FDA approves new pill for menopausal hot flashes.
TL;DR
The FDA has approved Veozah, the first nonhormonal medication to treat hot flashes in menopausal women. The drug targets a neuron in the brain that becomes unbalanced as estrogen levels fall and is cleared for moderate to severe symptoms. Hormonal treatments including estrogen and progestin were linked to elevated risks of blood clots and strokes decades ago. The drug would cost $550 for a 30-day supply, not including rebates, and would be available in pharmacies within three weeks of approval.
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