What's the fastest fix for night sweats?
Reviewed by Kindr Health Clinical Team · Last reviewed July 3, 2026
Answer published
Transdermal estradiol is the fastest and most effective treatment — most women see a 70–80% reduction in night sweat frequency within 2–4 weeks. For women who cannot or do not want hormones, fezolinetant (Veozah) is the fastest non-hormonal option, working within 1–4 weeks via NK3 receptor antagonism. Paroxetine (Brisdelle) is a slower-acting SSRI option. While treatment kicks in: cooling pillows/sheets, bedroom at 65°F, cutting alcohol and sugar in the evening, and a cool shower before bed all help measurably.
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