Integrative approach to Perimenopause
Perimenopause spans 4-8 years before menopause, with hormonal fluctuations driving vasomotor symptoms, mood changes, sleep disruption, and bone density decline. Integrative protocols support the transition with targeted nutritional and botanical interventions.
Evidence highlight
Black cohosh (40-80mg/day standardized extract) reduces vasomotor symptoms by 25-50% in placebo-controlled trials — Grade A evidence for hot flash frequency and severity.
Commonly used supplements
- Black cohosh
- Magnesium glycinate
- Ashwagandha
- Maca root
- Vitamin D3 + K2
- Evening primrose oil
- Rhodiola
- Calcium
- Boron
Key interaction flags
Black cohosh + hormone therapy (additive effects)
Evening primrose oil + anticoagulants
High-dose phytoestrogens + hormone-sensitive conditions
Labs to consider
Clinical note
Sleep disruption in perimenopause is often driven by nighttime hot flashes and progesterone decline, not just cortisol dysregulation. Protocols that address both the hormonal and adrenal axis together have better outcomes.
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Evidence-graded supplements
Every supplement recommendation for Perimenopause carries an A-D evidence grade with a link to the source. You see exactly what the evidence shows before you prescribe.
Automatic interaction checking
ClarityTx checks the full Perimenopause protocol against the patient's medication list. Severity rated: Contraindicated, Avoid, Monitor, or Caution.
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