Brisdelle is a hormone-free menopause remedy used to control hot flashes during menopause. The active ingredient in this medicine is paroxetine, an antidepressant drug that belongs to the class of serotonin reuptake inhibitors, which helps control blood flow in the veins.
Brisdelle is produced by the pharmaceutical company Noven.
- Brisdelle is indicated to reduce severe or moderate hot flashes associated with menopause.
- This remedy can also be used to treat anxiety and depression.
The way to use Brisdelle is to take 1 tablet, once a day, before bedtime. Your doctor or healthcare professional may indicate another dosage depending on your symptoms.
Brisdelle side effects may include nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, dizziness, difficulty sleeping, loss of appetite, weakness, dry mouth, sweating or blurred vision.
Brisdelle is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to any component of the formula.
Before taking this medicine, patients should inform their doctor about their personal or family history of bipolar/manic-depressive disorder, personal or family history of suicide attempts, liver problems, kidney problems, blood hypodose, seizures, ulcers, intestinal or bleeding problems or glaucoma.