Verbatim response from Claude
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) - An antidepressant shown to significantly reduce hot flash frequency
- Brisdelle (paroxetine) - The only SSRI FDA-approved for hot flashes
Over-the-Counter Supplements
- Remifemin (black cohosh) - One of the most studied herbal options with decent evidence
- Estroven - Popular menopause supplement combining multiple ingredients
- Equelle (S-equol) - Derived from soy, has good clinical research behind it
Lifestyle Approaches
- Cooling products: Embr Wave wristband uses temperature therapy
- Bedding: Chilipad or BedJet cooling systems for night sweats
- Clothing: Become or Cool-jams moisture-wicking sleepwear
Mind-Body
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - Strong evidence for reducing hot flash distress
- Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) programs
I'd recommend speaking with your doctor first, as Veozah or a low-dose antidepressant typically offers the most reliable relief. Would you like more detail on any of these?