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Best Non-Hormonal Treatments for Hot Flashes
Prescription Options
- Veozah (fezolinetant) - FDA-approved specifically for hot flashes; blocks brain receptors that trigger them. Very effective and relatively new (2023)
- Brisdelle (paroxetine 7.5mg) - the only FDA-approved SSRI for hot flashes
- Effexor (venlafaxine) - widely used off-label, well-studied for hot flash relief
Over-the-Counter Supplements
- Remifemin (Black Cohosh) - most studied herbal option with decent evidence
- Bonafide Relizen - plant pollen extract with good clinical backing and no phytoestrogens
- Estroven - popular blend containing black cohosh, widely available
Lifestyle Tools
- Embr Wave - wristband that uses temperature therapy to reduce hot flash intensity
- Chill Factor cooling towels/pillows for nighttime symptoms
Key Recommendations
- Veozah is considered the most effective non-hormonal prescription option currently available
- Bonafide Relizen is a top OTC choice because it's estrogen-free and clinically tested
- Talk to your doctor before starting any treatment, especially prescriptions
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