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Brilliant Board Review & CME
🎙️ Episode 23: Hot Flash Fix: Fezolinetant Makes Menopause Manageable
🧠 Problem:
80% of menopausal women suffer from vasomotor symptoms (hot flashes, night sweats).
Many can't take hormone therapy (VTE, CAD, breast CA).
💊 Fezolinetant:
NK3 receptor antagonist — first in class.
Reduces frequency and intensity of hot flashes.
Safe in patients who can’t take estrogen.
⚠️ Side Effects:
GI symptoms, transaminitis.
Requires liver function monitoring.
🧩 Clinical Takeaway:
A breakthrough for non-hormonal menopause management.
Ideal for patients at high risk or contraindications to HRT.