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Best Non-Hormonal Treatments for Hot Flashes
Prescription Options (Most Effective)
- Veozah (fezolinetant) - FDA-approved specifically for hot flashes; blocks brain receptors that trigger them. Currently the gold standard non-hormonal option
- Effexor (venlafaxine) - Antidepressant with strong evidence for hot flash relief
- Brisdelle (paroxetine) - The only FDA-approved SSRI specifically for hot flashes
Over-the-Counter Supplements
- Remifemin (Black Cohosh) - Most studied herbal option with decent evidence
- Relizen - Pollen extract supplement with good clinical backing and well-tolerated
- Estroven - Popular blend combining black cohosh and other botanicals
Lifestyle/Device Options
- Embr Wave - A wristband that uses temperature therapy to reduce hot flash intensity
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - Shown in studies to significantly reduce perceived severity
Important Notes
- See your doctor before starting any treatment, especially prescriptions
- Results vary significantly by person
- Veozah currently has the strongest evidence among non-hormonal options
- Some supplements can interact with medications
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