FDA removes warning labels on Menopause Hormone Therapy
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The estrogen deficit of perimenopause can also slow down your metabolism—an outcome of aging as well—and make you less sensitive to the hormone insulin, which can lead to high blood sugar levels and weight gain, particularly in your belly. All of these changes, Dr. Javaid adds, can further pile onto the likelihood of stroke.
In a pivotal move, the Food and Drug Administration announced action set to benefit millions of women going through menopause.The FDA says they’re taking steps to get rid of black box warnings on many hormone therapy treatments in an effort to improve the health of women.
FDA removes strict black box warnings on menopause hormone therapies, expanding access and approving new treatments for symptom relief.