Nonhormonal Drug Fezolinetant Found Safe for Hot Flashes in Yearlong Study
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The drug fezolinetant, a selective neurokinin-3 receptor antagonist under investigation for treatment of menopausal vasomotor symptoms, showed acceptable long-term safety and tolerability during a 1-year phase 3 randomized controlled trial, according to data presented at the annual meeting of the North American Menopause Society. The study, called SKYLIGHT 4, examined fezolinetant treatment, especially in terms of endometrial health.
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@sumana Moderate and severe vasomotor symptoms can adversely affect quality of life of those affected and result in sleep disruption as well as increased risk for heart disease and other high-risk medical problems. Although menopausal hormone therapy significantly improves vasomotor symptoms, it may not be desired or it may not be safe for some women