Hormone Balance Plus (AUST L 470807) is our formulation for that cluster. It is traditionally used in Chinese medicine to help decrease night sweats a...
Hormone Balance Plus (AUST L 470807) is our formulation for that cluster. It is traditionally used in Chinese medicine to help decrease night sweats associated with menopause, and to support a healthy menstrual cycle in peri-menopausal women. It also relieves weariness, tiredness and fatigue in healthy individuals, and supports cognitive function.
Supplements marketed for menopause tend to fall into three groups: single-herb products, multivitamins with a menopause label, and formulations built around traditional herbal medicine. Knowing which one you are looking at makes comparison much easier.
What to look for
Check whether the product is listed on the ARTG. A listed medicine carries an AUST L number, which means the TGA has assessed its ingredients for safety and quality, not that efficacy has been assessed. Check that herb quantities are stated as dry equivalents rather than extract weights, and read the interaction warnings, particularly if you take oral contraceptives or thyroid medication.
How long before you notice anything
Herbal formulations are generally taken continuously rather than as needed, and traditional-use guidance suggests giving them several weeks. If nothing has shifted after three months, reassess with your health professional rather than stacking more products on top.
When to talk to your GP instead
A supplement is not a substitute for a conversation about menopausal hormone therapy. If symptoms are affecting your work, your sleep or your relationships, that conversation is worth having on the facts rather than the headlines.
Always read the label and follow the directions for use. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional. Contains Vitex — do not use if taking oral contraceptives without consulting your health professional. Vitamins and minerals can only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate. Traditional claims are based on evidence of traditional use and not on modern scientific evidence.
