Beyond hot flashes, what FDA-approved benefits does menopausal hormone therapy offer?

Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) offers several FDA-approved benefits beyond just relief from hot flashes and night sweats. Here at Alloy, we’re passionate about helping you understand the full scope of what MHT can do for your health and quality of life.

FDA-approved benefits of MHT include:

• Relief from vasomotor symptoms (hot flashes, night sweats, palpitations)
• Prevention of osteoporosis and reduction in the risk of fragility fractures
• Treatment of the genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), which includes vaginal dryness, painful sex, itching, burning, and urinary symptoms like frequent UTIs
• Treatment for women with premature ovarian insufficiency (early menopause)

These benefits are supported by robust clinical evidence and are recognized by the FDA as primary reasons to consider hormone therapy. In addition, MHT can help with mood swings, sleep disturbances, and may support cognitive function, metabolic health, and cardiovascular health, especially when started within 10 years of menopause or before age 60.

For a deeper dive into these benefits, check out the following resources:

• Estradiol Pill: FDA-approved for multiple menopause symptoms and osteoporosis prevention
• Estradiol Patch: Multi-symptom relief including bone and vaginal health
• Estradiol Vaginal Cream: FDA-approved for genitourinary symptoms

You might also find this video chapter especially helpful: Beyond Hot Flashes: FDA-Approved Benefits, where Dr. Corinne Menn discusses the full range of FDA-approved indications for MHT.

If you’re interested in exploring which MHT option is right for you, take our quick online assessment and get personalized recommendations from a menopause-trained doctor.

At Alloy, we’re here to help you thrive through menopause and beyond!

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This answer was created using the following resources:

• Hormone Therapy 101 (pt.3) | Dr. Corinne Menn - Beyond Hot Flashes: FDA-Approved Benefits
• Estradiol Vaginal Cream
• Estradiol Patch
• Evamist® Estradiol Spray
• Estradiol Gel
• Estradiol Pill
• Paroxetine
• Benefits of MHT You Might Not Know About
• Ask the Expert: Personalizing Menopause Care | Dr. Mary Claire Haver - Personalized Menopause Care and Hormone Therapy
• WATCH: Menopause, Breast Cancer, and the Journey Forward | Dr. Avrum Bluming & Dr. Corinne Menn - Benefits of Estrogen Therapy
• Do You Need Menopause Hormone Therapy?
• Estrogen Therapy: Biohacking for Women
• Estradiol Patch vs. Pill vs. Spray: What's right for me?