Best Non-Hormonal Treatments for Hot Flashes Prescription Options (Most Effective) Veozah (fezolinetant) - FDA-approved specifically for hot flashes; blocks nerve signals 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 FDA-approved SSRI specifically for hot flashes Over-the-Counter Supplements Remifemin (Black Cohosh) - One of the most studied herbal options with decent evidence Equelle (S-equol) - A soy-derived supplement with good clinical backing Relizen - A pollen extract supplement with positive research behind it Lifestyle Approaches Staying cool - Cooling pillows like Chillow or mattress pads like Eight Sleep Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - Apps like Rejoyn or programs through therapists Regular exercise - Shown to reduce severity Important Note ๐ Talk to your doctor before starting any treatment, as effectiveness varies by person and some options may interact with medications. Would you like more detail on any of these options?
Mentioned in position 6 of 6
Read full answer with sources โ