While looking for natural supplements that purport to offer relief for the symptoms of menopause, you may come across a product called AM/PM Menopause Formula offered by Integrative Therapeutics. This supplement takes an interesting approach with two tablets to be taken daily, one in the morning and one before bedtime. Each tablet has a unique formula particularly suited for the time of day that it is taken. We examine the product in depth to see if it is worth trying. Continue reading our review and our findings, below.
What’s In Integrative Therapeutics AM/PM Menopause Formula
Each AM Tablet Contains:
- 250 mg Green Tea (Camellia sinensis) Leaf Extract (Sunphenon®) standardized to contain 50 mg caffeine
- 100 mg Asian Ginseng (Panax ginseng) Root Extract standardized to contain 7% ginsenosides
- 20 mg Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) Root and Rhizome Extract standardized to contain 2.5% triterpene glycosides calculated as 27-deoxyactein
- Other Ingredients: cellulose, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, stearic acid, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, titanium dioxide color, hydroxypropyl cellulose, magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, glycerin, soy lecithin, carnauba wax
Each PM Tablet Contains:
- 200 mg Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) Root Extract standardized to contain 0.8% valerenic acids
- 100 mg Hops (Humulus lupulus) Flower Extract
- 50 mg L-Theanine (Suntheanine® brand)
- 20 Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) Root and Rhizome Extract standardized to contain 2.5% triterpene glycosides calculated as 27-deoxyactein
- Other Ingredients: cellulose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, carrot and paprika extract color, soy lecithin, carnauba wax
Each tablet offers a different line of ingredients, particularly suited to the time of day it is taken. Both contain Black Cohosh, a popular ingredient for treating female health ailments, and recommended for treating menopause symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats. The tablets do not contain any of the following: artificial flavoring, dairy products, gluten, ingredients of animal origin, preservatives, salt, sugar, wheat, yeast.
How Do You Use Integrative Therapeutics AM/PM Menopause Formula?
The manufacturer states that you should take one white AM tablet in the morning and one purple PM tablet approximately 30-45 minutes before bedtime. This regimen is to be followed for four to five weeks before benefits may be experienced, The manufacturer suggests to continue to use in the same manner after this time period to maintain benefits.
Integrative Therapeutics offers several words of caution upon using this product. First of all, it is not intended for individuals who are sensitive to caffeine, nor is it to be used by women who are pregnant or nursing. In addition, if individuals suffer from a liver disorder or develop symptoms of liver trouble, they are to consult a doctor and discontinue use. (Symptoms of liver trouble include abdominal pain, dark urine or jaundice). In addition, one should avoid alcohol and avoid operating heavy machinery while taking this product – this warning about operating machinery is particularly relevant to the time after taking the PM pill, as the PM formula contains ingredients that are relaxants. Finally, if taking any prescriptions, one must first consult with their doctor before taking this prescription.
The Cost
The product’s list price is $24.50 per bottle (60-tablets) and the manufacturer’s page states that this supplement is only available for purchase from a licensed healthcare professional. However, it also seems to be available from several online retailers.
Is There A Guarantee?
We could not find any information as to whether this product is backed by a money-back guarantee on the manufacturer’s website, so you may be taking a chance when you try this product out.
Conclusion – Integrative Therapeutics AM/PM Menopause Formula Review
In conclusion to our review, AM/PM Menopause Formula by Integrative Therapeutics offers an interesting approach to treating menopause symptoms with its separate morning and evening tablets, and it sounds like a good idea to use specific ingredients at different times of the day for maximum benefit. Indeed, there are other competitor products that utilize two different pills as well. Also, we found a number of positive customer reviews stating that the product worked for them.
However, we would have liked to have seen more information from the manufacturer about clinical research that backs up the claims of their product. We were also alarmed by the few reported instances of side effects and an allergic reaction. Finally, as it seems that this product does not come with a guarantee, we might suggest turning to other options that will offer you the chance to get your money back if the supplement does not work for you.