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Medication · Also: Paxil, Brisdelle

Paroxetine

An SSRI; at a low dose it is the FDA-approved non-hormonal treatment for menopausal hot flashes.

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.

Related terms

Vasomotor symptoms

The hot flashes and night sweats that are the hallmark symptoms of the menopause transition.

Hot flashes

Sudden sensations of heat, often with flushing and sweating, common during menopause.

Fezolinetant

A non-hormonal oral medication (brand Veozah) FDA-approved for menopausal hot flashes.

Source

DailyMed: Paroxetine

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