Bijuva is a hormone replacement therapy that was approved by the FDA in 2018. It contains estradiol and progesterone, which are key female hormones that decline during menopause. Bijuva belongs to a class of medications called hormone therapy (HT) or menopausal hormone therapy (MHT).
Some key facts about Bijuva:
- Bijuva is a combined estrogen-progestin product specifically approved to treat moderate-to-severe vasomotor symptoms (hot flashes) due to menopause. Other approved uses include prevention of postmenopausal osteoporosis and moderate-to-severe vaginal dryness and pain with intercourse.
- The estrogen in Bijuva is estradiol, the main estrogen produced by the ovaries. The progesterone is progesterone, identical to the progesterone made by the body.
- Bijuva contains both estrogen and progesterone in a single capsule, which provides convenience and ensures progestin protection of the uterine lining for women with a uterus.
- It is taken as a once-daily oral capsule, with or without food.
Some key points about hormone therapy like Bijuva:
- Benefits
- Effectively treats hot flashes and night sweats
- Prevents and treats vaginal dryness and discomfort
- Helps prevent bone loss and fractures
- ~~May provide other benefits like improved sleep and mood~~
- Risks
- Slightly increases risk of breast cancer, strokes, blood clots after 1-2 years of use
- Should not be used in women with a history of certain cancers and heart conditions
- Management
- Lowest effective dose should be used
- FDA recommends using for shortest duration possible
- Regular doctor monitoring is important
~~Overall, Bijuva can provide great relief of menopausal symptoms with some risk tradeoffs that each woman must evaluate with her healthcare provider. Close monitoring and evaluation of ongoing need is recommended.~~
If you're experiencing uncomfortable menopause symptoms,
make an appointment at Vitality Renewal Clinic today. Our caring doctors specialize in customized hormone therapy to get your symptoms under control and help you feel like yourself again.
