Dublin, 1st October 2025
New research, titled “Menopause Dialogues – The Census,” commissioned by CanesMeno®, highlights the significant challenges faced by Irish women experiencing menopause. The study reveals widespread symptoms, profound impacts on quality of life, and a pressing need for improved support and resources. Coinciding with these findings, Bayer, makers of Canesten®, today announces the launch of CanesMeno®: a new brand offering an expertly crafted digital educational hub and a dedicated product range designed to support those with Menopause in Ireland.
Targeting the estimated one million women in Ireland currently navigating perimenopause or menopause, CanesMeno® aims to empower them to manage their journey with confidence and informed choices. The study, “Menopause Dialogues – The Census,” found that a staggering 92% of women experiencing or having experienced menopause reported symptoms. Despite this prevalence, the research uncovers a critical disconnect in awareness, support, and the societal understanding of menopause’s true impact.
The “Menopause Dialogues – The Census” reveals several critical insights into the experiences of women navigating menopause. A pervasive symptom burden is evident, with a mere 8% of affected women reporting no symptoms at all. Over half of all women contend with hot flushes, lack of energy, and difficulty sleeping, and these two symptoms, hot flushes and low energy, remain vivid memories even for post-menopausal individuals.
Despite a high overall awareness of menopause symptoms (87%), a notable 13% of women experiencing symptoms initially failed to recognize their connection to menopause, underscoring the need for proactive educational initiatives, particularly as women approach perimenopause.
The impact of menopause extends significantly to women’s sex lives, with over one-third (38%) of all affected women reporting a negative impact, a figure that climbs to nearly half (46%) among those currently in menopause. Reduced libido is the primary culprit, followed by hot flushes/night sweats, mood changes, and fatigue. Beyond these physical manifestations, the research uncovers considerable emotional burdens, with nearly one in four women (23%) identifying “the pressure to be ‘fine'” as the most significant unacknowledged challenge of menopause.
Workplace support for women experiencing menopause is notably lacking, with only 10% expressing complete satisfaction, highlighting a substantial opportunity for employers to enhance their support systems. Furthermore, a concerning 61% of women believe there is an insufficient number of trusted and credible resources available for those navigating menopause or perimenopause. This sentiment is particularly strong among perimenopausal women, suggesting a feeling of unpreparedness for the onset of symptoms.
Finally, women overwhelmingly desire improved support from their General Practitioners as their initial point of contact. There is also a strong call for greater public awareness and increased access to reliable, credible information, indicating clear avenues for brand activation and public health initiatives.
Commenting on the findings of “Menopause Dialogues – The Census” and the new initiative, Television personality and Menopause Advocate Maia Dunphy said:
“These research findings really hit home. As women, we’re often expected to just ‘get on with it,’ but menopause is a profound life stage that impacts almost every aspect of well-being, from sleep and energy to relationships and work. The fact that so many women feel unsupported, or even unaware of what they’re experiencing, is a clear call to action. We need more open conversations, better access to trusted information, and a societal shift towards truly understanding and supporting women through menopause. The launch of CanesMeno® and its comprehensive approach, combining vital education with targeted product solutions, is a crucial step on their menopause journey.”
Introducing the Free CanesMeno® Hub Initiative: Education and Support
Free CanesMeno® Hub is here to help navigate menopause with ease. Recognising that menopause is a life stage every woman will experience, yet often with limited prior education, the CanesMeno® Hub aims to support, educate, and empower women, drawing directly from the insights of “Menopause Dialogues – The Census.” Key features include:
- 3-minute CanesMeno® Guide: A quick, accessible resource to learn about menopause signs, informed by the findings of “Menopause Dialogues – The Census,” with downloadable information.
- Personalised Menopause Tracker: Users can input their symptoms to receive free, private, and personalised insights, revealing symptom impact and correlation with overall mood.
- Comprehensive Article Library: An array of expert-led articles to equip users with knowledge to navigate their experience with greater ease.
The New CanesMeno® Product Range:
CanesMeno® Menopause Care Hydration & Comfort Gel (Medical Device)† (RRP €21.99)*
- Contains Ectoin® for fast relief from vaginal atrophy symptoms such as dryness, itching, and burning with long-lasting effect for up to 5 days.
- Moisturising gel relieves the irritated vaginal lining by supporting the regeneration process and prevents further dehydration. It also maintains the pH balance inside the vagina.
- Suitable for daily use, compatible with HRT, and helps reduce pain during intercourse. Compatible with natural latex, polyisoprene, and polyurethane condoms.
- For internal vaginal use. Free from fragrances, dyestuff, mineral oils, alcohol, and hormones.
CanesMeno® Menopause Support Multi-Support (Food Supplement)† (RRP €32.35)*
- A daily food supplement with 17 vitamins and minerals designed to support menopausal women’s nutritional needs.
- Contains, amongst others, red clover, vitamin B6 to support hormonal regulation, iron and zinc to support normal cognitive function, vitamin B12 and C to contribute to normal energy release and vitamin A, B2 and zinc to support normal skin health
- 17 vitamins include: Red Clover, Vitamins B1, B2, B6, C. A, D, E, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin, Folic Acid, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Zinc and Selenium. Also contains Calcium and Magnesium.
CanesMeno® Menopause Support Night (Food Supplement)† (RRP €24.98)*
- A daily food supplement designed to address the specific nutritional needs of menopausal women.
- It contains ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) extract, to support the maintenance of normal sleep
- It also contains hops, vitamin B6 to help support hormonal regulation
CanesMeno® Menopause Focus & Energy Support (Food Supplement)† (RRP €26.98)*
- A daily food supplement designed to address the specific nutritional needs of menopausal women. It contains soy, hops, vitamin B5, B6, C & Zinc.
- Zinc supports normal cognitive function, vitamin B5 supports normal mental performance while vitamin B5, B6 & C contribute to normal energy release and reduction of tiredness and fatigue
- Vitamin B6 supports hormonal regulation
CanesMeno® products are available in Pharmacies nationwide, CanesMeno® Hub is completely free to access.
For more information on CanesMeno® products visit, https://www.canesten.ie/menopause
Free CanesMeno® app download, https://www.canesten.ie/canesmeno-hub
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