Topical Nitroglycerin for Post-Menopausal Hot Flashes

Vasomotor symptoms associated with menopause - often called hot flashes - are associated with significant decreases in quality of life. Join host, Geoff Wall, as he evaluates a novel approach for non-hormonal treatment of hot flashes. The GameChangerNitric oxide plays a key role in regulating body temperature in patients with hot flashes. Treatment of hot flashes should continue to be evaluated for novel treatment. HostGeoff Wall, PharmD, BCPS, FCCP, BCGPProfessor of Pharmacy Practice, Drake UniversityInternal Medicine/Critical Care, UnityPoint Health ReferenceHuang AJ, Cummings SR, Ganz P, et al. Efficacy of Continuous Transdermal Nitroglycerin for Treating Hot Flashes by Inducing Nitrate Cross-tolerance in Perimenopausal and Postmenopausal Women: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Intern Med. Published online June 05, 2023. doi:10.1001/jamainternmed.2023.1977https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/article-abstract/2805584 Pharmacist Members, REDEEM YOUR CPE HERE! Not a member? Get a Pharmacist Membership & earn CE for GameChangers Podcast episodes! (30 mins/episode)CPE Information Learning ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:1. Discuss the findings of a topical nitroglycerin study2. Apply a treatment algorithm to individuals with menopausal hot flashes0.05 CEU/0.5 HrUAN: 0107-0000-23-242-H01-PInitial release date: 7/10/2023Expiration date: 7/10/2024Additional CPE details can be found here.This podcast episode was financially supported through grant funding from Ananda Professional. Want to learn more about CBD as an expanded pharmacy service? Join the CBD Academy in the CEimpact App by CLICKING HERE.Follow CEimpact on Social Media:LinkedInInstagram