An SSRI; at a low dose it is the FDA-approved non-hormonal treatment for menopausal hot flashes.
Also known as: Paxil, Brisdelle
Paroxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used for depression and anxiety. At a specific low dose (branded Brisdelle) it is FDA-approved as a non-hormonal treatment for moderate-to-severe hot flashes.
It offers an option for women who cannot or prefer not to use estrogen; a prescriber determines suitability.