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A new nonhormonal medication called Veozah has been approved to treat hot flashes and night sweats in menopausal women, including those with breast cancer, offering an alternative for those who cannot use hormone therapy. While effective for some, it has potential side effects and high costs, and is still being studied for safety and efficacy. Experts are optimistic about expanding options for managing menopause symptoms.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new non-hormonal drug called Veozah (fezolinetant) for the treatment of hot flashes and night sweats in menopausal women. Veozah works by blocking a chemical in the brain that regulates body temperature, providing relief from vasomotor symptoms. It is particularly beneficial for women who cannot take hormone replacement therapy due to estrogen-sensitive cancers or other health conditions. Studies have shown that Veozah reduces hot flashes and night sweats as early as the first day of use. The drug is expected to have a significant impact on women's quality of life, especially for women of color who tend to experience more severe symptoms. However, long-term effects and cost considerations still need to be further studied and addressed.
The FDA has approved a new drug called Veozah for treating hot flashes, sweating, and chills caused by menopause. Unlike traditional hormonal therapy, Veozah blocks a chemical in the brain called neurokinin B (NKB) that regulates body temperature. The drug is taken orally once a day and costs $550 for a one-month supply. Veozah is considered an "unmet need" for women who cannot undergo hormonal therapy due to health conditions. The drug carries an FDA warning about potential liver damage and requires regular blood tests for safety monitoring.
The FDA has approved a new once-a-day pill, Veozah, from Astellas Pharma to treat moderate-to-severe hot flashes caused by menopause. The drug uses a new approach, targeting brain connections that help control body temperature. More than 80% of women experience hot flashes during menopause, but the most common treatment, hormonal pills, isn't appropriate for some women. The new pill is not a hormone and carries an FDA warning about potential liver damage. It will cost $550 for a one-month supply before insurance coverage and other discounts.
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.
The FDA has approved Veozah, an oral medication that targets the neural activity causing hot flashes during menopause. It is the first neurokinin 3 receptor antagonist approved by the FDA to treat moderate to severe hot flashes from menopause. Veozah is not a hormone and is an additional safe and effective treatment option for women who cannot take hormone therapies. The most common side effects of Veozah include abdominal pain, diarrhea, insomnia, back pain, hot flush, and elevated hepatic transaminases.