Guest guest Posted April 29, 2007 Report Share Posted April 29, 2007 Lynn- I wanted to update since seeing my oncologist after the OBGYN. My oncologist stated that she normally recommends anyone with a history of cancer and needing some sort of HRT for menopausal side effects to go onto Clonidine or Effexor. She states that they tend to take away the sweats, hot flashes, mood swings as well as heart palpitations/racing that goes along with it as well. I started Effexor. I have only been on it 4 days but I have to say, I have not had any hot flashes, maybe one very mild one, and it has curved my appetite as well. I do feel better thus far but she states it will take 10-14 days to get the full effect if it will work for me. i just wanted to throw that info out to anyone who may benefit from it. Of course, ask your doctor what will work best for you with your health. I am hoping this medication give me some sort of relief. It is known as an antidepressant so it will help stabilize sleep and mood as well. Sometimes I think those are a cause from the side effects of being menopausal with no hormones in me. Hope this helps- 35 CML 5/13/05 Gleevec 800mg Wife and mother of 3 (11,8,6) ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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