s body with the unpleasant manifestations that accompany menopause. They help with a number of symptoms:
- They favor equalization of blood pressure.
- Reduce the intensity of headaches, dizziness and hot flashes.
- Reduce fatigue and nervousness.
- Improve mood, increase sexual activity.
Due to this, working capacity is improved and the quality of life in women with symptoms of a neurovegetative type improves.
The drugs have a similar effect, but have different active ingredients. Estrovel has a large dosage, as is a combination drug. This factor must be considered when there is an allergy to a particular component. In addition, it has a lower cost than Feminal. But for a 2-month course of treatment, more than one package may be required, because the doctor may prescribe two capsules per day. In addition, the drug is contraindicated in women suffering from phenylketonuria.
Only a competent gynecologist can decide which of these drugs is best taken at the beginning of menopause and with menopause.
