Compare Menopause Relief methods
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Side-by-side comparison
| Method | ![]() SSRIs for Hot FlashesA low-dose SSRI (paroxetine 7.5 mg) approved by the FDA for moderate-to-severe hot flashes. | Second Method Select a method using "+ Add method" above |
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| Efficacy | Recommended see details Recommended by the Menopause Society for symptom relief. | — |
| Cost | $0–$200 /monthly Insurance: Usually | — |
| Duration | Daily pill (ongoing) | — |
| Reversibility | Reversible | — |
| STI Protection | No | — |
| How it works | Low-dose paroxetine affects serotonin and other neurotransmitters involved in temperature regulation, which can reduce hot flash frequency and severity. | — |
| Prescription | Required Prescription required | — |
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